Assistant to Equipment Yard Manager

Hoffman Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing builder specializing in technically complex, sustainable projects across advanced technology, mission critical, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Since 1922, we’ve grown from entrepreneurial roots into a multi-billion-dollar, employee-owned enterprise—now a dynamic family of companies with a national presence and a legacy of excellence.

At Hoffman Construction, your potential has room to grow. Whether you're on a jobsite or in a corporate office, you’ll be empowered to take initiative, explore new paths, and shape the future of construction. We believe in building opportunity together—by unlocking talent, inspiring innovation, and driving forward the ideas that make a difference.

Join us and benefit from:

• Competitive pay and advancement opportunities
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Comprehensive benefits—including
  free primary care for you and your family through our dedicated clinics, health insurance, paid time off, and a generous retirement plan.
• A culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and respect.

We’re hiring across all departments.
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The Assistant to the Yard Manager will work at the Hoffman Equipment Yard and will report to the Equipment Yard Manager. They will assist the Equipment Yard Manager in overseeing the operations and maintenance of the Hoffman Yard facilities and equipment. They will also manage equipment and material purchases. This position will be fully in-office

• Maintain all Hoffman Yard Facilities and manage its operations.
• Ensure that all equipment and materials are well-maintained and in good working order when assets are delivered to each project site.
• Negotiate effective purchase and rental agreements with various equipment and material suppliers.
• Perform annual audits of rental rates.
• Provide assessment of damages and assign any repairs necessary to the appropriate project site.
• Evaluate proposed equipment/material purchases based on price, maintenance costs, remaining lifespan of items and rental rate to determine an acceptable rate of return for each purchased item.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree in Business, Accounting, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent work experience required.

• At least two (2) years of experience in rental operations, warehouse management, and/or facilities management preferred.

• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams),and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.
• Working knowledge in Bluebeam preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting software JD Edwards Enterprise One preferred.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of construction tools, equipment, materials, and warehouse facilities.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Department of Transportation Regulations for the areas that business will be conducted, and project sites are located.
• Experience with management of equipment rental operations.
• Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work well in a large professional setting. Patience and professionalism are essential.
• Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership.
• Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off-shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences.

• Standing/Walking/Sitting:
  
  Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location. Up to 75% of the workday is spent outdoors navigating construction…