Small Tools Admin

About the role

This position is responsible for delivering excellent customer service to internal and external customers while supporting efficient, safe, and profitable small tools operations. The role ensures optimal inventory and supply levels through effective planning, execution, and continuous process improvement. Additionally, this position supports the small tools function by applying mechanical knowledge, inventory management practices, and business awareness to drive operational efficiency and value to construction projects, consistent with Company policies and procedures.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Provide timely, high-quality support by understanding project needs and ensuring availability of tools and consumables

• Support project teams and crews to enable efficient execution of work

• Manage inbound/outbound communications, requests, and general support activities

• Develop and maintain processes for tool distribution (call-in, pick-up, delivery)

• Review project documentation to anticipate tool and supply needs

• Maintain accurate inventory and pricing in Trakquip for tools, consumables, and equipment

• Monitor usage, demand, and costs to optimize inventory levels and cost efficiency

• Manage procurement and stocking of tools and supplies

• Maintain foreman toolkits, including contents, tracking, and billing accountability

• Oversee jobsite toolkits and rental equipment (e.g., message boards, barricades) to ensure availability and condition

• Process invoices, internal tags, and billing to support accurate financial tracking

• Coverage of jobsite toolkits and rental equipment (e.g., message boards, barricades) to ensure availability and condition

• Coordinate and perform pick-up and delivery of tools and supplies, ensuring timeliness and safety

• Support cost control by monitoring tool usage, expenses, and billing accuracy

• Maintain proper billing and cost recovery for tools, consumables, and services

• Contribute to purchasing decisions with consideration of cost, value, and operational needs

• Utilize systems (e.g., Trakquip) to maintain accurate data and improve operational efficiency

• Identify and support improvements in processes, tools, and technologies

• Stay informed on advancements in tools and equipment to support effective operations

• Afford assistance with facility upkeep (e.g., yard, warehouse, equipment areas, systems such as HVAC, gates, alarms)

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

• Support compliance with safety and operational standards

Position Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with craft and project teams to support operational needs

• Strong understanding of inventory management, purchasing, and tool utilization

• Working knowledge of small tool operation, maintenance, and repair

• Ability to operate in a high-production environment with strong attention to accuracy and detail

• Demonstrated decision-making, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Bachelor’s degree a plus

Work Experience

• 2-4 years small tools and Construction experience a plus

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of computer software i.e. Microsoft Office

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Valid driver’s license and clean DMV record

• Ability to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis

• A team player

Our Benefits

At a Glance Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more. Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately. Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

Base Salary Range

$45,804.00 - $68,705.00

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.