Job ID: 522110

Pike Industries, Inc., a subsidiary and integral part of CRH, is a leading Highway Contractor and the largest producer of Hot Mix Asphalt and Construction Aggregates in New England. Pike has experienced continual growth over the years and currently employs nearly 1,000 people throughout NH, ME and VT. The dedication, knowledge, and quality workmanship of our employees is what makes the company such a great success. If you’re looking for a challenging career at a company that will reward your efforts, look no further. Take the first step and apply for an exciting opportunity to gain top notch industry experience and pave the road to your success. All Roads Lead Here!

Position Overview

The Director of Equipment will oversee all facets of the Equipment divisions and personnel by performing the following duties and will lead by example by demonstrating the core competencies required for the position:

Location: This role can be based out of New Hampshire, Maine or Vermont

Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
Cultivates Innovation: Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
Attracts Top Talent: Attracting and selecting the best talent to meet current and future business needs.
Develops Talent: Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals.
Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shares objectives.
Drives Vision and Purpose: Painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.
Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Being Resilient: Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
Strategic Mindset: Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.
Courage: Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

Ensure engagement of equipment team in all safety best practices, ensure compliance with all company policies and safety rules; participate in safety meetings and toolbox talks.
Assist with annual training programs.
Ensure all maintenance facilities and personal are in compliance with MSHA, OSHA, and DOT regulations at all times.
Ensure that all maintenance facilities are neat, clean and in safe condition.
Conduct annual evaluations of direct reports timely and accurately and work to develop succession plans for key personnel
Oversee and manage all equipment operations within Pike Industries.
Create and manage annual budget for Equipment Division (including projected hours of utilization, hourly rates, maintenance budget “parts, labor, fuel, depreciation, etc.”).
Maintain cost control for large purchases (repairs, rebuilds, tools, building R&M).
Prepare annual rolling stock cap-ex and cost analysis.
Manage and monitor equipment utilization and unbilled equipment hours.
Dispose of unneeded/underutilized equipment.
Oversee and approve all seasonal and long-term rentals/leases.
Ensure all shops are in compliance with AMAT shop accounting practices.
Maintain strong communication within all divisions of Pike to ensure equipment needs are met.
Continually work on five-year cap-ex plans to right size the fleet and reduce cost.
Work closely with all equipment manufactures to keep up with new technology.

Safety

Oversee and participate in safety committee meetings/activities, toolbox talks, risk assessment activities, and other Company policies and key initiatives.
Responsible for ensuring employees are engaged in safety and assessing risks
Promote a safe work environment and ensure regulatory compliance with OSHA, MUTCD Manual and applicable DOT specifications.
Implement and promote the Corporate Safety, Health & Environmental Plan; apply to field operations on various projects.
Adhere to any and all state and federal regulations, if applicable, as set forth by the US Department of Transportation (DOT), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), or any other regulatory agency.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assist with Interviewing and hiring process as necessary.
Planning, assigning, and directing work.
Willingness to develop subordinates’ technical and leadership skills and make recommendations for new job opportunities when appropriate.
Effective management of employee performance through coaching, feedback (written and verbal), rewards, and discipline when necessary.
Appraising performance, including annual evaluations and evaluations.
Addressing complaints and resolving problems in a timely manner.
Lead by example.
Ability to get work done through others using effective delegation, scheduling, and time management practices.

Additional Responsibilities

Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Environmental, Health & Safety Manual.
Strict adherence to Pike policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Manual.
Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Requirements

Ability to read and interpret documents such as reports, employee and safety manuals. Ability to rite routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, staff, customers and the general public.
Ability to define problems, collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Must be able to work with Profit & Loss Statements

Physical Requirements

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near heavy equipment and trucks and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Traffic patterns and traveling public are included in work environment.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

What CRH Offers You

Highly competitive base pay of $145,000 to $175,000 with annual bonus potential.
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Pike Industries, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH 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, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Work Location: In person

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