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Kiewit Tower Crane Technician - Kiewit Equipment Services 1 in Aurora, Colorado

Requisition ID: 171114

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Equipment Services

Department: Equipment

Market: Building

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Tower Crane Technician (Equipment Superintendent) will be responsible for managing various aspects of Kiewit’s modern tower crane fleet supporting Regional Construction & Mining operations. The Tower Crane Technician will also provide technical support in all respects of our tower crane operations with regards to support of minimizing the downtime on projects, managing pre-erection services, pre-dismantle inspections, repairs between projects (major and minor), etc.

District Overview

Kiewit Equipment Services (KES) helps to ensure the profitability of Kiewit projects through the improved equipment utilization and mechanical reliability by delivering world-class equipment and service.

Location

This position will be based out of Aurora, CO and typically requires less than 25% travel across the United States and Canada.

Responsibilities

  • Manage various aspects of Kiewit’s modern tower crane fleet supporting construction operations throughout North America.

  • Provide technical support in all respects of our tower crane operations with regards to support of minimizing the downtime on projects, managing pre-erection services, pre-dismantle inspections, repairs between projects, both major and minor repairs, etc.

  • Assist and manage with ultimate responsibility of all Assembly/Dis-Assembly operations in support of our project schedules along with coordinating 3rd Party Services. Not expected to be the AD Director but in training.

  • Schedule and coordinate all aspects of maintenance activities, from major to minor repairs including aesthetics appearance of our fleet.

  • Manage various aspects Incidental Work Orders, Master Service Agreements, and Warranty Considerations.

  • Support of training operations with regards to tower crane operations, technical diagnostics, and repair of the various manufacturers we operate.

  • Supervise, manage, and mentor a team, relaying expectations, and performance management with the projects.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in the tower crane industry.

  • Able to create safety plans for tower crane activities including erection and dismantle, minor and major repairs, etc.

  • Broad knowledge of tower cranes involved in heavy construction.

  • Excellent leadership skills accompanied by efficiency in time management required.

  • Basic contract knowledge is considered an asset.

  • Working knowledge of computers.

  • Willing to learn or experience with Equipment Management and Cost Tracking.

  • Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with individuals at all levels of the organization.

  • Ability and willingness to travel extensively to construction sites and satellite offices throughout our US and Canadian, as required.

Preferred Training (Not required - Kiewit will provide if not previously completed)

  • Morrow Tower Crane Safety & Inspection

  • Morrow Tower Crane Technical

Additional Training Provided

  • Tower Crane Manufacturer’s

  • Liebherr Tower Cranes

  • Potain Tower Cranes

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Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely

• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $73,129 - $109,694

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Company: Kiewit

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