Equipment Foreman

JE Dunn Construction; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Non-Union

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking an Equipment Foreman to support Blue Hat field operations, including deliveries, warehousing, service, and hoisting. You will oversee equipment movement, maintenance, and inventory while ensuring compliance and safety.

The role requires leadership in equipment management, strong communication with internal teams, and a commitment to operational excellence at construction sites nationwide.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or equivalent is required.
• 5+ years of equipment operations experience is required.
• Valid and unrestricted driver's license is required.
• Ability to operate distribution equipment and perform basic maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage one or more equipment trade labor specialties within assigned operations.
• Oversee deliveries and pickups of equipment and material to jobsites and vendors.
• Determine and oversee local equipment distribution schedules.
• Maintain equipment and fleet inventory with internal or external services.
• Ensure DOT compliance and proper driver logs and time off.
• Document equipment movements, repairs, and costs accurately.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication

MS Office

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant experience considered

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success.

By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company’s rewards, we’ve found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years.

Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.

Role Summary

The Equipment Foreman will provide routine and non-routine support to day-to-day equipment operations. This position will be responsible for managing one or more functions of the Blue Hat field operations, which may include delivery, warehousing, service, and hoisting. In addition, the Equipment Foreman will work with other Blue Hat team members to accurately account for work performed by their respective team. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

• Autonomy & Decision-Making: Makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all exceptions to supervisor.
• Career Path: Senior Equipment Foreman

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

EQUIPMENT FOREMAN FAMILY – CORE

• Manages one or more equipment trade labor specialties within their assigned operations.
• Oversees and performs deliveries and pick-ups of equipment and material to and from jobsites, vendors, and other Blue Hat Operations centers, utilizing both company delivery vehicles and outside carriers.
• Determines and oversees the distribution schedule for local Blue Hat Operations to include jobsite deliveries/returns and incoming equipment and material orders.
• Oversees maintenance of all equipment and inventory fleet by internal mechanics or external repair facilities.
• Provides timely response through phone calls from internal and external customers and vendors.
• Ensures work is accurately documented related to equipment movement, repair and maintenance, operational costs, employee timesheets.
• Responsible for and ensuring DOT compliance and administration by properly maintaining DOT records, ensuring drivers maintain daily logs and time off is taken accordingly, and reviewing driving records for regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that all delivery and service vehicles are well maintained and clean.
• Oversees the organization and maintenance of their respective warehouse facility.
• Assists with inventory and fleet cycle counts and controls.
• Provides Blue Hat Operations with recommended job chargeable repair activities.
• Makes recommendations to Blue Hat Operations to ensure appropriate inventory levels and equipment readiness.
• Communicates and makes recommendations to Blue Hat Operations for fleet/inventory purchases and rotations.
• Proactively alerts management on issues involving policy, operating procedures, and legal issues related to Blue Hat Operations.
• Actively participates in the continuous improvement plan by identifying inefficiencies in the current process, suggesting solutions, and implementing improvements.
• Supports all aspects of the company’s safety culture and creates awareness by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others. Investigates safety incidents and retrains staff as needed.

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

N/A

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Capable of operating a forklift or other distribution equipment
• Ability to perform work accurately and completely
• Ability to follow‑up on inquiries in a timely manner
• Communication skills, verbal and written – Intermediate
• Proficiency in MS Office – Intermediate
• Basic understanding of internal equipment management tools
• Demonstrated ability to identify common construction materials and equipment
• Ability to provide excellent customer service through positive interaction with customers
• Demonstrated knowledge of equipment rental operations including warehouse organization, storage of inventory/equipment, maintenance and repair, and order fulfillment process from start to finish
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally

Education

• High School/GED or equivalent (Required)
• In lieu of the above requirements, relevant experience will be considered

Experience

• 5+ years equipment operations experience (Required)

Working Environment

• Valid and unrestricted drivers license required
• Must be able to lift at least to 50 pounds
• May require periods of overnight travel
• May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• Frequent Activity: Standing, Walking, Lifting, Climbing, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling, Sitting
• Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen

Benefits Information

• The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union.

JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [e-mail]