Working at Knobelsdorff

Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core value. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.

If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.

Job Purpose

This role supports field operations and project delivery across the organization by owning the systems, processes, and infrastructure behind the work—facilities, tools, equipment, inventory, and fleet. You’ll be responsible for leading strategy and execution across asset management, facilities operations, fleet, and inventory programs that directly impact crew productivity, project profitability, and operational reliability. Success in this role means ensuring teams have the right tools, equipment, vehicles, and facilities—ready when needed, accounted for, and costed accurately, all while upholding KE’s commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who takes pride in building scalable systems and thrives in a fast-moving environment, this position is built for you.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Lead day-to-day facilities operations across offices, shops, and yards, including preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and vendor coordination
• Establish and maintain consistent facility standards that support safety, productivity, and employee experience
• Own the full lifecycle of tools and equipment—from procurement and tracking to maintenance, replacement, and retirement
• Ensure field teams have fast access to tools and equipment while driving accountability and reducing loss
• Manage a broad electrical construction equipment footprint, including specialty tooling, lifts, generators, and heavy equipment
• Build and manage inventory controls for parts, pieces, and consumables, including cataloging, min/max levels, and cycle counts
• Own equipment billing and cost recovery processes in Viewpoint Spectrum to ensure timely and accurate job costing
• Oversee tool tracking systems and evaluate improvements or new solutions as the organization scales
• Own the fleet program and lead the transition to a managed fleet service provider, ensuring uptime, safety, and cost control
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing Assets & Facilities team with clear expectations and accountability
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Project Management, Safety, Procurement, and Finance to align support with field needs
• Ensure proper DOT compliance for equipment, including inspections, documentation, and adherence to applicable regulations

Qualifications

You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, think strategically, and lead teams that take pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

• 8–12+ years of experience in assets/equipment, fleet, facilities, inventory, or construction operations
• 3+ years of people leadership experience
• Strong working knowledge of tool and equipment lifecycle management and inventory controls
• Experience managing fleet operations and third-party vendors
• Understanding of job-cost impacts and internal cost recovery
• Experience working with ERP systems; Viewpoint Spectrum experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence field teams without creating unnecessary red tape

Bonus Points

• Experience in an electrical, mechanical, or trades-based contracting environment
• Experience implementing tool tracking or asset management systems
• Fleet certifications or training (NAFA/CAFM or similar)
• Lean or continuous improvement experience (5S, standard work, Kaizen)

Pay Range:

We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.

Pay Range: $110,000 - $150,000 a year

Toal Rewards Statement:

As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

• 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
• HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
• Paid weekly with competitive wages·
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Typical requirements may include:

• Ability to move throughout offices, shops, yards, and jobsites
• Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving of tools, equipment, or materials
• Ability to work in both office and industrial environments
• Ability to occasionally lift to 30 pounds (such as files, office equipment, or training materials).
• Regular verbal communication and active listening in person, virtually, and by phone.

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Knobelsdorff is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

We believe in hiring the best person for the job, period. If you’ve got the skills, work ethic, and mindset to Own It, you’ll find a place here.

If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.

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