Small Tools Supervisor

Whitaker Construction•Brigham City, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Small Tools Supervisor is responsible for ensuring efficient and profitable small tools operations through excellent planning and execution of the work. This role provides mentorship to the small tools team while fostering effective communication with internal and external customers in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures. Whitaker Holdings is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) family of companies with over 70 years of experience in heavy civil construction, underground utilities, and telecommunications. Whitaker Holdings encompasses multiple companies, including Whitaker Construction, DasCo of Idaho, Advanced Cable Technology, and Bighorn Traffic Services. Operating across Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, Oregon, and beyond, our companies are united by four core values — Value Safety, Embrace Ownership, Be Honorable, and Elevate Team — which guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we deliver quality results on some of the most challenging projects in the region.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 or more years of progressive experience in inventory and purchasing small tools, preferably in a heavy civil environment.
Strong knowledge of inventory management practices.
Knowledge and understanding of employee development.
Ability to work effectively in a high-production environment.
Demonstrated decision-making skills.
Excellent leadership skills.
Excellent supervisory, communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform and implement necessary inventory control measures to ensure field crews have all the essential tools to perform their jobs in a cost-effective manner.
Prepare and issue reports as needed on physical inventories, loss, damage, or destroyed items to ensure accurate tracking, use, and care of the company’s small tool assets and supplies.
Maintain effective interaction and communication with project and equipment teams to ensure work is accomplished efficiently and that the company remains the low-cost producer.
Coordinate delivery of services with field teams to assist in the timely and profitable completion of projects.
Develop and maintain good relationships with the company’s suppliers to ensure timely delivery of appropriate items at competitive prices.
Facilitate availability of supplies and tools to meet construction, maintenance, and other schedules, assisting operations in meeting their goals in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
Ensure all operations performed by small tools employees are performed safely and in an environmentally responsible way, and support safety matrix requirements.
Develop and mentor small tools employees to ensure proper engagement of team members.
Abide by the company’s core values daily.
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisors.