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)