Equipment Manager - Spherion

Spherion is looking for an Equipment Manager for their asphalt paving client in Bardstown, KY! This is a direct hire opportunity.

Responsibilities:
The equipment manager is directly responsible for scheduling, maintaining, and tracking equipment assets. Additionally, this individual serves as the manager of the primary shop. In this capacity, the equipment manager oversees equipment transport (two lowboys and drivers) and two full-time, in-house mechanics.

The equipment managers primary responsibilities include:

• Oversee our primary shop and its personnel.
• Oversee the maintenance, operation, and utilization of construction equipment.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Paving Foreperson, and Milling Foreperson for day-to-day scheduling of paving fleets and other construction equipment.
• Develop and implement equipment management policies and procedures.
• Troubleshooting as well as preventative, routine maintenance.
• Ordering, repair, maintaining an inventory.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment fleet; asset tracking, fleet utilization.
• Service asphalt plant operators and quarry foremen with equipment related needs (loaders, haul trucks), as needed.
• Assist in new equipment negotiation and purchasing process. Keep abreast of industry trends and advancements in construction equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintenance standards. Train and supervise equipment operators on proper usage and safety protocols.
• Track equipment usage, fuel consumption, and maintenance costs.
• Knowledge of trucking and hauling regulations (overweight transports, load escorts). Knowledge of equipment set up (paver electronics).

Working hours: 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:
Communication; Servant leadership; Ethics, Integrity; Strategic thinking; Team-minded; Autonomous/independent thinking; Cost-minded; Decisive; Sense of urgency.

Education:
High School

Experience:
4-7 years

Qualifications:
-Proven experience in construction equipment management.
-Strong knowledge of construction machinery, safety regulations, and maintenance practices.
-Excellent organizational and communication skills.
-Ability to analyze equipment performance data and make informed decisions.
-Problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
-Familiarity with procurement processes and contract negotiations.
-Travel to and from job sites required at times for troubleshooting purposes, demonstrating new equipment, and as needed for other equipment evaluations.
-Experience: 5 years of relevant industry experience required (heavy highway equipment, road construction or paving, parts and serving, or some combination of these experiences).
-Management experience required; at least 3-5 years preferred.


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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).