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Job Title: Operations Manager

Job Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

A growing equipment supplier serving contractors across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island is seeking a proactive and innovative Operations Manager to lead and optimize daily operations. The company specializes in compact and light construction equipment, offering rentals, sales, parts, and service to clients in the road/bridge, utility, concrete, and excavation industries.

With a boutique approach to customer service, the team is known for personalized support, deep industry knowledge, and long-term client relationships. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Position Summary

The Operations Manager will work closely with ownership to drive continuous improvement through technology integration, policy development, and operational efficiency. This hands-on leadership role involves managing people, processes, and equipment to ensure smooth and scalable operations.

Key Responsibilities

+ Collaborate with leadership to implement new technologies and process improvements

+ Help shape company policies and procedures to enhance productivity and workplace culture

+ Oversee the rental fleet, ensuring equipment is properly maintained, tracked, and utilized

+ Manage equipment inventory, including audits and forecasting needs

+ Handle purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement records

+ Source and evaluate vendors for quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability

+ Lead vendor negotiations and manage ongoing relationships

+ Supervise a team of 3–5 employees, providing coaching and performance feedback

+ Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment

+ Identify and implement operational improvements

+ Ensure compliance with safety standards and internal policies

What’s Offered

+ 401(k) with company match

+ Health, vision, and life insurance

+ Paid time off

+ Supportive, tight-knit team culture

+ Opportunity to represent top-tier equipment brands and contribute to industry growth

Qualifications

+ Proven experience in operations, logistics, or equipment management (rental industry experience a plus)

+ Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

+ Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities

+ Experience with vendor management and contract negotiation

+ Proficiency with technology tools and systems, with a focus on identifying and implementing new solutions

Skills & Experience

+ Service, troubleshooting, field service, mechanical repair

+ Customer service and service management

+ Operations management and dispatch coordination

+ Inventory control, purchase orders, and parts management

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

+ Experience with construction equipment is a plus

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of South Windsor, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

hat We Offer

401(k) with company matchHealth, vision, and life insurancePaid time offA supportive, tight-knit team that values hard work and integrityThe opportunity to represent top-tier equipment brands and make a real impact in the construction industry

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in South Windsor,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.