Sr Fleet Field Services Manager - Energy
- Pearland, TX, United States
- Baton Rouge, LA, United States
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Job details
- Experience
- 10+ years of heavy equipment and rolling stock repair experience, including hands-on field mechanic work.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Overview:
The Sr Fleet Field Services Manager – Energy leads all field fleet service activity across the Primoris Energy segment. The role oversees the Field Fleet Managers for the Pipeline, Renewables, Power and Site Civil groups and makes sure heavy equipment and rolling stock in the field are safe, ready and supported wherever operations need them.
Fleet's customer is operations. This leader builds a strong field presence, empowers field managers to make decisions, and holds the standard: keep operations running, safely, and spend every dollar like it's our own.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Field Service Leadership
- Direct all field fleet service activity for the Energy segment's Pipeline, Renewables, Power and Site Civil groups.
- Set field service standards, processes and expectations so every group runs the same playbook.
- Visit project sites regularly to inspect equipment condition, review field mechanic work and meet with project leadership.
- Act as the senior escalation point for major breakdowns, critical repairs and equipment downtime affecting production.
Customer focus - Operations
- Build strong working relationships with Energy business unit operations leaders, superintendents and project managers.
- Attend project kickoffs and planning meetings to plan field service coverage, mechanics, service trucks and support equipment.
- Respond quickly to operations' needs and resolve service issues with a "whatever it takes" mindset.
Repair and Maintenance
- Oversee diagnosis and repair of heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, side booms, loaders, trenchers, pile drivers, cranes) and rolling stock (pickups, service trucks, tractors, trailers, lowboys).
- Make repair-vs-replace, in-field vs. shop and rental decisions to minimize downtime and cost.
- Partner with the Sr Service Manager, PM Compliance to make sure preventive maintenance is completed on schedule in the field.
- Coordinate with facility Fleet Services Managers on shop repairs, rebuilds and equipment moves.
- Work with the Segment Parts Coordinator to keep field parts flowing through the Gearflow process.
Cost, Data, and Compliance
- Review and approve field repair costs, outside vendor work and overtime within approved authority.
- Track and report field KPIs: downtime, response time, PM completion, repair cost and mechanic utilization.
- Make sure work orders, hours, inspections and repair records are entered accurately in fleet and telematics systems.
- Make sure field fleet work meets DOT, OSHA, MSHA (where applicable), EPA and Primoris safety requirements.
- Manage warranty claims and dealer/vendor relationships for field repairs.
People and Growth
- Help recruit, hire and onboard field mechanics as the segment grows its field presence.
- Develop field managers and mechanics through coaching, training plans and career paths.
- Hold teams accountable for safety, quality and productivity; complete performance reviews.
- Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities This position reports to the Director of Fleet Services – Energy.
- Direct reports: Field Fleet Manager – Pipeline; Field Fleet Manager – Renewables; Field Fleet Manager – Power; Field Fleet Manager – Site Civil.
- Indirect reports: field mechanics, field service truck operators, welders/fabricators and other field fleet personnel in each group.
- Has authority to hire, train, discipline and recommend termination, consistent with Primoris HR policy.
Qualifications:
Education and certifications
- High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational degree in diesel or heavy equipment technology preferred.
- ASE, OEM (CAT, John Deere, Komatsu, etc.) or equivalent certifications preferred.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required; CDL Class A required.
- OSHA 30 preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Experience
- 10+ years of heavy equipment and rolling stock repair experience, including hands-on field mechanic work.
- 5+ years leading field or shop fleet teams, ideally managing managers across multiple sites.
- Experience in pipeline, renewables, power, utility or heavy civil construction strongly preferred.
Knowledge and skills
- Extensive knowledge of heavy equipment and rolling stock repairs: diesel engines, hydraulics, powertrains, undercarriage, electrical systems and emissions (Tier 4 / DEF / DPF).
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to make fast, sound repair decisions in the field.
- Working knowledge of DOT regulations, fleet maintenance systems and telematics.
- Ability to read and manage repair budgets, cost reports and KPI dashboards.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and mobile work order tools.
- Clear communicator who builds trust with operations leaders and field crews alike.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
Physical Demands, Travel and Work Environment
- Travel: 80% or greater, including overnight and extended stays at remote project sites; travel by vehicle and air.
- Lifting: Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
- Must be able to stand, walk, climb onto equipment, kneel, crawl and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
- Work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, mud and dust on active construction sites.
- Exposure to heavy moving equipment, noise, fumes and elevated work; required PPE must be worn at all times.
- Must be available for after-hours calls and weekend work during critical breakdowns.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen, background check and DOT physical (if applicable), and comply with Primoris safety and drug & alcohol policies.
Success Measures:
Success looks like equipment that's ready when operations needs it, at a cost we'd pay if it were our own money. This role is measured on:
- Safety
- Recordable and lost-time incidents for field fleet personnel
- Equipment availability
- % of field fleet ready to work when scheduled
- Breakdown response time
- Hours from call to mechanic on site
- PM completion
- % of field PMs completed on schedule
- Repair cost
- Field repair cost per machine hour / per unit vs. budget
- Mechanic utilization
- Billable / wrench hours vs. available hours
- Operations satisfaction
- Feedback from Energy business unit project leaders
- Targets to be set with the Director of Fleet Services – Energy.
Company Overview:
Primoris Services Corporation is a premier specialty contractor providing critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada. Built on a foundation of trust, we deliver a range of engineering, construction, and maintenance services that power, connect, and enhance society. On projects spanning utility-scale solar, renewables, power delivery, communications, and transportation infrastructure, we offer unmatched value to our clients, a safe and entrepreneurial culture to our employees, and innovation and excellence to our communities. To learn more, visit www.prim.com and follow us on social media at @PrimorisServicesCorporation.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
- Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
- 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
- Pet coverage for your furry friends.
- Legal assistance coverage.
- Award-winning safety programs.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Agency Statement
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.
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