About NWF Crane
MEET THE MAN
BEHIND THE
INSPECTION.
Robert Lewis founded NWF Crane Consulting & Inspections after more than four decades working in the crane and construction industry across Northwest Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi.
Every inspection Robert performs is thorough, impartial, and backed by nationally-recognized NCCCO certification — not just a signature on a form.
His Story
OVER 40 YEARS. ONE STANDARD.
Robert Lewis started in the crane and construction industry back in the 1980s in Northwest Florida — working his way from operating boom trucks to managing lifts with 600-ton mobile cranes. Over the course of four-plus decades, he built an unmatched understanding of how cranes work, what can go wrong, and what it takes to keep a job site safe.
Along the way, Robert became a familiar face at NW Florida plants, military installations, and government facilities — leading pre-lift meetings and coordinating facility access for some of the most demanding lift operations in the Gulf Coast region.
He founded NWF Crane Consulting & Inspections to put that experience to work for equipment owners, contractors, and fleet managers who need someone they can trust — not just a form filler. When Robert signs off on an inspection, it means something.
Career History
FOUR DECADES IN
THE FIELD.
Starting in the Industry
Robert Lewis began his career in the crane and construction industry in Northwest Florida, operating boom trucks and smaller mobile cranes on local job sites.
Expanding to Larger Equipment
Progressed to operating and managing increasingly heavy equipment — up to 600-ton mobile cranes — on industrial, commercial, and government projects across the Gulf Coast.
Pre-Lift Planning & Consulting
Began leading pre-lift meetings and coordinating facility access at NW Florida plants, military bases, and government facilities. Earned CDL Class A license.
OSHA & Safety Credentials
Completed OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour Outreach Training Programs, becoming fully qualified for supervisory-level safety roles on any job site.
NCCCO Certified Inspector
Became a certified Mobile Crane Inspector through the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO). Certified crane operator through 2030. Founded NWF Crane Consulting & Inspections.
Qualifications
CREDENTIALS & CERTIFICATIONS
NCCCO Mobile Crane Inspector
Certified through 2030
Certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators. Inspections are performed using detailed checklists developed by the Crane Institute of America and with reference to applicable OSHA regulations and ASME standards.
OSHA 10 & 30 Hour Trained
Both programs completed
Completed both OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour Outreach Training Programs covering workplace safety hazard recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention. Qualified for supervisory safety roles.
Fully Licensed Business
FL Licensed · Insured
NWF Crane Consulting & Inspections is a fully licensed and insured inspection and consultation service provider. Every report is backed by professional liability coverage.
CDL Class A License
Commercial driver
Holds a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A, enabling independent transport of equipment and cranes to job sites across the service region without third-party coordination delays.
Where We Work
SERVING THE
GULF COAST
REGION.
NWF Crane Consulting & Inspections serves clients across Northwest Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi. Robert is personally familiar with facilities, plants, and military installations throughout the region — no ramp-up time needed.
Check Your AreaNorthwest Florida
Alabama
Mississippi
Robert's Personal Commitment
YOU'LL ALWAYS REACH
THE INSPECTOR.
When you call or email NWF Crane Consulting, Robert personally responds — no later than close of business the same day. You get the expert, not an answering service.