Operations Manager

Posted Friday, July 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM Important: This position is based in Kingston, Ontario. Candidates must be willing to relocate to Kingston or commute regularly. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. Find Your Limitless with Reliance By joining Reliance as an Operations Manager, HVAC Service , you’ll become an important team member and will be provided with the tools you need to succeed. We have ambitious growth plans and are looking for Team Members who want to grow with us. At Reliance, we pride ourselves on the fact that we provide limitless opportunities for growth and we encourage it by rewarding our Team Members for their success in many ways. If you’re ready to find your limitless – join us! What will you do? Learn and grow as an important part of a team that cares about Reliance and its customers. Collaborate with the all local Manager(s) to plan, budget and deliver on P & L targets Ensure staffing plans are forecast, updated and delivered to maximize customer service and meet our service commitments Measure, monitor and drive achievement of all Operational metrics and provide appropriate reporting and analysis Lead and support the development of a Growth through Install mentality that drives customer satisfaction and future business growth Coach and manage a team of Technical professionals to maximize their performance, engagement and achievement of objectives Identify opportunities for establishing relationships with Independent HVAC Installation Contractors. Drive excellence through our 3rd party partners by finding, selecting, and negotiating agreements with partners who are committed to Reliance’s strategy and goals. Manage these relationships to ensure these vendors deliver on all our key metrics and standards Perform regular reviews of cost, quality, safety and productivity metrics, setting plans and executing these effectively to drive optimal performance of Operations team and 3rd party partners through goal setting, observation, coaching and reviews Partner and collaborate with other stakeholders (i.e. Quality, Project Management, Training, HR, Regulatory) to continually improve team performance Drive ‘destination of choice’ for team members, customers and 3rd party partners by setting a standard of service excellence and engaging team members/3rd party partners to support this standard Deliver prompt and efficient resolution to customer inquiries/complaints Ensure exceeding install gross margin What do we offer? The tools you need to succeed – including the tools for the job and fully stocked trucks as well as ongoing skills training and professional development programs Competitive wages with opportunity to earn additional commissions and bonuses Fully paid tuition and apprentice leave top-up for eligible Team Members Consistent work with a predictable and stable work schedule And award-winning and one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures with a proudly diverse and inclusive team A variety of perks for high-performing Team Members including the chance to win and be part of our annual President’s Club trip to a tropical destination What do you bring? A growth mindset: above all else, we’re looking for people who are dependable, ambitious and want to grow with Reliance You are a determined self-starter with a high degree of integrity, sense of urgency, passion for high performance and attention to detail who thrives working in a team environment and individually 3-5 years of progressive experience overseeing a field operations team required Knowledge and technical experience within the HVAC and/or water heater industry is required Gas Fitter 2 or 313D license would be an asset Sales experience and a demonstrated ability to meet sales quotas would be an asset Demonstrated results in driving process control, productivity/quality improvement Excellent communication (written, verbal and presentation), interpersonal skills along with innovative thinking and problem solving skills Highly motivated to succeed with the ability to build team spirit, motivate team members and encourage collaboration Professional negotiation skills with the ability to influence and drive change Strong initiative to drive results with speed of implementation Strong ability to develop effective relationships with team, internal and external stakeholders Ability to challenge the status quo and help drive change Experience in a management role within a unionized environment is an asset Why Reliance? As a leader in home services and energy efficient solutions for over 60 years, Reliance Home Comfort® (Reliance) is committed to being the Destination of Choice by delivering exceptional experiences for customers seeking comfort and team members seeking a rewarding, inclusive workplace. With over 2 million customer relationships, Reliance is a trusted source and has become one of Canada’s largest providers of water heaters, furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, water purification, plumbing, protection plans, smart home, electrical, and EV chargers. Headquartered in Toronto, Reliance employs a workforce of over 2,700 Team Members across 28 branches in Canada and two locations in the United States. Reliance has been certified as a Great Place to Work in 2024 and has been recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital, for eight consecutive years since 2016. Reliance remains focused on sustainability, workplace safety, diversity, inclusivity, and prudent governance. ​ Vacancy Type: This posting is for an existing vacancy We use AI‑enabled tools to support parts of our selection process; however, every hiring decision is reviewed and finalized by our people. Reliance Home Comfort is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds including minorities and those with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For more information, please visit www.reliancehomecomfort.com ​ #TRADES_HP #LI-Onsite #LI-TF1 #OPS_IND