FEC Equipment Specialist

Turner Construction•Portland, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The FEC Equipment Specialist supports First Equipment Company (FEC) operations, including equipment inventory, logistics, and maintenance processes. The role supports construction field operations by helping ensure tools, fleet vehicles, and equipment are available, safe, and functional. It includes maintaining accurate records, entering data, assisting with equipment movement, and conducting basic inspections. The position is based in Portland, Oregon, and involves 20–30% travel. Work takes place in warehouse or construction-site settings and includes hands-on equipment and material handling duties. The role is classified as experienced and salaried exempt.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program, or high school diploma or GED, and at least 2 years of experience or coursework in construction, logistics, equipment operations, warehouse management, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Basic understanding of construction equipment, jobsite logistics, and maintenance requirements for hand and power tools.
Familiarity with and commitment to safety practices related to material handling and equipment operations.
Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment; certification is required or the employee must be willing to attain it.
Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records.
Active listening, responsiveness, and strong follow-up practices.
Ability to think through logistics and communicate expectations.
Ability to engage and collaborate professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Professional verbal and written communication skills.
Reliability, teamwork, and willingness to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous learning.
Ability to travel; travel is listed as 20–30%.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including regularly lifting or moving up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds, climbing, and working in construction areas.
Ability to work in warehouse or construction-site environments with exposure to moving mechanical parts, heights, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather, and possible electrical shock.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with continuous improvement concepts, methodologies, and tools.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Excel, databases, inventory systems, or ERP platforms.

Responsibilities

Support daily receiving, staging, organizing, and tracking of tools and equipment.
Coordinate equipment pickup and delivery to and from project sites and support preparation, loading, and unloading.
Perform basic equipment inspections and minor maintenance tasks.
Maintain accurate inventory records and enter information into equipment tracking systems and ERP platforms.
Support equipment scheduling and document routine and preventive maintenance, repairs, and calibrations.
Respond to equipment requests and support timely delivery and proper documentation with project and site teams.
Assist with equipment check-in and check-out, track usage, and identify damaged or missing items.
Follow company policies, safety protocols, and operational standards for equipment handling, and wear appropriate PPE.
Maintain organization and cleanliness in FEC storage yards, shops, and tool rooms.
Participate in process improvement efforts to streamline logistics, improve efficiency, and reduce equipment downtime.
Lift and move items, work outdoors or in warehouse settings, and travel to job sites as needed.
Perform other assigned duties, responsibilities, and special projects.