GMB POWER LINE SERVICES, LLC
Equipment and Inventory Manager
GMB POWER LINE SERVICES, LLC, Charleston, West Virginia, us, 25329
Pay Range
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Base pay range: $68,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr
Company Overview GMB Powerline Services is a family-owned and operated utility contractor based in West Virginia, proudly supporting our IBEW workforce. We deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality utility construction and storm restoration services nationwide. Our crews and corporate team work as a close-knit unit, grounded in our values of Safety, Reliability, Quality, and Community. With a growing fleet and dedicated staff, we are committed to going the extra mile for the communities we serve.
Position Summary The Equipment & Inventory Manager oversees the full lifecycle of tools, equipment, and inventory supporting operations. This position develops and enforces equipment and tooling policies, ensures accurate tracking and documentation, and maintains compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and customer-specific standards. The role manages tool crib operations, coordinates inspections, testing, and calibration, and supports procurement activities for tools, parts, and fleet-related supplies. The Equipment & Inventory Manager is also responsible for budgeting, vendor management, and cost-control strategies that promote efficiency and operational readiness. This role also provides leadership and direction to tooling and shop staff, ensuring proper training in equipment use, care, safety, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Tooling Strategy & Management: develop and implement tooling policies, procedures, and standards for electric utility operations; maintain accurate records of all tools, calibration schedules, and certifications; forecast tooling needs based on project pipeline and operational requirements.
Inventory Control & Logistics: oversee tool crib operations, including issuance, returns, and tracking; implement systems for tool tracking (RFID/barcode) to minimize loss and downtime; manage vendor relationships for tooling procurement and repairs; assist with procurement of parts and supplies for the fleet team.
Safety & Compliance: ensure all tools are routinely tested and meet OSHA, ANSI, and utility-specific safety standards; perform/coordinate regular inspections, testing, and calibration of specialized equipment; maintain compliance documentation for audits and client requirements; prepare and manage tooling budget, including capital expenditures and maintenance costs; identify opportunities for cost savings through standardization and preventive maintenance; supervise tooling technicians and warehouse staff; provide training on proper tool use, care, testing and safety protocols.
Job Type & Compensation
Salary commensurate with experience.
Health Insurance Options.
Life Insurance Options.
Full‑Time, Hourly (Non‑Exempt) – Overtime Eligible.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
Frequent standing, bending, and work in confined spaces.
Exposure to varying weather conditions.
Live within one hour of the Sissonville GMB yard.
Schedule
Varies due to nature of industry (Mon‑Fri).
Occasional weekend hours required.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Senior level Associate
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Product Management
Utilities
GMB Powerline Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
GMB Powerline Services does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from outside recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party firms. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered unsolicited and the property of GMB Powerline Services, with no fees payable.
We hire directly and encourage all interested candidates to apply through our official job postings.
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Base pay range: $68,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr
Company Overview GMB Powerline Services is a family-owned and operated utility contractor based in West Virginia, proudly supporting our IBEW workforce. We deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality utility construction and storm restoration services nationwide. Our crews and corporate team work as a close-knit unit, grounded in our values of Safety, Reliability, Quality, and Community. With a growing fleet and dedicated staff, we are committed to going the extra mile for the communities we serve.
Position Summary The Equipment & Inventory Manager oversees the full lifecycle of tools, equipment, and inventory supporting operations. This position develops and enforces equipment and tooling policies, ensures accurate tracking and documentation, and maintains compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and customer-specific standards. The role manages tool crib operations, coordinates inspections, testing, and calibration, and supports procurement activities for tools, parts, and fleet-related supplies. The Equipment & Inventory Manager is also responsible for budgeting, vendor management, and cost-control strategies that promote efficiency and operational readiness. This role also provides leadership and direction to tooling and shop staff, ensuring proper training in equipment use, care, safety, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Tooling Strategy & Management: develop and implement tooling policies, procedures, and standards for electric utility operations; maintain accurate records of all tools, calibration schedules, and certifications; forecast tooling needs based on project pipeline and operational requirements.
Inventory Control & Logistics: oversee tool crib operations, including issuance, returns, and tracking; implement systems for tool tracking (RFID/barcode) to minimize loss and downtime; manage vendor relationships for tooling procurement and repairs; assist with procurement of parts and supplies for the fleet team.
Safety & Compliance: ensure all tools are routinely tested and meet OSHA, ANSI, and utility-specific safety standards; perform/coordinate regular inspections, testing, and calibration of specialized equipment; maintain compliance documentation for audits and client requirements; prepare and manage tooling budget, including capital expenditures and maintenance costs; identify opportunities for cost savings through standardization and preventive maintenance; supervise tooling technicians and warehouse staff; provide training on proper tool use, care, testing and safety protocols.
Job Type & Compensation
Salary commensurate with experience.
Health Insurance Options.
Life Insurance Options.
Full‑Time, Hourly (Non‑Exempt) – Overtime Eligible.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
Frequent standing, bending, and work in confined spaces.
Exposure to varying weather conditions.
Live within one hour of the Sissonville GMB yard.
Schedule
Varies due to nature of industry (Mon‑Fri).
Occasional weekend hours required.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Senior level Associate
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Product Management
Utilities
GMB Powerline Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
GMB Powerline Services does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from outside recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party firms. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered unsolicited and the property of GMB Powerline Services, with no fees payable.
We hire directly and encourage all interested candidates to apply through our official job postings.
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