Overview

Walsh is currently seeking a Crane Superintendent in Chicago, IL.

The Crane Superintendent isresponsible for overseeing the assembly, disassembly, service, and repair of all cranes in the fleet. Including RT’s, Telecrawlers, Crawler Cranes, and Tower Cranes. This position will report closely to an Equipment Manager. Will require being self-motivated while either working at the Equipment Division or in the field.

Are you someone that will take ownership for ensuring things are handled right? Do you trust your instincts to ensure that a project is carried out safely? Do you strive to finish projects on schedule and on budget to the highest standard of quality? If yes, then keep reading!

As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

Walsh is a company where, when you work hard, you will be recognized. If this sounds like you, please apply!

Responsibilities

• Fully responsible for building a team.

• Fully responsible for scheduling the team.

• Creates and maintains a professional working environment

• Mentor and trains the team.

• Safe work habits and a history of following safety regulations

• Communicate clearly and professionally

• Reads, understands and follows advanced hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical diagrams

• Has a thorough knowledge of construction crane equipment and proper working function

• Fully and neatly prepares for major repairs including parts ordered

• Responsible for coordinating and prioritizing job site repairs and maintenance thru the Service Manager

• Responsible for systematically modifying / upgrading all crane systems

• Fully responsible for performing thorough and accurate inspections and testing of cranes

• Travel to various job sites throughout the United States

Crane Mechanic Team Professional Functions:

• Oversees the technician team assembling, disassembling, and repair activities.

• Overseas the crane repairs with items obtained from stock, and ordering the production of a replacement part

• Overseas a team that performs tasks independently

• Authorized to be firm and decisive when decisions need to be made regarding equipment repairs and maintenance but required to be polite and understanding when dealing with co-workers or partners

Qualifications

• A minimum of 15 years of construction heavy crane experience

• History of working with different forms of crane equipment (Grove, Linkbelt, Manitowoc, Liebherr)

• The ability to read schematics (both electrical and hydraulic)

• Knowledge of OSHA and BHL standards and safety regulations

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

• Must be able to work in the United States

• High School or Equivalent (preferred)

• Salary Range: $111,000 - $166,000/Yr.

The Walsh Group offers competitive wages and benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Generous Vacation Time & Paid US Holidays

• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Commuter Benefits Program

• Maternity Leave Policy

• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Schedule Overview:

• Balances the work load between the crane preparation in the Chicago Equipment Shop and the needs at the jobsites.

• Travel – is required to travel to national jobsites to solve complex crane events.

• Weekends – as work load requires. Periodic weekends should be expected.

If hired by The Walsh Group, you must be in compliance with your employment location’s COVID-19 related requirements, if any.

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or hr@walshgroup.com .

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran

Job Locations US-IL-Chicago

Requisition ID 2025-14246

Position Type Experienced - Full-Time

Category Superintendent

Division All Divisions