General Manager (Chicago)

EquipmentShare is Hiring a General Manager (Tooling Solutions)

EquipmentShare is searching for a General Manager to grow our Tooling Solutions rental location in Chicago, IL. Tooling Solutions branches offer industrial tooling rentals, including power tools, pneumatic tools, hand tools, and more. Customers benefit from our tech-enabled tool tracking, site-wide communication solutions, and expert services, including tool testing, repair, and certification. We also offer consumables and industrial supplies to accompany job sites, along with communication solutions to keep projects connected.

Salary range: $95,000 - 125,000+ (base plus bonus potential). Factors including past experience and location may affect final compensation rate.

Primary Responsibilities

EquipmentShare is more than just a rental company. With our proprietary T3 technology, were transforming how construction companies manage their equipment and operations by providing real-time insights into fleet availability, usage, and performance.

• Build an awesome team by hiring and developing amazing people. Conduct reviews and performance evaluations as necessary to produce positive results. Train employees and help them improve their skills. Provide guidance in areas that may need improvement or correction and provide documentation toward these efforts.

• Manage operations to maximize the financial success of the branch. Conduct monthly profit and loss reviews to understand the business and business trends, identify areas for improvement and future revenue opportunities.

• Monitor metrics including, but not limited to: equipment utilization; underperforming assets; warranty recovery; billed mechanical hours; aged receivables and customer satisfaction.

• Effectively communicate information to your team and management.

• Establish reasonable and measurable goals with well defined expectations for team members.

• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing standards and procedures while complying with legal regulations.

Why Were a Better Place to Work

• Competitive pay: Base salary plus Company Profit Sharing Plan

• Quarterly bonus guarantees for meeting growth goals for new branches

• Company provided truck or Vehicle allowance ($800/mo)

• Company provided cell phone or phone stipend

• Relocation assistance (as required)

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits coverage for full-time employees

• 401(k) and company match

• Generous paid time off (PTO) plus company paid holidays

• Fitness Membership stipends plus seasonal and year round wellness challenges

• Company sponsored events (annual family gatherings, food truck nights and more).

• Volunteering and local charity initiatives that help you nurture and grow the communities you call home. Employees receive 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

About You

Our mission to change an entire industry is not easily achieved, so we only hire people who are inspired by the goal and up for the challenge. In turn, our employees have every opportunity to grow with us, achieve personal and professional success and enjoy making a tangible difference in an industry thats long been resistant to change.

Skills & Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years rental industry experience, preferably in a management role

• Industrial tooling experience / knowledge is highly preferred

• Valid drivers license and clean driving record

• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills

• Excellent leadership and people management skills

• Results-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

• You can adapt to the fast pace of a growing company and stay continuously educated on the latest EquipmentShare products and services

EquipmentShare is an EOE M/F/D/V