
Joshua Mayes
Crane Technical Manager & Senior Inspector
Biography
Josh Mayes is the Crane Technical Manager as well as a Senior Crane Inspector at Kent Crane. His wealth of knowledge in all types of cranes and equipment coupled with his attention to detail delivers a high-quality service that clients can be confident in. Before becoming a crane inspector, Josh was a Mobile Crane Operator. With over 5 years of work in the field of operating before transitioning to inspection he developed an advanced understanding of safe operating procedures, attention to detail, and real-world application.
Josh is certified to inspect various types of cranes, lift equipment, heavy machinery, and man/material lifts. His universal experience includes the implementation of Federal OSHA standards as well as Washington State Maritime and Construction standards. He is dedicated to provide Kent Crane Inspection & Engineering as well as the industry with a bulletproof product that instills confidence. Josh’s extensive knowledge and expertise across a broad spectrum of equipment gives clients the peace of mind that their equipment is safe and code compliant.
Josh’s 7 years served with the United States Special Operations Command as an Army Ranger has helped develop a sense of pride and accountability to the surrounding community.
About Kent Crane | Inspection and Engineering
At Kent Crane, we believe truth brings light. As an inspection and engineering firm, our purpose is to pursue the truth with humility—and we do that through engineering consulting and inspection.
We specialize in heavy equipment inspection and engineering, and we have the capacity to perform inspection, certification, and engineering services for all types of cranes, hoists, and other lifting equipment. In our increasingly complex world, being safe and prepared is more important than ever. We put humility and service at the forefront and work together to ensure the client is well represented, the system is performing, and everyone goes home to their families at the end of the day.
Pursuing the Truth Through Failure Analysis, Inspection, and Design Since 1983
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- Michael Leach, MS, P.E.
- July 2021
- Case Study
Case Study: Design and Load Test Concrete Washout Pans
In this case study, a concrete construction service hired Kent Engineering (KE) to design and load test concrete washout pans.

- Michael Leach, MS, P.E.
- July 2021
- Case Study
Case Study: Testing for a New Welding Procedure Specification (WPS)
A welding company contacted Kent Engineering (KE) to perform testing for a new Welding Procedure Specification (WPS).

- Randy Kent, MS, P.E.
- June 2020
- Case Study
Case Study: Broken Saddle Adapter for a Lifting-Jack
Our case study involves forensics and litigation support through an independent analysis of the failed saddle adaptor for a lifting-jack.