How to hire an equipment manager

How to hire an equipment manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step equipment manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an equipment manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new equipment manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The equipment manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them an equipment manager to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire an equipment manager that fits the bill.

   The following list breaks down different types of equipment managers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Equipment Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Equipment Manager		$14-62
   Section Chief	A section chief's job varies with the type of organization. In most cases, a section chief is the head of a given section in an organization that is tasked with performing certain duties... Show more	$17-78
   Technical Supervisor	A technical supervisor is a leader who offers hands-on leadership for the staff members. Technical supervisors oversee employee performance in a certain department of the organization... Show more	$30-60

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Equipment Maintenance
   • Equipment Room
   • Logistics
   • Equipment Management
   • Equipment Inventory
   • Student Athletes
   • Inventory Control
   • Construction Equipment
   • Equipment Operation
   • NCAA
   • Equipment Repair
   • PowerPoint
   • Athletic Equipment
   • Troubleshoot

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Coordinate and manage all rental equipment for project including maintenance, rental, procurement and logistics
   • Manage and track progress of multiple automation retrofit projects going on simultaneously on manufacturing floor.
   • Implement and now managing a computer base preventative maintenance and unplan maintenance standardize process utilizing Directline/Megamation - CMMS.
   • Non-Commission officer in charge of the biomedical equipment repair shop.
   • Conduct NWA system-wide, internal, external station safety audits, monitor NWA/ FAA safety policies procedures.
   • Mobilize and demobilize 22' TBM in 150' to 250' deep shafts.

   More equipment manager duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your equipment manager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An equipment manager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, equipment managers' average salary in south carolina is 51% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level equipment managers 77% less than senior-level equipment managers.
   • Certifications. An equipment manager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an equipment manager's salary.

   Average equipment manager salary

   $62,974yearly

   $30.28 hourly rate

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   Entry-level equipment manager salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average equipment manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$103,582	$50
   2	New Jersey	$91,143	$44
   3	Massachusetts	$89,858	$43
   4	New York	$83,074	$40
   5	Michigan	$81,603	$39
   6	Oregon	$81,332	$39
   7	Ohio	$79,980	$38
   8	Texas	$74,978	$36
   9	Illinois	$74,906	$36
   10	Utah	$74,429	$36
   11	Missouri	$69,080	$33
   12	North Dakota	$69,033	$33
   13	Wyoming	$68,721	$33
   14	Virginia	$62,487	$30
   15	Arizona	$61,484	$30
   16	Montana	$59,560	$29
   17	Colorado	$58,872	$28
   18	Nebraska	$58,289	$28
   19	North Carolina	$56,231	$27
   20	Tennessee	$51,823	$25

   Average equipment manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	BJ Energy Solutions	$157,727	$75.83
   2	Micron Technology	$131,491	$63.22	50
   3	Pioneer Natural Resources	$128,264	$61.67
   4	Skyworks Solutions	$125,722	$60.44	3
   5	FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies	$125,609	$60.39	6
   6	Tesla	$120,322	$57.85	32
   7	Rivian	$116,668	$56.09	2
   8	Intel	$114,549	$55.07
   9	FUJIFILM Medical Systems USA	$103,932	$49.97	12
   10	Entegris	$99,191	$47.69
   11	Northrop Grumman	$99,125	$47.66	12
   12	Mayo Clinic	$94,475	$45.42	11
   13	GlobalFoundries	$91,424	$43.95	2
   14	Cook Children's Medical Center	$90,882	$43.69	3
   15	Harvard University	$90,861	$43.68
   16	Champions Oncology	$90,801	$43.65
   17	Los Alamos National Laboratory	$89,720	$43.13	1
   18	Bank of America	$88,779	$42.68
   19	Psg	$86,685	$41.68	6
   20	Littelfuse	$83,262	$40.03

4. Writing an equipment manager job description

   An equipment manager job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of an equipment manager job description:

   Equipment manager job description example

   
   

   Summary: Columbia Country Club is seeking a highly motivated Golf Course Equipment Manager to join the team. The 2022 season will be highlighted by the coversion to Tahoma-31 fairways. This unique opportunity will allow firsthand renovation experience at one of the most storied clubs in the country. The fairway renovation follows the renovation of bunkers and irrigation system completed this past Spring.

   Located in Chevy Chase, MD, and founded in 1898, Columbia Country Club is one of the most historic clubs in the country. Columbia has a long history of hosting Championships including the USGA Girls' Junior Championship this past July, 2003 USGA Junior Amateur Championship, 1921 U.S. Open, and multiple regional Championships as well. The golf course is well known for its rolling terrain and championship poa annua greens.

   
   

   Job Description: The Equipment Manager reports to the Golf Course Superintendent and oversees a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for the golf course assets. This program includes the diagnostics and repair of failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment, and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment or service. The equipment manager properly communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to the superintendent and schedules and directs the work assignments of the assistant equipment manager. The equipment manager places safety as a top priority and is responsible for maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building.

   
   

   Ideal Candidate Attributes:

   -Degree from an accredited 2 or 4-year college program preffered

   -Ability to work independently to carry out written and verbal instructions

   -Ability to visually inspect golf course conditions and clubhouse grounds

   -Good organizational and prioritization skills

   -Well versed in Microsoft Office

   -Highly motivated and positive team attitude

   
   

   Benefits:

   -Local and national association dues

   -Complimentary meals

   -Employee Discounts: Golf, Tennis, Fitness, Apparel/Items

   -401k eligible after 1 year

   -Company health insurance and dental/vision programs

   
   
   

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find equipment managers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your equipment manager job on Zippia to find and recruit equipment manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting equipment managers requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new equipment manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the equipment manager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new equipment manager first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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