Assistant Equipment Manager

Barrett Industries; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrett Paving Materials Inc. is seeking an Assistant Equipment Manager to support lifecycle planning, budgeting, and maintenance across our heavy civil operations in Hamilton, OH.

You will coordinate data-driven decisions, ensure equipment readiness, and work with regional teams on procurement and compliance. The role emphasizes cost control, asset utilization, and adherence to safety standards while coordinating with operations, shops, procurement, and corporate teams.

Qualifications

• B.S. or equivalent in mechanical, industrial or civil engineering preferred.
• 3-5 years' experience in asphalt plant, ready mix plant, aggregate processing operations, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of operating asphalt and crushing operations, plant controls, and heating systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of equipment and plant life cycle planning, compliance, and maintenance processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI
• Ability to analyze data and build data-driven presentations to support operational and equipment decisions.
• Strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work cross functionally with operations, shops, procurement, and corporate teams.
• This position involves 10-15% travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support forecasting and budgeting for equipment utilization and costs.
• Build demand forecasts and identify risks; recommend mitigations.
• Support business case development for fleet additions/replacements.
• Support capital approval workflows and ROI preparations.
• Provide training and best practices guidance as needed.
• Develop and implement maintenance programs aligned with goals.
• Ensure compliance with DOT and safety standards.
• Track maintenance costs and coordinate with procurement.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Education

B.S. in Mechanical/Industrial/Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Job description

Barrett Paving Materials Inc. is a leader in heavy civil construction, specializing in aggregate production, asphalt plants, paving services, and road construction. With our people-first culture, we uphold the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct. As part of the Colas Group, the global leader in transportation infrastructure, we are committed to excellence. Learn more at www.barrettpaving.com.

Barrett Paving, and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com.

The Assistant Equipment Manager is responsible for supporting the effective management, maintenance, compliance, and lifecycle planning of Barrett Industries' equipment assets across all divisions. Primary focus of this role will be construction/manufacturing equipment, asphalt, aggregate and concrete operations. This role oversees systems and processes related to equipment data, preventive maintenance scheduling, procurement coordination, compliance programs, and regional equipment support. This position works closely with regional operations, shops, accounting, procurement, and corporate teams to ensure equipment readiness, safety, accuracy of records, and cost control. This position reports directly to the Equipment Manager and will be based out of our Hamilton, OH office.

Equipment Strategy & Financial Management Support (core of the role)

• Lead and/or support financial forecasting and budgeting for equipment utilization and productivity, maintenance and repair costs, and logistics and mobilization costs.
• Build and maintain demand forecasts (near-term scheduling + longer-range pipeline), identifying risk periods (peaks, gaps, and regional constraints) and recommending mitigation (moves, vendor coverage, and timing adjustments).
• Support business case development for fleet additions/replacements (capital planning, utilization assumptions, lifecycle and total-cost framing) to improve future investment decisions.
• Support capital approval workflows, ROI preparation, and leadership presentations.
• Provide training and best practice guidance as needed.
• Strategic development and implementation of maintenance programs aligned with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and other safety/environmental standards.
• Support communication, training, and compliance tracking across the Company.
• Track and analyze maintenance costs.
• Partner with Procurement and Regional teams on RFQs including rentals, fuel, maintenance and stock items
• Issue purchase orders per company policies, invoice reconciliation, and related administrative duties.

Qualifications/Requirements.

• B.S. or equivalent experience in mechanical, industrial or civil engineering preferred.
• 3-5 years' experience in asphalt plant, ready mix plant, aggregate processing operations, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of operating asphalt and crushing operations, plant controls, and heating systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of equipment and plant life cycle planning, compliance, and maintenance processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI
• Ability to analyze data and build clear data-driven presentations to support operational and equipment management decisions.
• Strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work cross functionally with operations, shops, procurement, and corporate teams.
• Work with the utmost concern for safety for self and others.
• This position involves 10-15% travel, including site visits and company meetings.

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, view the EEO document.

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