Lead BMU & Suspended Platform Technician

Brandsafway; Moonachie (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Job summary

BrandSafway is seeking a BMU Technician IIII / Supervisor to perform advanced inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, commissioning, and oversight of suspended access equipment on high-rise buildings.

You will serve as the highest-level technical authority, leading complex field operations, establishing technical standards, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. This role demands extensive hands-on leadership and expert problem solving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; advanced technical certifications, training, or education strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience with suspended platforms, BMUs, façade access systems, or rigging equipment.
• Recognized subject matter expertise in façade access systems, suspended platforms, and OEM standards.
• Expert knowledge of NY DOL, OSHA, ANSI, DOB, and other applicable regulations and industry standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams.
• Expert-level mechanical, electrical, and control system troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of suspended scaffolding, BMUs, davit systems, and related access equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
• Lead installations, retrofits, commissioning, load testing, acceptance testing, and major system upgrades.
• Serve as the primary technical authority for complex and high-risk projects.
• Lead failure investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action initiatives.
• Develop job plans including work sequencing, rigging requirements, safety controls, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, technical guidelines, and best practices.
• Provide advanced technical training, mentorship, and workforce development for technicians across all levels.
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors, manufacturers, customers, and regulatory agencies to support project execution and technical compliance.
• Conduct quality audits, review work quality, and maintain accurate inspection, testing, and service documentation.
• Support operational planning, resource allocation, and execution of field activities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NY DOL, DOB, ANSI, manufacturer requirements, and other applicable industry standards.
• Work safely at heights using proper fall protection and safety equipment.

Skills

Autonomy

Problem solving

Technical leadership

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Suspended platforms

BMUs

Façade access systems

Rigging equipment

Job description

BrandSafway is seeking a BMU Technician IIII / Supervisor to perform advanced inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, commissioning, and oversight of suspended access equipment on high-rise buildings.

You will serve as the highest-level technical authority, leading complex field operations, establishing technical standards, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. This role demands extensive hands-on leadership and expert problem solving.