Equipment Manager (Phoenix, AZ) - Austin Equipment Yard

Austin Careers•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Industries, a large and diversified construction company, is seeking an Equipment Manager for a large commercial project in Phoenix, Arizona. This role focuses on cost-effective equipment repairs and maintenance, and the design and execution of an equipment purchasing program. The Equipment Manager will work closely with the main Austin Equipment Yard staff to ensure operational alignment and provide day-to-day equipment support. This position reports to the Director of Equipment and is responsible for meeting project equipment needs safely and productively, aligning with company objectives. The role involves providing technical input on equipment purchase and disposal decisions, staying current with fleet maintenance innovations, and managing a team including a Service Manager, Equipment Superintendent, and Fuel and Lube Supervisor.

Requirements

5+ years experience in construction equipment management
Proven experience leading equipment service operations, including fleet maintenance, repair programs, and field service support
Strong ability to manage asset performance and costs, including maintenance planning, operating expense control, and procurement value optimization
Demonstrated capability coordinating service schedules and resolving operational issues in partnership with department managers and field teams
Experience driving technology-enabled efficiencies, including telematics, remote diagnostics, predictive maintenance, and work order systems
Proven leadership in safety, compliance, and people management, including training, certification, and development of technicians and staff
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors and visitors
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of all local, state and national statutes and guidelines regarding equipment licensing, certifications, permitting and hauling
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time effective manner
High school diploma, GED, or vocational training/certification
Proficiency in general office software (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.) for reporting and administrative tasks
HCSS and Heavy Equipment 360 experience
Proven experience managing a service team or repair crew
Valid driver’s license
Requires working outdoors at times in the rain or snow and during cold, warm, and hot temperatures
Must be able to work on call as needed
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States.
Austin Industries is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Responsibilities

Manages and directs company equipment service operations
Manages the overall equipment maintenance and repair programs
Coordinates with department managers in the development and management of the service and repair schedule for all active jobs
Plan and adjust staffing schedules to support equipment availability, operations, maintenance, and jobsite requirements
Ensures best value is obtained in the procurement activities within the Division.
Controls and monitors asset ownership and operating cost on a unit, class and overall fleet basis.
Management of the Work Order process including purchase orders, fuel tickets and any other documents required in the service operations
Manages key initiatives including the expansion of telematics for remote diagnostics and predictive failure analysis.
Identification, development, and implementation of additional technologies to increase efficiencies.
Ensures that high standards for quality and customer service are achieved
Insure that all operational aspects of the jobs are conducted efficiently and in accordance with the client’s and company’s quality standards
Overall safety for everyone working in or visiting Equipment Division location as well as field service operations.
Compliance with company policies and procedures
Recruitment and development of subordinates including training and certification of technicians
Perform other duties as assigned