Job Description Senior Equipment Specialist - Cranes SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Equipment Specialist - Cranes to join our Equipment Solutions Operating Group. Based at our Minneapolis Headquarters, this role provides tier-2 subject matter expertise and support for Mortenson's owned and re-rented cranes. The position will oversee crane fleet deployment, maintenance, utilization, and asset tracking, serving as the key resource for project and crane superintendents when high-level support is required. This role requires regular travel (25-50%) to Mortenson project sites and vendor locations to provide hands-on inspection, coordination, and resolution of maintenance issues.
Location:
Minneapolis, MN (in office 5 days/week)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate, track, and execute maintenance and utilization plans for Mortenson-owned cranes. Manage crane assignments, location tracking, transportation between jobsites, and winter storage planning. Monitor annual certifications, preventative maintenance schedules, and repair work. Track and support maintenance of Mortenson crane support equipment, including jibs, wire rope, track pads, lights, data loggers, spare part supplies, crane mats, and other associated inventory items. Serve as the point of contact for project and crane superintendents needing advanced maintenance or troubleshooting support. Track downed cranes, document issues, monitor repair status, and communicate path to resolution. Conduct trend analysis and provide feedback to operators to prevent recurring issues. Coordinate with vendors to expedite repairs, secure parts, or identify replacement equipment. Inspect Mortenson-owned cranes and equipment on project sites and at vendor facilities. Provide subject matter expertise to other Equipment Specialists and support integration of crane-related maintenance data into associated systems. Partner with project teams to ensure crane availability and reliability for project schedules. Draft vendor lease agreements and contracts Participate in equipment facility safety program, including environmental surveys and responsibility for Mortenson's Zero Injury policy. Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of rental equipment, construction, and/or related professional experience or 4+ years of the same relevant experience Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) skills Superior attention to detail and accuracy Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills Ability to assess and prioritize multiple customer needs Working knowledge of purchasing/rental processes and procedures Strong organization and planning skills Ability to influence Active listening skills and effective communication, open to diverse input and feedback Ability to travel 25-50% to jobsites and vendor locations Experience with billing software (preferred)
Salary Not Specified Location MN United States Job Overview Job Posted:
13 hours ago
Job Expires:
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