Equipment Superintendent - Pecos, TX

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Pecos (TX)

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USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

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Job summary

Bechtel in Pecos, Texas seeks an Equipment Superintendent to lead onsite equipment management from mobilization to demobilization. You will supervise the equipment department, ensure proper inspection, maintenance, fueling, and safe operation aligned with project requirements and health, safety, and environmental objectives.

Coordinate with Equipment Managers, supervision, maintenance teams, and vendors to keep equipment available and compliant, while maintaining records and preparing forecasts

Qualifications

Experience coordinating construction equipment operations, utilization, and maintenance.
Knowledge of inspection practices, preventive maintenance, and field troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret work plans, schedules, and equipment documentation.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain records and produce reports.
Effective communication and collaboration with supervision, craft, and vendors.

Responsibilities

Inspect equipment on arrival, during use, and before demobilization with reports.
Ensure manuals and spare parts are available and accessible.
Schedule preventive maintenance inspections and lubrication.
Enforce safety programs and OSHA/compliance requirements.
Coordinate equipment supply, planning, and field execution.
Maintain equipment records, costs, and utilization trends.
Prepare equipment-related reports and forecasts.

Skills

Equipment coordination

Maintenance programs

Plan interpretation

Organizational skills

Communication

Subcontracts knowledge

Computer literacy

Team leadership

Fleet management

Education

High School/GED

Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent)

Tools

CAT

Komatsu

JLG

Genie

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Extraordinary Teams Building Inspiring Projects

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

Project Overview

The rapid growth of AI and digitalization is fueling unprecedented demand for data centers that require large, reliable sources of energy. In response to this market trend, the Renewables & Clean Power (R&CP) team have signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas fired power generation facilities in the U.S. Our team is helping the customer progress early-stage development, that would lead to the start of full EPC delivery this year. The candidate will act as the Field Superintendent- Rigging, on the SCGT Portion of the Project in Pecos, Texas. The candidate will locate on a long-term (Camp) assignment to the project in Pecos, TX. This position is contingent upon project award.

Job Summary

The Equipment Superintendent is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient management of construction equipment onsite 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 Bechtel core processes, while maintaining schedules, budgets, and performing general supervisory shop functions.

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.

Auto req ID

486705BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.

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
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

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.

Working Conditions / Other Requirements

Knowledge of OSHA requirements and strong commitment to safe work practices.
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.

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