Crane Assembly/Disassembly (A/D) Director - Nationwide
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Direct crane assembly and disassembly operations for lattice boom crawlers, telecrawlers, and RTs per manufacturer specs, managing load-outs and off-loads while coordinating with dispatchers, brokers, and truck drivers. Conduct thorough pre-work inspections to document crane conditions, troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic issues, and ensure crews comply with OSHA requirements, safety training, and Job Hazard Analyses. Mentor junior technicians and riggers while controlling costs by minimizing truck downtime and resolving issues on-site. Requires valid driver's license, clean record, and extensive experience with Liebherr, Link-Belt, Manitowoc, and Kobelco equipment.
Required Qualifications
- Detailed knowledge and experience in assembling and disassembling a wide variety of lattice boom crawlers, telecrawlers, and RTs according to the manufacturer's specifications
- Full working knowledge of prohibitions, warnings, and cautions relative to assembling or disassembling each specific type of crane
- Good working knowledge and understanding of LHE's (Load Handling Equipment such as cranes, gantry systems, etc.), rigging, and safe load handling procedures
- Knowledge of the right questions to ask during the lift planning phase and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the site supervisor, the LHE operator, the user, and the owner
- Proven track record of thoroughly inspecting every part of the crane prior to building or disassembly to document the condition of the crane
- Experience and knowledge of troubleshooting communication issues, error codes, and basic electrical and hydraulic issues with cranes
- Level-headed and able to teach and be a good mentor for riggers and junior A&D techs
- Self-motivated and always staying productive and efficient to move the job forward, even when there are delays outside of their control while on the job site
- Understanding and drive to control costs as much as they are able by getting trucks off the clock, avoiding calling out a mechanic if they can do the work themselves, and communicating delays to their supervisor as early as possible
- Must have knowledge and competency regarding OSHA requirements
- Detailed knowledge of heavy lifting and heavy hauling technologies (mobile cranes, platform trailers, beam and dolly trailers.)
- Experience working with Liebherr: LR 1160, LR 1200 SX, LR 1250, LR 1300 SX, LR 1400, LR 1750, LR 11000
- Experience working with Link-Belt: LS 238, LS 248o
- Experience working with Terex/American: HC 165, HC 275
- Experience working with Manitowoc: 11000, 777, 888, 999, 2250, 14000, 16000, MLC 650
- Experience working with Kobelco: CK 1100G, CK 1600, CK 2000, CK 2750G
- Must possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
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