Small Tools Program Lead

Our Transmission group is currently looking to add a Small Tools Program Lead to our growing team, based in Headingley, MB.

Reporting to the Fleet Business Manager, we are seeking an experienced and operationally focused leader to oversee the day-to-day operation of Valard's small tools program. This position leads the Tool Coordination team, implements standardized processes across all project tool cribs, owns procurement governance and training, and ensures tools and equipment are available, certified, and well-maintained across yards and projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop the Tool Coordination team across yards and regions, driving consistency in process, data quality, and execution while serving as the subject matter expert on small tools for the business unit
• Regularly travel across Canada to monitor regional tool cribs and set up project tool cribs at the start of new projects

Project Tool Cribs, Standards & Travel

• Implement standardized small tools processes across all project tool cribs; travel to project sites at start-up to set up tool cribs, train site personnel, and conduct regular regional site visits to monitor compliance and drive corrective actions

Inventory, Maintenance & ToolWatch

• Oversee inventory of tools, small equipment, and safety supplies across storage, trucks, and project tool cribs; own ToolWatch at the program level including data integrity, user adoption, cycle counts, and utilization reporting
• Define standard tool kits and storage standards by crew type; oversee certification, calibration, and preventative maintenance schedules and evaluate tools for repair, replacement, or retirement

Procurement Governance & Training

• Own small tools procurement governance including purchasing standards, approval thresholds, and vendor compliance; review and approve purchase requests and provide budget input to the Fleet Business Manager
• Develop and deliver training for Tool Coordinators, Supervisors, Foremen, and field users on ToolWatch, procurement processes, and tool care and maintenance

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Partner with Operations, Project Management, Supervisors, Foremen, and HSE to align on tool demand, availability, PPE, and related inventory programs across active projects

Requirements

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• 5 years of related experience
• Experience leading a team
• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered
• Experience with tools and equipment used in utility / powerline construction
• Proven knowledge of standards and procedures for testing and maintenance of tools
• Proficiency with inventory management systems (ToolWatch or equivalent) and strong computer and reporting skills
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly across Canada to project sites and regional yards

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education in operations, supply chain, business, or a related field
• Previous experience leading a tools or asset function in a construction or utility environment
• Hands-on experience administering ToolWatch including configuration and reporting

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including a 5% RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing. 

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere.  We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.  Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

* We do not use automated tools to screen applications.  All hiring decisions involve human review.  This job posting is for an existing vacancy.