Branch Manager-Heavy Equipment

Kimmel & Associates • Antelope Valley, CA

23h • $165,000 - $175,000

About The Position

The Branch Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for a high-performing heavy equipment branch, overseeing the parts and service business. The role focuses on profitability, operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and employee development. Reporting to regional leadership, the Branch Manager leads department managers and approximately 35 indirect employees supporting heavy equipment service and parts operations. The position calls for a strong technical background in heavy equipment maintenance and repair and proven experience managing financial performance and operational excellence.

The company is a heavy equipment dealer serving construction, mining, landfill, agriculture, and infrastructure markets with equipment sales, parts, service, and product support. It emphasizes employee development, technical expertise, customer partnerships, and investment in its people and operations.

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience managing heavy equipment parts and service operations.
• Experience leading managers and supervising large operational teams in a multi-department environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of heavy equipment diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and product support.
• Previous P&L management experience with responsibility for operational and financial performance.
• Industry experience in one or more of the following sectors: construction equipment, heavy equipment dealerships, mining, landfill, agriculture, or industrial equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to improve operational performance while developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, financial management, and customer relationship skills.

Nice To Haves

• Stable employment history with a demonstrated record of progressive career growth is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all branch operations, with primary responsibility for parts and service performance.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to department managers overseeing approximately 35 indirect employees.
• Drive operational excellence across service, parts, customer support, and branch administration.
• Manage branch financial performance, including full profit and loss (P&L) responsibility.
• Develop and execute strategies to improve profitability, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure efficient scheduling, workflow management, and equipment turnaround times.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and key industry partners.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a culture centered on safety, accountability, teamwork, and customer service.
• Partner with executive leadership to achieve regional business objectives and long-term growth initiatives.

Benefits

• Base salary up to $165,000–$175,000.
• Annual discretionary bonus opportunity of up to 20% of base salary.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Paid vacation and company holidays.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Professional development and leadership advancement opportunities.
• Opportunity to lead a high-performing branch for a respected heavy equipment organization.
• Collaborative leadership culture with long-term career growth potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed