Hoisting Foreman (Lift Director) 1

Role Summary

The Hoisting Foreman (Lift Director) will provide day to day supervision of all hoisting activities for a project, including but not limited to: properly assigning operators, training, Assembly and Disassembly crew coordination and lift planning/scheduling. This position will also ensure all hoisting assets are maintained in good working condition and in compliance with all inspection requirements. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision, and values of JE Dunn.

• Autonomy & Decision-Making: Makes decisions on non-routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor, and refers all exceptions to supervisor.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

• Coordinates preplanning activities for Assembly and Disassembly components such as crew size, schedule, materials, types and sequencing of trucks and trailers, meetings, and crew composition, and verifies crew is properly trained on specific Assembly and Disassembly operation.
• Leads, trains, and organizes a dedicated Assembly and Disassembly crew and manages their day-to-day activities.
• Conducts routine quality control checks of the mechanics, drivers, and Assembly and Disassembly crew to verify work is conducted in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
• Conducts daily Job Safety Analysis and safety briefings with the mechanic and driver staff and the Assembly and Disassembly crew prior to work starting.
• Works with the internal sales and management stakeholders to build a viable Assembly and Disassembly plan.
• Provides direction on crane set up location(s) and ground stabilization needs based on hoisting requirements.
• Assists with coordinating crew composition and verifies crew is properly trained on specific Assembly and Disassembly operation and has proper driver requirements if needed.
• Works with the Operations Teams to develop a comprehensive hoisting plan for the entire project to include crane type, size, and configuration to support project requirements.
• Responsible for timely communication to ensure proper collaboration between internal and external business partners and hoisting operations.
• Creates job specific lift plans based on parameters identified through in person site visits and other relevant materials including but not limited to blueprints and drawings indicating height, weight, and hoisting requirements.
• Routinely conducts quality control checks to ensure inspections and maintenance are performed as per the manufacturer’s specifications.
• Coordinates crane movements by prioritizing when multiple cranes are scheduled simultaneously and de-conflicting competing requirements.
• Ensures maintenance and repairs on all equipment are conducted in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and documented by the mechanic staff.
• Directs, reviews, and oversees complex rigging plans and requirements to include critical lift planning and documentation.
• Performs and completes Operator Evaluations as required by OSHA 1926.1427(f)(1)(i) and OSHA 1926.1427(f)(1)(ii).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Communication skills, verbal and written - Intermediate
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Proficiency in 3D Lift Plan
• Ability to learn the operating/accounting system for data entry
• Ability to assess and optimize assembly and disassembly productivity
• Ability to create and oversee a critical lift plan
• Ability to provide excellent customer service through positive interaction with customers
• Demonstrated knowledge of crane maintenance and repair operations
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally

Education

• High School/GED or equivalent (Required)
• In lieu of the above requirements, relevant experience will be considered

Experience

• 5+ years mobile crane assembly/disassembly, operator, inspection, and maintenance and repair field experience (Required)
• Valid and unrestricted driver license required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• May require periods of overnight travel
• May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling
• Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to accommodations@jedunn.com

JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.