Senior Equipment Specialist - Crane Maintenance and Asset Management

Senior Specialist – Crane Maintenance and Asset Management

SUMMARY 

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Specialist – Crane Maintenance and Asset Management 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

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 

• Provide work direction to Associate and Specialist team members. 

• 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 minimum of 4 years of equipment fleet or rental management experience OR minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

• Experience as a service manager, fleet manager, or similar role strongly preferred.

• Crane-specific experience valued but not required.

• Experience leading or mentoring team members preferred.

• Strong knowledge of equipment maintenance programs and vendor coordination.

• Demonstrated ability to navigate and resolve multi-party conflicts in a professional and solutions-oriented manner.

• Telematics is preferred, not required. 

• Rental management system experience preferred. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Excellent organizational and planning skills, with proven ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong communication skills, with ability to influence and support diverse project teams.

• Willingness to travel 25-50% to jobsites and vendor locations.

• Positive, professional attitude with a commitment to safety and quality.

A few benefits offered include: 

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage 

• Dental plan 

• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match

• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves 

• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance 

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