Powersports Shop Foreperson, FFUN Motorsports
Winnipeg East, Manitoba
The Shop Foreperson supervises and supports our incredible team of talented techs, those that have a passion for ATVs, SeaDoos, SkiDoos and more. Your role will be to provide leadership, mentorship and enable your team's technical capabilities while working on and testing out the coolest products on earth while making customer's dreams literally come true. You can have that rewarding job that recognizes how great you are, and lets you explore your passion day after day. Get your motor running, all over again. Let's kick your career into high gear.
Why FFUN:
- Competitive Salary - $70,000-$75,000/year.
- Employee Discount – Get excited with exclusive discounts, not just on vehicles, but also on service, repairs and parts.
- Training & Development– Buckle up for an exciting ride! Joining us is like stepping onto a rocket ship of learning opportunities in a turbo-charged industry.
- Corporate Gym Membership Rates - Get your fitness on with corporate gym membership rates that won't break the bank. Flex those muscles, both at work and at the gym.
- Health & Dental– Stay healthy and smile bright with our comprehensive health and dental plans. We've got you covered inside and out.
- Giving Back – From Hospital Foundations to local sports teams, we want everyone to have a little more FFUN in their lives.
- Group Retirement Savings Plan - Employer-Employee matched contributions because we care about your future financial security.
What you'll be doing:
- Conduct diagnostics and supervise Service Technicians when conducting diagnostics.
- Assist Service Technicians with service and repairs when help is needed.
- Supervise and direct workflow through the shop to ensure maximum efficiency and shop capacity, reduce waste (time and talent) and eliminate bottlenecks.
- Provide training and coaching, freely sharing experience, training, and expertise with the other Service Technician's.
- Assist the Service Manager to make sure all Service Technicians are up to date on all factory/product certifications and actively engaged in in-service training.
- Mentor the Apprentice Technicians and supervise their progress through to their Journeyperson status.
- Align with and represent the Service Manager in the shop (leadership spokesperson), monitor and evaluate Service Technician performance, assist in Service Technician performance reviews and coaching/performance management, collaborate with the Service Manager relative to workshop management, act as "clearinghouse" for information from and to the Service Technicians, support management initiatives, monitor and report attendance and punctuality deficiencies, etc.
- Maintain responsibility for quality workmanship, inspect/verify repairs, manage all comebacks (document nature of comeback and Service Technician responsible for comeback), customer satisfaction, test drives, vehicle appearance, etc.
- Maintain a positive attitude, is reliable and punctual.
- Deliver high-quality customer service.
- Promote and support the team model of doing business.
- Conduct business ethically, professionally and with integrity.
- Strive for continuous improvement and cooperate with training and coaching as provided.
- Learn and use the tools, systems, processes, and resources provided and promoted by FFUN Group.
- Participate in meetings and provide reports as required.
- Help support and ensure we are following all safety standards within the branch as a team.
What you will need:
- Looking for a minimum 5 years of experience in a Rec and Marine shop.
- Previous foreperson experience would be an asset.
- Has experience operating the product lines we repair and service. Be an enthusiast.
- Diagnosing and quoting/repairing BRP products we sell including Seadoo, Skidoo, Can Am ATV, Side by Sides, Spyder and/or comparable products of a different brand.
- BRP training and certification would be an asset.
- Factory marine training and certification would be an asset. Primarily Mercury Outboard and I/O and Evinrude.
- Experience rigging of boats and electronics.
- Experience diagnosing and repairing of marine products would be an asset for the role.
- Ability to operate a forklift.
- Hold a Boaters license/Pleasure craft operators' card.
- Experience with coaching, mentoring, and developing junior staff.
- Proven ability on delivering quality work, often going over an above to exceed expectations.
- Demonstrates leadership qualities – effective communication, listening skills, empathetic, authentic, personable, believes in 2-way feedback, encourages staff collaboration, teamwork, and fosters recognition initiatives.
- Technically competent as required to use Service Department Technology to process work orders (CDK).
- Driven to learn, grow and develop as a team leader.
What it's really like to work here.
Discover your next adventure at FFUN Motorsports, the largest Powersports and Marine dealer in Manitoba, conveniently located on Lagimodiere Blvd in Winnipeg East. Our newly renovated showroom and dealership staff amenities reflect our commitment to excellence. As FFUN's flagship store in Manitoba, we boast the province's largest array of recreational products. Join FFUN, Canada's fastest-growing motor and recreational group retailer, with over 25 locations nationwide. We're not just a company; we're a lifestyle. Embrace a career with great opportunities, excellent pay, benefits, corporate support, and training. Be part of our amazing culture, driven by core values: Driven to Grow, Team Player, FFUN Attitude, and Down to Earth. Don't miss the chance to make every moment count.
Your candidate experience is important to us! That means, no daunting application process. It's EASY, mobile/desktop friendly and only takes 2-Clicks! Apply now and be part of the excitement.
We are all about having FFUN and making the most out of life while providing our team with amazing opportunities. To learn more about us, visit ffun.com – yup, FFUN with two “Fs”
We are defined by our core values:
Driven to Grow
Team Player
FFUN Attitude
Down to Earth
At FFUN Group, our team is committed to providing reasonable accommodations while maintaining candidate privacy and confidentiality to ensure a barrier free, unbiased, and equitable interview and employment experience. Should you require any accommodations due to a disability or special need (to function in your job or require changes to the workplace), please email our recruitment team at [email protected].