Assistant Field Operations Manager

Field Operations & Project Management

• Assist field supervisors with planning, coordinating, and overseeing multiple active projects.

• Assign personnel and resources, monitor job progress, and ensure work meets deadlines, budgets, and customer requirements.

• Provide on-site guidance, coaching, and operational support to field teams.

• Participate in emergency service assignments and coordinate personnel and equipment as needed.

• Conduct field visits to assess job-site safety, work quality, and overall productivity.

• Identify operational challenges, evaluate potential risks, and implement corrective solutions.

• Ensure field activities comply with applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations.

Team Leadership & Employee Development

• Guide, train, and mentor field supervisors and employees.

• Assist with recruitment, employee evaluations, performance management, and ongoing development.

• Promote accountability, teamwork, and adherence to company policies.

• Support workforce scheduling and staffing requirements.

Administrative & Operational Oversight

• Assist with departmental budgets, labor planning, and operational forecasts.

• Review and maintain accurate payroll records, labor hours, equipment usage, and project documentation.

• Monitor equipment condition and coordinate maintenance, repairs, or replacement when necessary.

• Maintain productive relationships with customers, field partners, and regulatory representatives.

• Participate in customer meetings, industry events, and business development activities to support continued growth.

• Previous experience in field operations, heavy equipment, transportation, or a related industry.

• Strong working knowledge of DOT and FRA regulations.

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) required.

• Demonstrated experience supervising employees and managing field operations.

• Hands-on experience operating heavy equipment, including cranes, trucks, and excavators.

• Ability to interpret crane load charts and understand rigging requirements.

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to coach employees, provide direction, and address performance concerns.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn company-specific operational software.

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

• Willingness and ability to complete required safety training and certification programs.

• Frequent overnight travel is required, including assignments outside the local area.

• Must remain available for emergency calls and be able to report to an assignment within one hour.

• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions and physically demanding environments.

• Flexibility to work extended schedules, including weekends and holidays when operational needs arise.

• Active, hands-on role requiring frequent walking and time spent at field locations.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Starting salary: $100,000 per year, with higher compensation available depending on experience.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Professional training and certification opportunities.

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.