Branch Manager, Construction Equipment Rentals

Hawthorne Cat; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Uniforms provided

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hawthorne Cat in Escondido, CA seeks a Branch Manager to lead daily branch operations, drive rental revenue growth, manage staff, and align with Hawthorne and Caterpillar business plans. You will oversee safety, scheduling, invoicing, and inventory coordination, develop customers, negotiate rental rates, and support corporate rental initiatives, while delivering exceptional service.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree (preferred), 3–5 years in construction equipment, at least 2 years

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in construction equipment industry.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong sales and customer service experience.
• Knowledge and experience in the equipment rental industry preferred.
• Understanding of business accounting principles and budget preparation.
• Organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Overall supervision, development, and performance management of branch personnel.
• Deliver annual R2R, HR, and rental roll out revenue targets.
• Ensure safe, efficient shop and yard practices are observed.
• Utilization of IRents reports to maximize fleet availability.
• Oversee safety matters including audits, OSHA compliance, DOT regulations, and testing.
• Code and approve authorized accounts payable invoices.
• Assist customers with equipment needs.
• Initiates rental contracts.
• Assist customers with equipment service needs.
• Negotiate rental rates with customers.
• Ensure billings are completed daily.
• Assist Corp Rental Manager in inventory acquisition/disposal.
• Ensure adequate phone coverage and opening/closing procedures.
• Ensure deposit policy compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Sales

Customer Service

Supervisory

Organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Hawthorne Cat in Escondido, CA seeks a Branch Manager to lead daily branch operations, drive rental revenue growth, manage staff, and align with Hawthorne and Caterpillar business plans. You will oversee safety, scheduling, invoicing, and inventory coordination, develop customers, negotiate rental rates, and support corporate rental initiatives, while delivering exceptional service.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree (preferred), 3–5 years in construction equipment, at least 2 years