Branch Manager

Build your Career at Cooper Equipment Rentals

We are looking for a Branch Manager to join the team at our Salmon Arm, BC Branch!

Why Work with Us? Perks!

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle + fuel card
• Excellent benefit package with premiums paid by the company
• RRSP Match
• Safety-minded organization
• Stable, year-round employment with overtime available
• Continuous training, learning and development opportunities
• Fun-loving work environment with strong social responsibility

What You’ll Be Doing

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage and mentor employees to develop a high-performing and cohesive team
• Work together with the People and Culture Team to effectively resolve internal staff conflicts, and to ensure employees have access to available resources
• Participate in the hiring, onboarding and training of new employees
• Conduct annual performance evaluations, provide regular performance feedback and coaching, and implement disciplinary measures as required
• Follow and enforce all safety initiatives and policies, and champion the company safety culture
• Delegate responsibilities and oversee branch operations
• Collaborate with internal teams across the organization to ensure top-quality customer service at all stages of the rental process
• Work closely with all levels of the organization to ensure a team-based approach to problem solving
• Focus on keeping fleet rental ready through establishing efficient and effective shop flow
• Supervise mechanics to ensure priorities are being set and preventative maintenance schedule is being followed
• Make recommendations to management regarding rental fleet inventory

What You’ll Bring to the Team

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in the construction equipment rental industry or a closely related field
• Thorough knowledge of construction equipment would be an asset
• Prior experience with managing a team is an asset
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and a clean or satisfactory driver’s abstract
• Highly results-driven with a customer-oriented mindset
• Ability to lead and inspire a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to converse with customers, employees, and other parties at all levels of the organization in a professional manner
• Comfortable with computers and proficient in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Power Point). Experience with viewing reports in PowerBI, and with Systematic Rental Management software (or similar software) is an asset
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent; a post-secondary diploma in a relevant field would be an asset but is not required

Please note, to be considered for this position applicants should currently be residing in Canada and legally entitled to work in Canada.

We passionately believe that our inclusive and diverse team is key to the success of our business. We are dedicated to building an environment where everyone has an equitable opportunity to thrive, and where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated and embraced. We strive to hire diverse talent and to ensure that everyone feels safe, respected, and valued during the hiring process and throughout their journey with us. To continue the conversation, or if you require accommodations, reach out to our team at [email protected].

Region Manager