Tooling / Shop Lead

PAR Western Line Contractors, LLC•Vacaville, CA

2d•$34 - $40

About The Position

PAR Western Line Contractors, LLC (dba QUES), a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc., is seeking a Tooling/Shop Lead to coordinate and control company tooling, shop runners, and shop support activities. The role ensures that tools are inventoried, maintained, distributed, and available for field operations. It is a hands-on leadership position working with the Shop/Fleet Manager, field supervision, mechanics, and project teams, requiring organization, communication, accountability, and knowledge of construction tooling and shop operations. The position also involves maintaining tooling records and costs, coordinating movement and repair or inspection schedules, supporting safe tool use, and directing shop runner activities. Duties may change, and additional tasks may be assigned. Employment is contingent on passing required criminal background checks, motor vehicle record checks, and post-employment and random drug testing.

Requirements

Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple requests and changing priorities.
Basic computer skills and ability to maintain electronic inventory records.
Ability to operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to lift, move, and handle tools and equipment as required in a fast-paced environment.
Successful completion of required criminal background checks, motor vehicle record checks, and post-employment and random drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction, utility, fleet, equipment, tooling, or shop operations.
Prior leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, audited inventory of company tooling by tagging items, tracking assignments and transfers, and identifying missing, damaged, or obsolete tools for repair, replacement, or disposal.
Monitor tooling condition and readiness and recommend purchases based on need and usage.
Direct daily shop runner activities, prioritizing deliveries, pickups, and tooling transfers according to shop, fleet, and field needs.
Maintain accountability for company vehicles, tools, and equipment in transit, and flag delays or issues to management.
Coordinate with the Shop/Fleet Manager on tooling movement, repair and inspection scheduling, and field tooling requests.
Ensure timely delivery and pickup and proper storage of tooling.
Communicate equipment or tooling issues that could affect field operations.
Ensure tooling is maintained and used according to manufacturer recommendations and company safety requirements, and remove damaged or unsafe tools from service.
Assist with required inspections and certifications and report safety concerns to the Shop/Fleet Manager.
Maintain accurate tooling records and track costs to reduce unnecessary purchases, rentals, and losses.
Lead shop runners by example on safety, organization, and reliability, keep storage organized, and provide regular updates to the Shop/Fleet Manager.