Lead BMU Technician

Brand Industrial Services; Carlstadt (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

BrandSafway is seeking an experienced BMU Technician III/Supervisor to lead advanced inspection, maintenance, and commissioning of suspended access equipment on high-rise façades. You will serve as the technical authority for complex projects, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and control system issues, directing installations and load testing, mentoring technicians, and coordinating with engineers and inspectors to

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with suspended platforms, BMUs, façade access systems, or rigging equipment.
• 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.
• Experience leading large-scale installations, commissioning activities, investigations, and complex field operations.

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

Suspended platforms

Façade access systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Control systems

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

Trade certifications or advanced trainings

OSHA 30

SST

SPRAT certifications

Job description

At BrandSafway, we know our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we give them the tools, training, and resources to be successful. Come join our growing team!

Job Summary

As a BMU Technician IIII / Supervisor , you will perform advanced inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, commissioning, and oversight of suspended access equipment, including BMUs, powered platforms, davit systems, and related façade access equipment on commercial high-rise buildings. This role serves as the highest-level technical authority in the field, providing leadership for complex and high-risk projects, establishing technical standards, supporting operational planning, and ensuring compliance with all applicable safety and regulatory requirements.

Key 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

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
• Experience leading large-scale installations, commissioning activities, investigations, and complex field operations
• Experience developing technical procedures, quality standards, and safety processes
• Ability to provide technical leadership and oversight across all technician levels
• Ability to work safely in high-risk, safety-critical environments and at elevated heights
• Valid driver's license preferred
• SST, OSHA 30, and SPRAT certifications are a plus

BrandSafway offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance along with a generous 401k plan.

About Us:

BrandSafway is a leading global provider of access, specialized services, and forming and shoring solutions to the industrial, commercial and infrastructure markets. Through a network of ~340 strategic locations across 25 countries and ~40,000 employees, BrandSafway delivers a full range of industrial service solutions. BrandSafway supports maintenance and refurbishment projects as well as new construction and expansion plans with unmatched service from expert local labor and management. Today’s BrandSafway is At Work For You - leveraging innovation and economies of scale to increase safety and productivity, while remaining nimble and responsive.

BrandSafway, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, special disabled or veteran status.

Notice to all potential job candidates:

Please be advised that BrandSafway will never require or ask for any fee from you in exchange for being considered, hired, promoted, transferred or having ongoing employment with us. It is a violation of our Code of Conduct if any employee requests any money or fee from you in exchange for tentatively special treatment or consideration. If anyone, regardless of whether an existing employee, or anyone else, requests payment of any fee in exchange for being hired into our company, you may confidentially contact our HR Compliance department at [e-mail] and provide the name of the individual and any other documentation or proof of such an act.

$42-$52/hour