FEC Equipment Senior Specialist

Turner Construction Co.; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Co. is seeking an experienced logistics coordinator for equipment operations in Atlanta, GA. The role involves managing inventory and equipment maintenance, ensuring efficient deployment while supporting field operations.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree, significant experience in construction logistics, and strong communication skills. The position requires hands-on work, attention to detail, and proficiency with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in construction or equipment logistics.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Proficient with ERP platforms and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day equipment operations including inventory and logistics.
• Conduct detailed equipment inspections and diagnostics.
• Maintain digital inventory systems for accuracy.

Skills

Construction tools knowledge

Equipment logistics

Warehouse management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Excel

Safety practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree from accredited program

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

Division: First Equipment Company

Project Location(s): Atlanta, GA 30304 USA

Minimum Years Experience:

Travel Involved:

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Experienced

Education:

Job Family: Construction

Compensation: Salaried Exempt

Position Description: Handle critical aspects of equipment logistics, inventory, and maintenance processes for efficient deployment and maintenance of tools, fleet vehicles, and equipment and availability to support field operations. Perform key role in supporting and improving First Equipment Company (FEC) equipment operations.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day coordination of equipment operations including inventory, logistics, and dispatch to job sites.
• Serve as primary liaison between First Equipment Company (FEC) and project/site teams to assess upcoming equipment needs and facilitate and proactively schedule deployment.
• Perform detailed equipment inspections and diagnostics; initiate or coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
• Conduct routine and preventive maintenance tracking to provide compliance with manufacturer and company standards.
• Maintain digital inventory systems; monitor accuracy and make updates in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platforms to foster greater accuracy and process improvements, as needed.
• Provide information to vendors for coordination of equipment servicing, rentals, or procurement, as directed by manager.
• Provide hands‑on support to tool and equipment check‑in/out processes; monitor and track high‑use and critical items.
• Identify and flag under‑utilized or outdated equipment for reallocation, service, or decommissioning.
• Mentor and train FEC staff in procedures, safety practices, and ERP system use.
• Help lead efforts to improve logistics workflows, reduce waste, and optimize equipment availability across multiple projects.
• Maintain and support high standards of organization and cleanliness in equipment yards, shops, and storage areas.
• Maintain and support adherence to company safety standards and equipment handling protocols.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited program, High School Diploma or GED required, and minimum of 4 years of experience, technical training or certifications in construction, equipment logistics, equipment operations, warehouse management, field support, with progressive responsibilities, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Advanced knowledge and/or use of construction tools and equipment, power equipment, small engine diagnostics, fleet vehicles, jobsite logistics, and equipment maintenance requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot and coordinate repairs or maintenance for equipment in field and shop.
• Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment; valid certification required.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills to facilitate logistics coordination and expectations working cross‑functionally with project teams and vendors.
• Detail‑oriented and highly organized with ability to manage concurrent priorities in a fast‑paced environment for self and others.
• Familiar with and committed to follow safety practices related to material handling and equipment operations.
• Familiar with and able to apply continuous improvement concepts, methodologies, and tools.
• Ability to work in hands‑on setting, lift and move heavy equipment, and work outdoors or in warehouse/shop environment.
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, Excel skills, and database applications, equipment tracking systems, inventory platforms, or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platforms strongly preferred.
• Travel required.
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performance of the required duties require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee regularly travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at warehouse or construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.