Employee Spotlight

Meet the Team: Carson Dorsey We’re thrilled to introduce Carson Dorsey to Team Smiley. Carson joins us as the Smiley Crane Division General Manager, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for the rigging industry that's truly commendable. Though Carson is just starting his journey with the Smiley Crane Team, his expertise and dedication promise to make a significant impact. About Carson When Carson isn’t busy managing operations, he’s likely spending quality time with his family. Married for 15 years, Carson and his wife are blessed with two children—a boy and a girl. Originally from Des Moines, Iowa, Carson has called the Phoenix area home for the last 30 years. Industry Experience Carson’s career in the rigging industry began at the young age of 18, and [...]

Meet the Team: James Nefzger We're thrilled to introduce James Nefzger to Team Smiley. James brings with him a wealth of experience and a passion for the industry that's hard to match. He just started with the Smiley Crane Team but has been in the crane industry for about 20 years. James will be working closely with the Heavy Crane Team, ready to make his mark and contribute to our team's success. About James When James isn't busy with cranes, you'll likely find him spending time with his family. With 30 years of marriage under his belt to his wife Stacey, who manages the household, James is a proud father of two grown daughters and five adorable grandkids—all of whom reside locally. James's interests include hunting, camping, [...]

Meet the Team: Samantha Tate - Heavy Crane Admin Samantha Tate Heavy Crane and Rigging Admin Samantha is new to Smiley and the crane world but is excited to learn the industry. She previously worked as an office admin and account manager before furthering her education and becoming an Esthetician. Deciding that the employment opportunity to return to her roots as an office admin was too good to pass up, Samantha started with Smiley earlier this month. Born and raised in Orange County California, she and the love of her life, Tyler Hoffner (Smiley Oiler), moved to Surprise in April 2022. Waiting for the weather to cool down, Samantha is looking forward to enjoying all that the Phoenix area has to offer in hiking, camping, [...]

"Meet the Team" Employee Spotlight - Volunteers Needed Many of you that have been enjoying the employee spotlight each week, so you know that this is a fun way of highlighting team members so that we can get to know each other on a little more personal level. In order to keep this going, I need your help and would love to feature you! I have simplified the process into a questionnaire that I use as notes to write your bio. The questionnaire only takes a few minutes, and you may fill answer the questions as in depth or generic as you like. Once written, I will have you proof your story and will not publish it without your approval. This is an optional exercise [...]

Meet the Team: Beth Farnsworth - Tucson / Heavy Crane Division Beth Farnsworth Dispatch- Tucson / Heavy Crane and Rigging Looking for a change, Beth came to Smiley 1 ½ years ago after working in the medical field for over 13 years. She brought her organizational skills and excellent work ethic to the Tucson office and recently has been working out of the Phoenix Heavy Crane office. The upbeat environment and team-work attitude of her co-workers have help her to learn the industry quickly and enjoy her job. Born in Tucson, Beth lived in Idaho for 10 years before moving back to the area when she was 13. As a single parent since her daughter was five years old, she keeps a very busy schedule. [...]