Maintenance Clerk

About Us

Bedford Ready Mix has been in operation since 1985 and a proud member of the OSCO Construction Group since 2008. In addition to its shared resources with Sackville Concrete, the Bedford location also hosts a four-bay repair facility, capable of handling even the largest of pumps in the fleet. This collaboration has made them the largest concrete supplier in the Halifax Regional Municipality. Both companies perform a mix of residential work along with industrial/commercial projects. The plants operate a large fleet of concrete pumps, including the largest boom pump East of Montreal.

Bedford Ready Mix is currently seeking a qualified Maintenance Clerk for its Ready-Mix operations in Bedford, Nova Scotia.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Clerk is responsible for data entry of maintenance information into our internal database system and maintaining and managing inventory records. Additionally, the Maintenance Clerk will be responsible for communicating with our suppliers to source for consumable items for the maintenance department.

The position requires experience in computer applications and online document management. Exceptional time management and communication skills are critical as the ideal candidate must be able to multi-task, learn quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Creating maintenance requests in JDE from defects received on pre-trips
• Entering repair order data, recharge hours and weekly Hours and KM of equipment into the Computerized Maintenance Management System (JDE)
• Obtain quotes, create purchase orders, order and physically receive all consumables
• Assisting driver's requesting cleaners, PPE, etc.
• Communicating with drivers to obtain missing information on pre trips
• Actively working with mechanics to obtain any missing details from work orders
• Assisting with special projects and all other duties as assigned
• Providing coverage for the Maintenance Planner during vacation
• Other duties as assigned

Technical Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Exposure to JD Edwards One World would be considered a definite asset

Business Requirements

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills coupled with proven ability to work well in an extremely fast-paced and deadline driven environment
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple and changing priorities without sacrificing deadlines
• Detail-oriented coupled with proven sense of urgency
• Organized self-starter who works effectively with minimal supervision and a high level of accountability
• Must understand the critical role that equipment maintenance has in meeting operational goals

Social Requirements

• Effective communication skills (both written and verbal) with management and peers
• Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to work both collaborative and independently when necessary

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Bedford Ready Mix offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to dependents of employees, health & wellness programming and team celebratory events.

About OSCO

The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.

The OSCO Construction Group prides itself not just in embracing change, but in leading it. We drive this change by maintaining our vision to be fast, be global and be connected. All of our sectors are committed to: conducting business with integrity and fairness; continuous education & training of our employees; improving our processes; focusing on our customers' needs; and, providing top quality products & services.