Equipment Manager

Midwest Masonry Construction, Inc. is a leading commercial masonry contractor based in Lawrence, Kansas, serving clients throughout Kansas and Western Missouri. Since our founding in 2013, we have experienced steady growth in revenue, project size, workforce, and service area. With approximately 80 employees, we are positioned for continued growth and expansion.

The Equipment Manager is responsible for managing Midwest Masonry’s construction equipment, vehicles, trailers, tools, and related assets to ensure they are safe, reliable, properly maintained, and available when needed.

This position supports field operations by planning equipment needs, coordinating maintenance and repairs, managing rentals and transportation, tracking assets, and controlling equipment costs. The Equipment Manager works closely with Project Managers, Foremen, field personnel, vendors, and company leadership to minimize downtime and keep field operations productive. This position reports to the President.

• Manage company construction equipment, vehicles, trailers, tools, and related assets.
• Maintain accurate equipment records, including equipment identification, serial numbers, purchase information, location, assignment, condition, maintenance history, availability, registrations, warranties, and inspections.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance and inspection schedules; coordinate routine maintenance, repairs, and emergency service.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform or coordinate general repairs when appropriate, and determine when outside service is needed.
• Ensure equipment is inspected, safe, and ready for service before use.
• Maintain an appropriate inventory of commonly used parts, fluids, and maintenance supplies.

• Work with Project Managers and Foremen to anticipate equipment needs and maintain a weekly equipment look-ahead for active and upcoming projects.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, pickups, transfers, and returns between the yard, vendors, and jobsites.
• Require equipment delivery and pickup requests at least 48 hours in advance whenever practical, while responding to urgent needs as necessary.
• Coordinate rental equipment when needed, monitor rental duration, and return equipment promptly to control costs.

• Establish and enforce procedures for reporting equipment damage, mechanical problems, missing tools, and repair needs; hold field personnel accountable for proper equipment use and care, and follow up on recurring damage or misuse with management.
• Conduct routine check-ins with Foremen and equipment operators regarding equipment condition and upcoming needs.
• Manage small tools and specialty equipment to reduce loss, unnecessary replacement, and jobsite shortages.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized company yard, shop, and equipment storage areas.

• Monitor equipment utilization, repair costs, rental expenses, and operating costs to identify savings and improve efficiency.
• Maintain relationships with equipment dealers, repair shops, rental companies, parts suppliers, and other vendors.
• Obtain pricing and coordinate purchases of equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and repairs.
• Assist management in deciding when equipment should be repaired, replaced, purchased, rented, or sold.
• Assist with annual equipment budgeting, capital planning, and anticipated major expenses.
• Ensure equipment complies with applicable OSHA requirements, manufacturer recommendations, and company safety policies.
• Coordinate required equipment inspections and assist with operator training or certification requirements when applicable.
• Maintain regular communication with Project Managers, Foremen, field personnel, vendors, and company leadership.
• Provide the President with regular updates on equipment condition, major repairs, upcoming maintenance, rentals, operational issues, and capital needs.
• Proactively identify equipment needs and potential problems before they affect field production.
• Continuously improve equipment tracking, maintenance procedures, scheduling, and company equipment standards.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

• 3-5 years of experience in construction equipment management, fleet management, equipment maintenance, construction operations, or a related field preferred.
• Commercial construction experience strongly preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and working…