Posted by Ben on March 3, 2010 under Editorials | 
There are a number of sources that we subscribe to for the latest news in construction equipment and other equipment industry sectors. These include various magazines, newspapers, e-newsletters, word-of-mouth, conferences & tradeshows, and lately Twitter. That’s right, the heavy equipment industry has gradually embraced Twitter as a medium to share the latest goings-on within their company and the sector they serve.
Here at JSA, we’ve steadily been adding to our growing list of followers on Twitter. In today’s blog post, I’d like to try something different and include some sample news items from a few of those that we follow. So without further ado, here’s the latest buzz on Twitter:
@pitandquarry says Transportation construction a bright spot in 2009 according to an analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data
@AEMStore says Construction industry had most workplace fatalities in Alberta
@SocMfgEng says US Manufacturers are Bracing For Skills Shortages
@My_Terex says Any relief in sight for the construction industry? USA Today article says unemployment is still on the rise
@AGCofA says In an odd twist, some construction firms are now working directly for banks completing unfinished housing projects
@AgriMarketing says National Ag Day Set For March 18
@CranesToday asks in a Poll, Can Bauma be the catalyst to the revival of business in the crane industry?
@ConstructionEqt says Tom Berg evaluates the Kenworth T470 in his latest Hands On Trucking
@EquipmentToday says American Public Transportation Association Calls on Congress to Keep Public Transit and Jobs Moving Forward.
Posted by Ben on February 10, 2010 under JSA News, Recruiting & Hiring |
Paladin Construction Group is the primary manufacturer of an extensive array of attachments. Familiar product brands offered by Paladin Light Construction (PLC) include Sweepster, Bradco, Harley, McMillen and FFC. All Paladin products are distributed through a national base of independent dealers, distributor, rental companies and OEMs. This position is located in Dexter, MI (which is situated near Ann Arbor, MI) and will be responsible for the global development and execution of marketing plans for all PLC markets.
Jordan-Sitter Associates (JSA) is a 30+ year old, family-owned, retained search firm. We have been retained by Paladin Construction Group to help them find a Market Manager, PLC. This position will be based at their Dexter, MI headquarters.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS – Please Read
- Marketing Experience: experience working with/providing marketing support for field based sales team & for broad network of distributors
- Familiarity with PLC Products & Markets: prior exposure to construction equipment attachment products & applications will significantly shorten this mgrs learning curve
- Experience developing exhibit plans & participating in trade shows is desired
- Education: – BA/BS is Desired, however may be waived with minimum of 10 years work experience in industrial manufacturing environment with emphasis in marketing, sales, & customer contact
- Budgeting, forecasting and data analysis: Experience in the development & monitoring of annual budgets
SALARY & BENEFITS
This position includes an attractive base salary, a significant performance-based bonus opportunity, relocation assistance to the Dexter, MI area, and a range of excellent benefits.
INTERESTED?
We invite you to review the FULL detailed position description for this Market Manager opening at Paladin Light Construction, which is available at the link below:
* PLEASE CLICK HERE: http://www.jordansitter.com/specs/plcmm1096.pdf
Posted by Ben on February 3, 2010 under Events, JSA News |
JSA Partners, Bill Sitter & Jerry Randecker are making their way to Las Vegas for this year’s World of Concrete conference. Here’s a quote straight off their website:
World of Concrete is the industry’s ONLY annual international event dedicated to the commercial concrete and masonry construction industries.
Bill & Jerry plan to be at the show today and tomorrow and look forward to building new relationships with equipment professionals, and gaining some insight into the latest industry trends.
Posted by Ben on January 25, 2010 under JSA News, Recruiting & Hiring |
Dom-Ex, LLC HQ is located near Kelly Lake, MN
is a division of HEPI with a primary focus on acquiring and selling used parts to thousands of customers worldwide. This key management position is located in Hibbing, MN and will be fully responsible for all of Dom-Ex’s operations and activities. H-E Parts International (HEPI) is the parent organization for five different companies with the collective mission of becoming the leading independent supplier of parts, remanufactured components and equipment to the global mining, quarry and heavy construction industries.
Jordan-Sitter Associates (JSA) is a 30 year old, family-owned, retained search firm. We have been retained by Dom-Ex LLC to help them find a VP of Operations. This position will be based at their Hibbing, MN headquarters.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS – Please Read
- Parts Management Experience: Ideally 10yrs or more in Mining or Heavy Equipment Industry
- Product Knowledge: Familiar with Mining Products with an understanding of Mechanical & Hydraulic Systems
- Proven Success in Sales Management
- Strong Computer Skills, Especially with Microsoft Excel
SALARY & BENEFITS
This position includes an attractive six-figure salary, a significant performance-based bonus opportunity, relocation assistance to the Hibbing, MN area, and a range of excellent benefits.
INTERESTED?
We invite you to review the FULL detailed position description for this VP of Operations opening at Dom-Ex LLC, which is available at the link below:
* PLEASE CLICK HERE: http://www.jordansitter.com/specs/devpo1089.pdf
Posted by Ben on December 18, 2009 under Events |
In the midst of this blessed Christmas season, our team at JSA is also busy making plans for the upcoming AED Summit Conference. Travel to this important event will be much easier for us, this year, as the event is being hosted in our home city of San Antonio. As always, this annual conference will provide an ideal opportunity to renew, and add to, business relationships with distributors and manufacturers across the equipment industry.
Representing Team JSA on the golf course Wednesday, Jan 20, will be Bill Sitter. If you see him there feel free to question his handicap since the tournament is being held on one of his favorite courses.
Along with Bill, Jerry Randecker and Chris Sitter will be actively participating in the conference on Thursday and Friday. This includes visiting our industry friends during the day and relaxing at the evening networking events on Thursday and Friday. The changes made by AED to the Friday night event will make it much easier for all of us to renew acquaintances or meet for the first time.
We look forward to seeing you in the Alamo City, January 20-22, 2010, at the 2010 AED Summit Conference.
Posted by Ben on December 11, 2009 under JSA News, Recruiting & Hiring |
Nebraska Machinery is headquartered in beautiful Omaha, Nebraska
Nebraska Machinery Company (NMC) is the full line CAT dealer in Nebraska (92 of 93 counties) and one county in Iowa. NMC serves a diverse customer base including construction, trucking & industrial, power generation, agricultural and material handling from 9 branch locations. Founded in 1938, this 3rd generation family-owned business continues to expand their geography and product line offerings and to update their business model to better serve the changing needs of their customers.
Jordan-Sitter Associates (JSA) is a 30 year old, family-owned, retained search firm. We have been retained by Nebraska Machinery to help them find a VP of Rental. This position will be based at their Omaha, Nebraska headquarters.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS – Please Read
- Solid track record of success, profitably managing an equipment rental business
- Must be an independent thinker & team player; willing to present and factually support new ideas within their functional area
- Financial savvy, having a good grasp of how their decisions and actions will impact the bottom line
- Strong analytical & technical skills and familiarity with rental management systems
SALARY & BENEFITS
This position includes an attractive six-figure salary, a significant performance-based bonus opportunity, and a range of excellent benefits.
INTERESTED?
We invite you to review the FULL detailed position description for this VP of Rental opening at Nebraska Machinery Company, which is available at the link below:
* PLEASE CLICK HERE: http://www.jordansitter.com/specs/nmcvpr1077cs.pdf
Posted by Ben on November 30, 2009 under Events |
Bill Sitter and Jerry Randecker recently returned from attending the annual Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) conference held in Hollywood, FL. This meeting is great for networking with colleagues throughout the construction and farm equipment manufacturer and related supplier companies. Featured at this year’s meeting was a focus on how to expand your marketing presence through social networking using modern technology.
Although Jordan-Sitter Associates has previously utilized Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn to interact with potential candidates and clients; the message of how powerful these tools can be was highlighted. Beyond networking, the conference reinforced how these tools can help keep your business image in front of customers.
Upon returning to our office in Texas, we began to implement some additional ideas using these tools to enhance our customer support and service. Of course, having some younger (25 and 30 something) staff members does help us more readily turn these ideas into actions.
The conference was well attended and offered updates on the current economic situation worldwide. We are looking forward to attending next year’s conference scheduled to be held in our beautiful home town of San Antonio.
Posted by Ben on November 3, 2009 under JSA News, Recruiting & Hiring |
*** UPDATE: This position has been filled! ***
LiuGong North America is located deep in the heart of Texas.
LiuGong is a 50-year-old public corporation based in China with subsidiary companies strategically located around the world. LiuGong North America was established in 2007 in Katy, TX as a strategic corporate subsidiary covering the US & Canada. With a focus on quality, LiuGong offers a wide range of heavy construction equipment through a developing North American dealer organization.
Jordan-Sitter Associates (JSA) is a 30 year old, family-owned, retained search firm. We have been retained by LiuGong North America to help them find a President. This position will be based at their Katy, TX NA headquarters.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS – Please Read
- Minimum 10 years of experience working for a construction equipment manufacturer
- Experience in establishing and developing new dealers
- BA/BS Degree is required, an MBA or progress towards other relevant advanced degrees will be considered a plus
- Effective Business Traveler/ “Road Warrior”: 50% Travel involved with 2 trips to China annually
SALARY & BENEFITS
This position includes an attractive six-figure salary, an annual performance-based bonus opportunity, and a range of excellent benefits.
INTERESTED?
We invite you to review the FULL detailed position description for this President opening at LiuGong North America, which is available at the link below:
* PLEASE CLICK HERE: http://bit.ly/1RlOIr
Posted by Ben on October 22, 2009 under Events |
(L to R) Bill, Autumn, Jennifer, and Jerry
Some of the members of the JSA Team traveled to the 26th Annual, AGC Trade & Equipment Show hosted at the Austin, TX Convention Center.
Associates Autumn and Jennifer thoroughly enjoyed themselves, having the opportunity to test out some of the equipment and simulators on the show floor. Jennifer quips after getting in the CAT D7E dozer, “Sign me up for the operator training course, this thing is awesome!”
Although it’s among the smaller shows that JSA attends, we always enjoy going as it helps to provide our associates insight into the industries we serve and the equipment that makes up those industries.
Posted by Ben on October 19, 2009 under Recruiting & Hiring |
Carolina CAT is headquartered in beautiful Charlotte, North Carolina.
Carolina Tractor is the parent company of Carolina CAT – the full line CAT dealer for 46 counties in Western North Carolina. Carolina CAT’s three largest facilities are in Charlotte, Greensboro and Asheville; additional branches are positioned strategically in Hickory & Monroe, and there are smaller operations in Boone (Rental and Service) & Dillsboro (Parts). This third generation family-owned Cat dealer was founded in 1926 and has grown to be a clear market leader.
Jordan-Sitter Associates (JSA) has been retained by Carolina CAT to help them find a Vice President or GM of Product Support. This position will be based at their Charlotte, NC dealer headquarters.
Desired Qualifications – Please Read
- CAT Service Management Experience: Must include experience at a CAT dealership
- Caterpillar Parts Management Experience: familiarity with CAT products, systems, and & reporting procedures
- 4-YEAR BA or BS Degree is Required
- Executive Level Communication Skills: Should be capable of preparing & delivering professional presentations and representing the Company, at the executive level.
Salary and Benefits
This position includes an attractive six-figure salary, an annual performance-based bonus opportunity, an employment contract, a long-term incentive plan, relocation assistance, and a range of excellent benefits.
Interested?
We invite you to review the FULL detailed position description for this Vice President or GM of Product Support opening at Carolina CAT, which is available at the link below:
