Construction Equipment Superintendent

United States Digital Space LLC; Town of Lysander (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

PTO 160 hours

9 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

401K with matching

Medical, dental, vision plans

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC in Clay, NY is seeking an Equipment Superintendent to safely manage the construction equipment on site from mobilization through demobilization. You will lead the equipment department, ensure inspections, maintenance, fueling, and safety compliance while aligning with project schedules and budgets.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 8–10 years of relevant experience (or 12–14 years).

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 8–10 years of relevant experience or 12–14 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience coordinating construction equipment operations, utilization, and maintenance in industrial/heavy civil environments.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements and strong commitment to safe work practices.
• Experience with subcontractor and vendor equipment in accordance with contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment on arrival, during use, and before demobilization; document damages and inventory.
• Ensure manuals and maintenance records are complete and accessible.
• Schedule preventive maintenance inspections and lubrication requirements.
• Enforce safety programs and compliance with HS&E requirements and CORE processes.
• Coordinate with supervision and vendors to ensure equipment availability and proper use.
• Maintain accurate equipment records, costs, utilization trends, and maintenance history.

Skills

Equipment management

Maintenance planning

OSHA compliance

Team leadership

Vendor coordination

Crane operations

Fleet management systems

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree or international equivalent

Tools

Fleet management software

MS Office (Word/Excel/Access)

Job description

Requisition ID: 298642

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Clay, NY
• Salary Range: 105,000 - 160,200 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

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Job Summary:

The Equipment Superintendent is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient management of construction equipment on site from mobilization through demobilization. This role supervises and directs operations within the equipment department, including craft activities and subordinate supervisors, ensuring equipment is available, properly inspected, maintained, fueled, and safe to operate. Additionally, the superintendent ensures all equipment operations align with project requirements, health, safety, and environmental objectives, as well as the company core processes, while maintaining schedules, budgets, and performing general supervisory shop functions. #LI-TH1

Major Responsibilities:

• Inspect construction equipment upon arrival, during use, and prior to demobilization; complete required inbound/outbound inspection reports with documentation of damage/deficiencies and attachment inventories.
• Verify receipt, tracking, and availability of equipment operation and parts manuals; ensure manuals are complete and accessible to equipment personnel.
• Identify, schedule, and document preventive maintenance inspections and lubrication requirements.
• Enforce the project safety program (e.g., Zero Accident Philosophy) and ensure equipment operation complies with OSHA, project HS&E requirements, CORE processes, and applicable SWPPs.
• Support construction supervision to ensure equipment is used in accordance with project specifications and work plans.
• Coordinate equipment supply and allocation in alignment with field execution schedules and discipline work plans.
• Analyze workforce, material, and equipment needs to support short-term and look-ahead planning.
• Coordinate with Equipment Managers, construction supervision, maintenance teams, and vendors to ensure equipment availability and timely response to issues.
• Oversee field maintenance activities to minimize downtime; troubleshoot and help direct repairs or elevate issues as needed.
• Maintain accurate equipment records, inspection documentation, inventories, and supporting information (e.g., costs, utilization trends, and maintenance history) in accordance with project requirements.
• Assist with preparation of equipment-related reports, forecasts, and inventory information for project leadership.
• Ensure subcontractor and vendor equipment activities comply with contractual requirements and project standards.
• Order and manage consumables (e.g., filters, oil, grease, DEF, fuel) as required to support equipment operations.
• Prepare and maintain tool lists; ensure craft teams have the required tools to perform work safely and productively.
• Coordinate equipment fueling activities.
• Demonstrate leadership in a team-based construction environment; communicate effectively and maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure assigned personnel are qualified for their tasks and follow applicable standards, requirements, and safe work practices.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting large-scale construction projects with multiple disciplines and high equipment volumes.
• Experience working with subcontractor and vendor equipment in accordance with contract requirements.
• AEMP Equipment Management Specialist (EMS) or Certified Equipment Manager (CEM) certification preferred.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience coordinating construction equipment operations, utilization, and maintenance in an industrial or heavy civil environment.
• Working knowledge of equipment inspection practices, preventive maintenance programs, and field troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements and strong commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to read and interpret work plans, schedules, and equipment documentation (manuals, work orders, inspection forms).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and produce reports/forecasts.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with supervision, craft, maintenance, and vendors.
• Knowledge of the use of subcontracts, and the contractor and subcontractor's responsibilities contained in subcontract documents.
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment.
• Experience operating in high-utilization construction environments where equipment availability, preventative maintenance, and rapid repair coordination are critical to maintaining construction schedules is also preferred.
• Experience managing construction equipment fleets and associated maintenance programs
• Familiarity with major OEM equipment manufacturers (e.g., CAT, Komatsu, JLG, Genie, etc.)
• Working knowledge of crane operations and lifting equipment
• Experience utilizing fleet management or equipment tracking systems

Working Conditions / Other Requirements

• Work is primarily performed in an active construction site environment; ability to walk job sites and work around heavy equipment is required.
• May require extended hours, shift work, and/or weekend work to support construction schedules.
• Must be able to comply with site access requirements and project safety policies.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

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Employee Benefits List

• comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• optional disability and supplemental insurance options
• generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period)
• nine paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• discretionary bonuses
• well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [e-mail]