Tower Service Operations Manager

Maxim Crane Works, LP; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxim Crane Works, LP is seeking a Tower Service Manager in the Fort Lauderdale area to lead all tower and hoist service at the local branch. You will oversee equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and customer satisfaction while directing technicians and service personnel.

Responsibilities include coordinating assembly/disassembly of tower cranes, managing budgets and expenses, and enforcing safety programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years’ crane service experience.
• 2+ years’ crane service management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of tower crane functionality, terminology, maintenance and repair practices.
• Moderate knowledge of budgets and financial statements.
• Moderate knowledge of process improvement programs and procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand shop and project drawings.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; write simple correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage branch performance and operations for equipment rentals, maintenance, safety, etc.
• Ensure Technicians have the proper skill set for repair, maintenance, assembly, climbs, and disassembly of tower cranes.
• Schedule technicians for assembly and disassembly of tower cranes.
• Implement cost-effective systems of control over operating expenditures, manpower, wages, and salaries.
• Review/approve employee time sheets.
• Manage equipment maintenance.
• Maintain existing branch facilities and equipment; replace or adjust branch facilities and equipment when necessary.
• Provide direction, training, development, and leadership to technicians and other service personnel.
• Enforce and support safety initiatives and policies through coordination with the branch/regional safety coordinators.
• Communicate with Technicians during assembly/disassembly to confirm the arrival of the crew, assist crane and components as trucks arrive, and coordinate with Regional Operations Manager as needed.
• Ensure proper crane, attachment, and component condition for upcoming jobs and that Off-rent inspections are completed before disassembly of cranes.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, ANSI, ASME) as well as Maxim policies and procedures.

Skills

Advanced crane knowledge

Budgets & finances

Process improvement

Communication skills

Transport of tower cranes

Read shop/project drawings

Troubleshoot mechanical problems

Read & write simple instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maxim Crane Works, LP is seeking a Tower Service Manager in the Fort Lauderdale area to lead all tower and hoist service at the local branch. You will oversee equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and customer satisfaction while directing technicians and service personnel.

Responsibilities include coordinating assembly/disassembly of tower cranes, managing budgets and expenses, and enforcing safety programs.