Heavy Construction Equipment Superintendent ($5,000 Sign-on)

Meridian ContractingTucson, AZ, US

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Job Description

️ Heavy Equipment Superintendent ($5,000 sign-on bonus!)

Lead fleet & equipment operations across civil & industrial projects

Location : Arizona or New Mexico (regional travel required) | Type : Full-time

About the Opportunity :

Meridian Engineering is a heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure across Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado. Our Equipment Division powers every project—managing the fleet of earthmoving machines, trucks, trailers, and small tools that keep our field operations moving.

As Heavy Equipment Superintendent, you’ll oversee the full lifecycle of our equipment : acquisition, inspection, dispatch, repair, maintenance, and cost tracking. This leadership role ensures that Meridian’s teams always have safe, reliable equipment at the ready—maximizing uptime, minimizing downtime, and protecting one of the company’s most critical investments.

✅ Successful Team Members in This Role Will…

Lead mechanics and equipment support staff with clear expectations and accountability
Oversee inspection, repair, and preventive maintenance of heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, and small tools
Manage equipment dispatch and allocation to projects, balancing availability with jobsite needs
Track costs, fuel, and utilization to optimize lifecycle value and budget adherence
Establish and enforce standards for safety, compliance, and DOT / CDL requirements
Build vendor relationships for rentals, purchases, and service agreements
Partner with project superintendents to anticipate equipment needs and reduce delays

️ A Day in the Life of a Superintendent :

Begin with a status check on fleet health, open repairs, and mechanic assignments

Coordinate with project leadership to schedule equipment dispatch and mobilizations

Conduct field visits to inspect equipment, confirm safety standards, and support operators

Approve work orders, review cost reports, and validate vendor invoices

Mentor mechanics and technicians, reinforcing proactive maintenance practices

Wrap up with reporting on utilization, downtime, and upcoming service schedules

Measurements of Success :

Reduced downtime and increased uptime across fleet

Preventive maintenance completed on schedule

Projects consistently equipped with the right machines, tools, and trucks

Mechanics and staff meeting safety, quality, and performance expectations

Equipment costs tracked accurately and aligned with budgets

Qualifications :

5+ years of experience in heavy equipment operations, fleet management, or equipment maintenance supervision

Strong knowledge of CAT, Deere, Komatsu, or similar equipment lines

Demonstrated leadership of mechanics, technicians, or field support staff

Understanding of DOT / CDL regulations, load securement, and equipment transport

Proven ability to manage costs, track utilization, and forecast equipment needs

Excellent communication skills for working with vendors, crews, and project leaders

Ability to travel regionally between Arizona and New Mexico projects

Meridian hires versatile builders who take ownership of their equipment, safety, and results. If you’re ready to elevate field operations across Arizona and New Mexico, we want to hear from you.

Company Description

Meridian Engineering / Meridian Contracting

Safety | Quality | Schedule

At Meridian, we’re more than a general contractor — we’re builders of infrastructure that matter. Since 2003, we’ve been driven by a simple mission : deliver critical civil and industrial construction with integrity, technical excellence, and a relentless focus on safety. Based in the Southwest and with offices across Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado, we are uniquely positioned to take on projects that shape communities and enable growth.

What We Do

We specialize in large-scale infrastructure across sectors such as :

Flood control and stormwater systems

Heavy civil roadways and earthwork

Industrial and specialty infrastructure

Municipal, state, and federal projects

Whether it’s a complex industrial installation, a municipal waterway, or large earthmoving mobilization, we deliver turnkey infrastructure solutions from concept through execution.

Why Meridian Is a Great Place to Work

Impactful Work — You’ll contribute to projects that literally move communities forward.

Growth & Learning — We pursue challenging, diverse scopes that push our teams to develop new skills and technical depth.

Core Values That Matter — Safety is foundational. Quality is nonnegotiable. We hold schedule commitments seriously.

Team & Culture — You’ll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team empowered to take ownership.

Stability & Ambition — With more than two decades in business, deep industry partnerships, and expanding operations, we combine the security of an established company with the momentum of a growing enterprise.

Southwest Roots, Statewide Reach — Our roots are in Tucson, AZ, but our work spans multiple states. That gives team members exposure to varied environments and project types.

Join Us

At Meridian, we value integrity, grit, and craftsmanship. If you’re someone who wants to build meaningful infrastructure, improve communities, and be part of a team that takes pride in every project, we’d love to hear from you.

Company Description

Meridian Engineering / Meridian Contracting\r\nSafety | Quality | Schedule\r\n\r\nAt Meridian, we’re more than a general contractor — we’re builders of infrastructure that matter. Since 2003, we’ve been driven by a simple mission : deliver critical civil and industrial construction with integrity, technical excellence, and a relentless focus on safety. Based in the Southwest and with offices across Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado, we are uniquely positioned to take on projects that shape communities and enable growth.\r\n\r\nWhat We Do\r\n\r\n+ We specialize in large-scale infrastructure across sectors such as : \r\n+ Flood control and stormwater systems\r\n+ Heavy civil roadways and earthwork\r\n+ Industrial and specialty infrastructure\r\n+ Municipal, state, and federal projects\r\n\r\nWhether it’s a complex industrial installation, a municipal waterway, or large earthmoving mobilization, we deliver turnkey infrastructure solutions from concept through execution.\r\n\r\nWhy Meridian Is a Great Place to Work\r\n\r\n+ Impactful Work — You’ll contribute to projects that literally move communities forward.\r\n+ Growth & Learning — We pursue challenging, diverse scopes that push our teams to develop new skills and technical depth.\r\n+ Core Values That Matter — Safety is foundational. Quality is nonnegotiable. We hold schedule commitments seriously.\r\n+ Team & Culture — You’ll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team empowered to take ownership.\r\n+ Stability & Ambition — With more than two decades in business, deep industry partnerships, and expanding operations, we combine the security of an established company with the momentum of a growing enterprise.\r\n\r\nSouthwest Roots, Statewide Reach — Our roots are in Tucson, AZ, but our work spans multiple states. That gives team members exposure to varied environments and project types.\r\n\r\nJoin Us\r\n\r\nAt Meridian, we value integrity, grit, and craftsmanship. If you’re someone who wants to build meaningful infrastructure, improve communities, and be part of a team that takes pride in every project, we’d love to hear from you.

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