Freelance Machine Shop Manager Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Saiia Construction Company LLC is currently hiring for an on-site Shop Manager for a multi-year heavy civil CCR (coal ash remediation) site in Chester, VA. This project will safeguard public health, and support the transition to cleaner energy sources. With many new job opportunities available, come be a part of this important project today!

Position Summary: The Shop Manager is responsible for overseeing all maintenance, repair, and operational readiness of equipment and vehicles on site. This role ensures equipment is properly maintained, safe, and available to support daily operations. The Shop Manager works closely with site leadership, corporate teams, and subcontractors to coordinate preventative maintenance, repairs, and equipment tracking.

Location: Chester, VA

Company Overview

Founded by Sam Saiia as Birmingham Excavating Co. in 1946, the company now known as Saiia Construction is an industrial heavy civil contractor of choice for the power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper markets. With more than 630 pieces of construction machinery in our fleet, over 500 employees, and experience working in 11 states, we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale. As a MasTec Company, we are poised for continued growth and an exciting future!

Saiia Construction is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor). 

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all maintenance and repair activities for site equipment, including:
• Small tools and job site equipment
• Pumps and support equipment
• Dump trucks, sweepers, and water trucks
• Manage all site pickup trucks, including:
• Preventative maintenance (PM) scheduling
• Repairs and inspections
• Ensuring vehicles remain safe and operational
• Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance (PM) schedule for all equipment and vehicles
• Maintain an accurate equipment status log, including:
• Operable equipment
• Inoperable equipment
• Equipment under repair
• Upcoming service needs
• Coordinate with corporate office and subcontractors/vendors (e.g., CAT) for:
• Scheduled services
• Major repairs
• Warranty work
• Supervise and work with the Shop Attendant to:
• Maintain proper inventory of tools and parts
• Ensure shop organization and cleanliness
• Keep critical items stocked
• Ensure all equipment meets safety, inspection, and DOT requirements
• Support operations by ensuring equipment availability aligns with production needs
• Maintain records of:
• Maintenance and repair history
• Equipment downtime
• Service schedules and costs

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma/GED is required 
• Minimum two years of experience in a Shop Manager role with a Construction based organization is preferred.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Construction site and shop setting
• Combination of field and administrative responsibilities
• May require extended hours based on operational needs

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation is commensurate with experience
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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