Our client, a well-established trailer rental company, is currently seeking an Operations Manager to join their team. This is a full-time, on-site position based in South/West Etobicoke.
Operations Manager
Our client, a well-established trailer rental company, is currently seeking an Operations Manager to join their team. This is a full-time, on-site position based in South/West Etobicoke.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the team with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
- Act quickly and decisively to troubleshoot operational issues and customer concerns, ensuring timely resolutions.
- Provide necessary leadership and guidance to the team to ensure safe and successful daily operations are executed
- Carry out the mission, vision, and values of the company as they pertain to the operation
- Serve as primary contact for all customer-related issues related to equipment quality, client service with team members, accidents, mishaps onsite, and necessary repairs.
- Work successfully with cross-functional partners within the business, notably Sales, Maintenance and Construction
- Create and successfully adhere to annual budgets in cohesion with company goals
- Accountable for key performance indicators assigned to the Operations Department; reporting directly to the President
- Manage day-to-day logistics for fleet movement
- Manage the delivery and pick-up of trailers for special events.
- Coordinate the pick-up and drop-off of all fleet units for maintenance, repairs, and operational needs.
- Move and manage units between different lots and company locations, ensuring accurate tracking and condition oversight.
- Supervise and coordinate activities of service technicians, cleaners, and admin staff.
- Monitor and optimize team performance, workload distribution, and work schedules.
- Participate in leadership and cross-functional meetings to support company-wide initiatives.
- Proactively address service issues and resolve customer concerns with urgency and professionalism.
- Coach, mentor, and support technicians to meet service standards and follow best practices.
- Champion continuous improvement across service processes, safety protocols, and team collaboration.
- Support employee development through certifications, regular coaching, and growth planning.
- Foster a safety-first culture through personal accountability and effective team communication.
- Collaborate interdepartmentally to ensure efficient coordination of fleet servicing and client needs.
- Oversee preventive maintenance planning and ensure all regulatory and compliance requirements are met.
- Partner with HR to recruit, hire, and onboard new team staff.
- Participate in employee evaluations, job description reviews, and performance improvement discussions.
- Contribute to the implementation of training programs and individual development plans.
Skill and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- Valid Ontario Driver's License with a clean driving record.
- Minimum 8 years of operations experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.
- Proven leadership and team management experience.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage change and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with fleet maintenance operations; RV or HVAC experience is a strong asset.
- Comfortable working with basic hand tools, power tools, and electrical equipment.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a focus on team development and employee engagement.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills – able to lead, support, and motivate diverse teams.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Customer-focused mindset with a high attention to detail.