View of the Liebherr 1650-8.1 From the Loop 202 We've all seen "Smiley Cranes" while driving around Phoenix, but I had to share this photo taken while stopped in traffic exiting the Loop 202 this morning. Wow- the 1650 is a big crane!
What is a team player? A team player is someone who actively contributes to their group in order to complete tasks, meet goals or manage projects. Team players actively listen to their coworkers, respect ideas and aim to improve the product or process at hand. Team players understand that their team’s success is their own success, and they share responsibility when their team experiences difficulties along the way. Team player qualities and characteristics There are many common soft skills that make individuals great team players. While soft skills are not as easily learned as technical skills, they can certainly be developed with time and practice. Here are several qualities you can focus on to be a better team player: 1. You understand your role As a team member, [...]
Smiley Crane Service: Where Expertise Meets Innovation. Joining Team Smiley in January 2024 is the impressive Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1, a colossal presence featuring both long and short boom options. As Arizona's largest All Terrain Crane, it stands out as one of only five Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 units in the United States configured with both booms, showcasing a remarkable advancement in Smiley Crane's capabilities. At Smiley Crane Service, our commitment to providing top-notch crane solutions is unwavering. With an extensive fleet that includes Boom Trucks and All Terrain Cranes, we ensure the highest standards of precision and reliability in every lift. Stay tuned for exciting developments as we embark on groundbreaking projects, consistently exceeding expectations and reshaping the skyline with our unparalleled crane solutions. Smiley Crane Service: Where [...]
Smiley Crane Service Elevates HVAC Chiller to New Heights at 3300 Tower in Phoenix, AZ In a remarkable display of precision and engineering prowess, Team Smiley Crane recently accomplished a challenging lift operation at the renowned 3300 Tower in Uptown Phoenix, Arizona. The primary objective of this undertaking was the strategic installation of an advanced HVAC chiller. Gracefully standing tall along Central Avenue, the 3300 Tower is a 27-story architectural marvel, reaching an impressive height of 356 feet. The incorporation of the HVAC chiller serves to further enhance the building's infrastructure, ensuring optimal climate control for its occupants. Taking center stage in the 3300 Tower project was the Liebherr LTM 1400-7.1 All Terrain Crane, shining as the star with a remarkable 400-ton capacity. [...]
Field Employee Uniform Ordering Deadline January 25th Just a reminder that the Field Employee Uniform Order email went this week. If you are an employee that works in the field and didn't receive the email, let me know ASAP. The deadline for ordering is January 25th. Please make your selections online or reach out to Jennifer if you are having problems. Once all orders are in, I will be getting our order to the distributors as soon as possible. You are welcome to order whatever you need to look presentable and represent the company with pride until the next ordering cycle (6 months). Orders in access of $300 will have the difference payroll deducted once the orders have processed. Please note that we are in the process [...]
5 Characteristics of a Defensive Driver Defensive driving does not require a high degree of special training. The characteristics of a defensive driver are the same characteristics that apply to many aspects of our lives. Let’s look at the five most important requirements for defensive driving. 1. KNOWLEDGE Defensive drivers take time to educate themselves about safe driving techniques. They know how to recognize hazards and avoid collisions. They know the traffic laws in their area. This knowledge helps them know how to act correctly and quickly in traffic situations. They also know how to properly maintain their vehicles in a safe operating condition. 2. ALERTNESS Defensive drivers are alert, both to traffic conditions and to how their own mental and physical conditions may affect their driving. They pay [...]
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Protecting workers from potential head injuries is an essential component of any workplace safety program, especially in the construction industry, where a head injury can become life-threatening in an instant. Hard hats, if worn properly and consistently, can protect crew members from falling or flying objects, electrical shock hazards and unintentional hard hits against fixed objects. OSHA Standard 1926.100(a) Employees working in areas where there is a possible danger of head injury from impact, or from falling or flying objects, or from electrical shock and burns, shall be protected by protective helmets. In order to be effective, hard hats, or protective helmets, must be penetration-resistant, shock-absorbent, water- and fire-resistant. Hard hats must have easy-to-understand instructions provided that explain proper adjustment as well as how to replace the suspension and headband [...]
W-2 Are Available The 2023 W-2 forms are ready for download on the ADP app/website. If you prefer a paper copy, visit Tami's office for pick-up. ADP Login Link View All Posts
Crane Operator Certifications for SLS Employees We have gotten some questions from employees that would like to get their NCCER Crane Operator Certification or Rigging Certification. We are offering a self-study/tutor program for motivated individuals. Step 1: Check out NCCER Book Kit from Chris Trejo Two week check out period First come first serve Study on the employee’s own time If you have questions while going through the books, get with Chris for tutoring on specific subjects or practice tests. Schedule test date at time of book checkout Step 2: Test SLS picks up testing fees for first try practical and written. Retesting / Additional Training: If the employee fails any part, the employee is responsible for the retest fees. ($100 - written retest and $35 - practical [...]
