Heave Founder & CEO — Alex Kraft

Read about our team’s commitment to provide everyone on our platform with technology to help them #DefeatDowntime.

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We're on a mission to become the nationwide heavy equipment service provider for all brands.

Meet the Team

Heave is committed to providing a seamless user experience. Our team, strategically located across key markets, is dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction.

Zack Gildenzoph

Zack Gildenzoph

VP of Sales

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All Territories
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(720) 837- 0154
Brandon Waugh

Brandon Waugh

Account Executive

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NC
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(704) 807-9585
Alex Akers

Alex Akers

Account Executive

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FL
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(813) 550-4472
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Kelly Lynch

Kelly Lynch

Account Executive

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TN
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(615) 495-5775
Rebekah Furstenfeld

Rebekah Furstenfeld

Account Executive

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North & West TX
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(972) 268-0324
Lori Brown

Lori Brown

Account Executive

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South & East TX
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(409) 300-8324
Bailey Balter

Bailey Balter

Account Executive

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GA
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(770) 355-8043
Andrew Kiggen

Andrew Kiggen

Sales Development Representative

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FL & NC
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(407) 725-4933
Aaren Moore

Aaren Moore

Sales Development Representative

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TN & TX
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(945) 323-4043
Matthew Thomas

Matthew Thomas

Sales Development Representative

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TX & GA
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(713) 623-3009
Brandy Bland

Brandy Bland

Customer Success Manager

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FL & NC
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(404) 372-8442
Lacey Ackerman

Lacey Ackerman

Customer Success Manager

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TX, TN & GA
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(813) 215-8768

Guiding Principles at Heave

Innovation

We strive to stay ahead of the curve, continuously enhancing our platform with the latest technologies and features.

Integrity

We operate with honesty and transparency, building trust with our customers, partners, and employees.

Excellence

We are committed to delivering high-quality products and services, constantly seeking ways to improve and excel.

Customer-Centricity

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to understanding their needs.

Collaboration

We believe in the power of teamwork, both within our organization and with our app users, to achieve the best outcomes.

Fast Facts

Heave has achieved several significant milestones with our product and the service we are able to provide.

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24 hrs
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10 mins
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100+ brands
Brands serviced using Heave
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Contractor FAQs

What is Heave?

Let's say you have a CAT 336 excavator that just went down. Normally, you would call the dealer and ask when you could get a technician. What if you went to a website and could view multiple, insured, and trained heavy equipment technicians close to you and pick who you want to service your machine? That's Heave. That's what we do every day.

What types of equipment and repairs does Heave cover?

Our technicians specialize in a wide range of repairs on earthmoving equipment like excavators, bulldozers, and loaders from brands like CAT, John Deere, and Komatsu. (Our techs have serviced 100+ brands!) Typical repairs include DEF/regen issues, hydraulic and electrical repairs, PM service, welding/line boring, and more.

Who are Heave's typical customers?

Our customers include large contractors in industries like utilities, heavy civil construction, excavation, and site preparation who own fleets of 100+ machines who are frustrated by OEM/dealer service response times in their service areas. We also work with national rental companies and even some dealerships.

What markets is Heave active in?

Our core markets are Tampa, FL; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Houston, TX; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; and Charlotte, NC. However, we have technicians in 36 states and are rapidly expanding to become the nationwide service provider for all equipment brands.

How do I request service?

It's easy! Download the Heave mobile app or go to https://app.heaveapp.com/ to order service online. Once you have created an account or signed in, order service by setting the location of the machine, selecting the machine's make/model, describe the machine's issue, and booking a technician.

How do I choose a technician?

Once you submit a request, you'll see profiles of available technicians in your area. You can review their experience, qualifications, skills, customer ratings and reviews, hourly rates and other fees, availability, and more. It is up to you who you choose--and why!

Can I communicate with the technician directly?

Yes! Once you book a technician you can use the in-app chat to communicate, ask questions, and get real-time updates on the job's progress.

Is there a subscription cost?

No! There are no subscription costs or hidden fees. We just invoice you per job. You only pay when a service has been completed.

Where does Heave find its technicians?

Our technicians are experienced, independent professionals who own their own service trucks, tools, and software. Many are former OEM/dealer technicians who have chosen the independence of running their own businesses.

How are the technicians vetted?

We require technicians to have their own service truck, tools and diagnostic software, and a minimum of $1 million in general liability insurance. In addition, technicians go through an onboarding process where we gain an understanding of their skill levels across multiple disciplines.

Are the technicians Heave employees or independent contractors?

They are independent contractors, which means they have the flexibility to set their own schedules and manage their own businesses within the Heave network.

How does payment work?

After a Heave job, Heave sends the customer invoice. We invoice with net30 day terms and we are the only vendor regardless of how many different technicians a customer books through our app.

Does Heave cover warranty work for dealers?

We can handle third-party warranty work, but not OEM warranties at this time.

How do parts work?

Many of our customers order parts from their local dealer on their account as usual. Or, upon request, Heave can buy the parts for a small markup.

How is rework handled?

Technicians warranty their work as part of our terms of service, and we have dedicated Account Executives in our core markets to ensure customer satisfaction.

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