WHE Operation & Maintenance Manager

KING AND GEORGE LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

KING AND GEORGE LLC is seeking a WHE Operation & Maintenance Manager at Jacksonville Naval Air Station. The role requires overseeing all aspects of Weight Handling Equipment (WHE) operations, ensuring safety compliance, and managing personnel.

Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in WHE operations and at least 5 years in a supervisory role. Certifications like NCCCO Crane Operator are preferred. The company offers a drug-free workplace and follows equal opportunity employment practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience involving WHE operation and maintenance.
• Minimum five (5) years in supervisory or management roles involving WHE personnel/equipment.
• Must be able to successfully pass background investigations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee WHE operations, inspections, certifications, and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety and crane operation standards.
• Supervise operators, riggers, and maintenance personnel.
• Maintain documentation, PM schedules, and certification records.

Skills

WHE operations oversight

Safety compliance

Supervision of personnel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Jacksonville Naval Air Station - Jacksonville, FL 32212

Position Title: WHE Operation & Maintenance Manager

Area of Requirement

Crane / Weight Handling Equipment Operations

Scope of Position

Provides full authority to ensure safe and effective Weight Handling Equipment (WHE) operations and maintenance.

Tasks and Capabilities Required

• Oversee WHE operations, inspections, certifications, and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, crane operation standards, and lifting protocols.
• Supervise operators, riggers, and maintenance personnel.
• Maintain documentation, PM schedules, and certification records.

Mandatory Experience and Certifications

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience involving WHE operation and maintenance.
• Minimum five (5) years in supervisory or management roles involving WHE personnel/equipment.

Preferred/Desired Certifications

• NCCCO Crane Operator or Inspector certifications
• NAVFAC WHE certification experience

Special Qualifications/Requirements

Must be able to successfully pass, as required, a federal, state, or local government's background investigation.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. The contractor will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c)

Disclaimer

The responsibilities and qualifications outlined above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by those in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and skills required. The company reserves the right to modify job duties or assign additional duties as needed.

Job Description last Updated: 11/18/2025