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Interested in a career with Alta? We’d love to hear from you.

Thanks to all our excellent employees who made it possible to achieve Top Places to Work for 2021 in Michigan! Interested in joining our team?

Thanks to all our excellent employees who made it possible to achieve Top Places to Work for 2021 in Michigan! Interested in joining our team?

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At Alta, we believe in investing in our people. That’s why we offer an excellent benefit package that includes:

  • Health, dental, and voluntary vision insurances

  • Life, short and long term disability insurances

  • Pre-paid legal and identity theft insurance

  • Flexible and health savings accounts

  • Holiday, personal and vacation time

  • 401(k) with discretionary match after one year of service

  • The Transparency in Coverage Final Rules require certain group health plans to disclose on a public website information regarding in-network provider rates and historical out-of-network allowed amounts and billed charges for covered items and services in two separate machine-readable files (MRFs).  The MRFs for the benefit package options under the Alta Equipment Benefit Plan are linked here: https://bcbsm.sapphiremrfhub.com/tocs/current/alta_enterprises_llc

Are you a hard worker looking for a good job on a stable career path? We invite you to get in touch! When you work for Alta, you’ll find:

  • Opportunities for growth and learning

  • A supportive and challenging work environment

  • A company that’s committed to you

In promoting our Invest in the Best Guiding Principle, we place a high value on continuing education for our employees. For our Industrial Equipment Group (lift trucks) technicians we have corporate trainers that visit the branches to conduct training and we offer 4 levels of certifications. For our Construction Equipment Group technicians we combine training from our corporate trainer and trainers from our manufacturers, which offer certifications specific to their equipment. Also, we send our managers, sales professionals, and administrative staff to relevant trainings in their line of work to sharpen their skills and stay up-to-date on the latest technologies and/or regulations.

Come work for us and allow us to invest in you!

At Alta Equipment Group we are looking for candidates who are a cultural fit with our organization and understand that every task and job goes toward fostering customers for life. Along with that, a great attitude that embraces mutual respect and delivering a consistent high energy level that exudes a passion for excellence. Also, we are searching for a skill set that has a high aptitude for the position with a continual focus on investing in one’s profession through additional training and learning.

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Why Work for Alta?

Company Culture

Our core commitment is to build a team of the best people around in order to provide outstanding service that exceeds our customers’ expectations.

Growth Opportunity

We are a growing, progressive, multi-location distributor with 62 locations and over 2400 employees.

Passion for Excellence

At Alta, we “invest in the best”. We work together as one team to promote mutual respect and develop relationships that create customers for life.

Alta Equipment Group - Driven by Purpose and Shared Values

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Meet the Alta Team

Jon C. | Operations Manager in Byron Center, MI

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?

Being part of a team that share the same values of taking care of our customers as well as its employees.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

Knowing that our customers count on Alta as a partner to help keep their equipment and business up and running.

How do you invest in the best?

By making sure every team member I work with feels supported and empowered to make the right decision and to ultimately take care of the customer.

Steve C. | Parts Coordinator in Tampa, FL

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?

I can work in a great industry and expand my parts knowledge by learning from others who have more experience than I do. Working for a company that helps you succeed in your work.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

The satisfaction of helping customers get the parts they need to get their equipment up and running in a timely manner. I enjoy the challenge of finding parts that are not always easy to find usually on older machines or ones that are not as common.

How do you invest in the best?

By always keeping an open mind and never thinking I know it all. To try and learn from others and if I run into something that I have never done before making notes to help me in the future. Asking questions to continue to learn so I can help the customer to show that Alta is a company that is there for the customer.

Zac B | Field Technician in New Hudson, MI

What is your favorite part about working at Alta? 

My favorite part about working at Alta is how I get the opportunity to provide exceptional service for a loyal and appreciative customer base. Also, Alta has an incredibly talented roster of employees that are not only enjoyable to work with but extremely helpful and knowledgeable in their respective fields. 

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

As a field technician I love the diversity of work and the challenge associated with it. There is no option of accepting failure or “shrugging your shoulders” to then pass on the work. The satisfaction that comes from solving the problem and getting our customers back on track is wonderful. That being said I look forward to not only the battle of human versus machine but the ability to provide the highest level of service to our customers. 

How do you invest in the best?

I invest in the best by staying at the forefront of innovation within the crane industry and following through with any types of training allotted to me by Alta. I also make sure to establish quality relationships with coworkers as well as industry contacts that can provide assistance with their personal skillsets. In a way all of us technicians also invest in the best by providing top caliber service to our customers which in turn increases the trust and satisfaction between Alta and the customer. 

Tricia C. | Credit Manager in Ronkonkoma, NY

What is your favorite part about working at Alta? 

The support of my Leadership Team specifically working with Amy S who supports me to overcome challenges which result in me being a better manager.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

Being committed and available to my Team, empowering them to reach their full potential.

How do you invest in the best?

Showing true dedication to a company who supports management and their employees.

#One Team

 

Dana F. | IT Manager in Livonia, MI

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?

Close tie between my coworkers and the technology we're implementing. We're constantly looking to improve our systems and upgrade equipment to meet the needs of the company. Equally exciting to work with the people that I do that share the same passion.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

Seeing what problems/issues need resolution, as well as jumping into the Teams chat with my colleagues and hearing whatever is going on in their lives.

How do you invest in the best?

Creating an atmosphere that promotes growth, accountability, and recognition for the work we do. 

Roger H. | Director of Customer and Product Support in Zeeland, MI

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?                          

The people here at Alta. Our team-oriented culture enhances my daily work life.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?   

I look forward to having the ability to improve Alta’s capabilities, work environment and overall wellbeing of the team.

How do you invest in the best? 

I invest in the best by focusing my support on the team by providing recognition and resources needed

to complete daily, weekly, and monthly goals. My main focus is to hire and maintain the best people in the industry and remove obstacles so they can learn, do and sell more while maintaining a customer first pinnacle of focus.

Ali P. | AP/AR Specialist in New Hudson, MI

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?

I would say my favorite part about working at Alta is how much it feels like family.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

I love the people I work with and would say that’s what I look forward to the most.

How do you invest in the best?

I’ve basically grown up working at Alta. I was hired when I was 19. Almost my entire working adult life has been invested in the best. I try my best to learn about other departments so I can help where I am needed. If it can help make other people’s jobs a little easier, that’s always a plus.

Brian F. | Yard Specialist in South Elgin IL

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?

Working with a knowledgeable group of people throughout the company. I am lucky to work with individuals who care about the company they work for.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

The people I work with at the South Elgin branch and the variety of equipment. It is not the same thing every day, it is always something different.

How do you invest in the best?

By helping anyone at the facility with any of their needs and going over equipment with new employees so they are familiar with the equipment that is being sold and can safely operate it.

Ron A. | Corporate Trainer in Ottawa, IL

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?

Working with the team, customers, rental, and sales is a new experience everyday day. As we continue to grow as a team the future looks good. Listening to ideas from employees and customers to improve the team.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

Every day as a team we move forward and have the support of leadership to keep pushing forward. I look forward to training technicians and customers on new equipment and safety!

How do you invest in the best?

We are all here to help each other grow as an Alta Team. We work on supporting the team, technicians, managers, sales, service, and customers to join the team as we continue to grow. ONE TEAM!

Luis P. | Technical Communicator in Orlando, FL

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?

Working with the Alta Team and our customers! Being able to collaborate with everyone, to include the parts drivers, technicians, and administrative personnel, etc. during a challenging period is motivational.  It is great to see everyone working together as a team, understanding, and displaying Alta’s Guiding Principles. Working towards making Alta the best material handling, construction equipment and soon to be an electric vehicle company in the industry. It is fun to work for a championship caliber organization where our contributions matter!

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

Making a difference! I love providing that top notch “Chick-fil-A” customer service to the Alta Team and customers – it fuels me. There is nothing better than to hear a customer tell you that we provide the best customer service and support than any other organization in the industry or a team member thank you for assisting them by resolving an issue. I enjoy being a part of a proactive and enthusiastic team, centered around great vibes and atmosphere. Working towards making Alta better each day!

How do you invest in the best?

Investing in our customers and team. Coaching, teaching, guiding, and mentoring making the team more competent, so that we are more confident and capable. Driving creativity, so that we can continue to innovate and find solutions to challenges during difficult times. Continue to strive towards excellence by continuously motivating and building upon a competitive and collaborative team. For our customers - providing top notch customer service, establish a relationship, show appreciation, and always try to exceed the customer’s expectations. 

Tom C. | Field Technician I in South Elgin, IL

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?                          

It’s the people - Being part of a unified team that’s innovative and goal-oriented. We feed off each other’s desire to accomplish bigger and better things, and I really appreciate that. 

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?   

The best part of coming into work every day is that I'm faced with new and exciting challenges. While at times it can be difficult, it’s a thrill to face problems head on and find new ways to overcome them. I really have to give credit to the team. With them I never feel there is a challenge or objective I can't handle. 

How do you invest in the best? 

Dedication to continuous improvement learning and challenging myself daily. There is a lot I know and even more that I don't. I try to pass on the knowledge I have to my team, while also listening and learning from them. I try and keep an open mind and constantly look for ways to work with my team to improve and streamline our current processes. 

Huber Z. | Road Technician in Zeeland, MI

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?

Knowing that every day I will learn and experience something new. Having the opportunity to diagnose and repair our customers equipment right the first time.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

I can rely on my team. They help me with any questions or concerns I may have. I enjoy being part of a confident team. Knowing that we can make a difference.

How do you invest in the best?

Helping my team members when they have questions about something or helping a new employee.

Joe P. | Service Admin in Schenectady, NY

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?

The challenges throughout the day. The technician calls received regarding obscure issues that need a solution.  E-mails with a variety of challenges that cause you to reflect on past experiences to solve them.  The texts in the evening to remind me of what the next day will bring.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

The 14 technicians who look to me for guidance, answers, and solutions.

How do you invest in the best?

I try to pay attention to the announcements, birthday/anniversary calendar and send an e-mail to congratulation or wish a happy birthday to the those on the calendar.  I know from my own experience that when you receive an e-mail or phone call, I have a feeling of being part of a team, being appreciated, belonging to something bigger.

Mary D. | Sales Coordinator in Orland Park, IL

What is your favorite part about working at Alta?

My favorite part about working at Alta is working with a great Sales Coordinator Team! Honestly, it took me a little bit to get used to the procedures of a Sales Coordinator but doing this for a year now, I see full circle how it works and how we support each other.

What do you look forward to most every day coming to work?

I look forward to working with my Salesmen and helping them get their deals done! We strive together to fulfill the customer’s needs. To be part of the team for the past 13 years and working with them to grow the business means a lot to me. We are like family!

How do you invest in the best?

I feel that being part of the Sales Coordinator team and learning from them, helps me grow in my position. I appreciate them listening to my experiences and working together to get the best results. I believe that if you invest in each other, you will grow, and that mindset will spread to others around us.