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 

• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources

• Tuition reimbursement 

• Adoption Assistance  

• Gym Membership Discount Program  

The base pay range for this role is $79,600 – $119,400. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.  This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

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Please make note: 

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. 

• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. 

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. 

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.