Equipment Supervisor-Small, Medium and Large Equipment

BUILD Renewables is a nationwide engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company with a dedicated focus on utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems. The company was formed due to the increasing demand for renewables with the objective of assembling high-performing project teams. Our goal is to hire the best people and offer them career opportunities that are unique to the industry. Learn more at www.buildrenew.com. Position Overview The Equipment Supervisor leads day-to-day equipment assignment, tracking, readiness, utilization, and yard support for small, medium, and large equipment across projects. The role directs assigned equipment and yard support staff, coordinates with mechanics, project teams, rental vendors, and logistics providers, and ensures approved inspection, transfer, telematics, and rental processes are followed. The supervisor resolves routine issues, monitors equipment performance and costs, and provides recommendations to the Fleet & Equipment Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee fleet assignments, asset readiness, attachment availability, mobilization, demobilization, and movement among yards, vendors, and project sites.
• Forecast equipment demand with project and construction managers using project schedules, so assets are staged ahead of mobilization.
• Coordinate rental and vendor activity, including quote collection, off-rent timing, returns, invoice review, and service follow-up.
• Maintain accurate records for asset status and location, utilization, inspections, telematics, warranties, serial numbers, and lifecycle stage.
• Conduct periodic physical audits to verify asset location, condition, and record accuracy, and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate approved equipment onboarding and transfers, including asset setup, tagging, registration, and record updates. Identify end-of-life candidates and recommend sale or retirement.
• Monitor telematics data daily to identify idle time, fault codes, service needs, geofence exceptions, misuse, and productivity opportunities.
• Coordinate with project teams, mechanics, logistics providers, vendors, and procurement to resolve issues, schedule inspections, and support transfers.
• Coordinate inspection and maintenance status with the safety team, Maintenance Manager, and mechanics before equipment is assigned or transferred. Route repair issues to maintenance and follow the established release-to-service process.
• Track preventive maintenance schedules and service history, and pursue warranty claims and vendor reimbursements where applicable.
• Investigate equipment damage, loss, theft, and misuse, document root causes, and drive corrective action.
• Prepare utilization, downtime, rental, operating-cost, and lifecycle analyses; recommend equipment redeployment, rent-versus-own options, and replacement timing.
• Build and maintain dashboards and KPIs for utilization, downtime, rental spend, and inspection compliance, and present findings to the Fleet & Equipment Operations Manager and project leadership.
• Support annual equipment budgeting and forecasting, including rental forecasts, replacement schedules, and fleet capital planning.
• Provide day-to-day direction to assigned equipment and yard support staff, setting expectations for accurate asset records, timely reporting, proactive escalation, inspection quality, and communication.
• Train project and field personnel on equipment requests, check-in and check-out, inspections, and telematics procedures.
• Identify process improvements in equipment tracking, inspection, and reporting workflows. Performance Expectations
• Own fleet visibility so leaders can quickly understand asset location, use, condition, and required action.
• Keep asset records audit-ready and reconciled to physical verification so leaders can trust the data.
• Translate inspection, telematics, maintenance, and project data into recommendations for redeployment, rental reduction, replacement, and corrective action.
• Improve utilization, reduce unnecessary rentals, deliver timely and reliable reporting, and help teams anticipate equipment needs before they become schedule risks.
• Resolve equipment issues quickly and escalate risks early so project schedules are not delayed.
• Ensure inspections, records, and warranty documentation are complete and meet safety and regulatory requirements.
• Meet or exceed targets set with the Fleet & Equipment Operations Manager for utilization, inspection compliance, data accuracy, and rental spend.
• Model safe practices and hold the team accountable to company safety policies and equipment inspection standards.
• Build trusted relationships with project teams, vendors, and maintenance partners, serving as the go-to source for equipment availability and status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, equipment management, operations, logistics, data analytics, business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Ten or more years of experience in fleet operations, asset management, construction logistics, equipment maintenance coordination, rental coordination, inspections, or project-based equipment support.
• Experience with construction equipment, attachments, support vehicles, trailers, and specialty assets in civil, renewable energy, utility, or large-scale construction.
• Strong knowledge of telematics, tracking systems, inspection workflows, utilization reporting, GPS data, asset records, and lifecycle management.
• Ability to identify underused assets, recommend transfers, support rent-versus-own decisions, and communicate findings clearly to both field crews and executive leadership.
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills, with the ability to analyze large data sets and prioritize across multiple sites.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and influence cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Working knowledge of equipment safety, inspection, and transport requirements, including trailers and heavy-haul moves.
• Preferred: experience with equipment management or telematics platforms and business intelligence tools.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites. Working Conditions
• Combination of office-based and remote work
• Travel up to 50%
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Regular visits to warehouses, yards, and active construction sites, with exposure to outdoor weather, heat, dust, and noise
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) on job sites
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods
• Occasional extended hours or weekend work to support mobilization and project deadlines What We Offer
• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for advancement
• On-the-job training and mentorship
• Performance bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Status: Full-time (Exempt) Salary / Pay Range: $115,000 - $150,000 annually Location: Corporate Office (Mendota Heights, MN) BUILD Renewables, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process due to disability, please contact us at hr@buildrenew.com.