Brian Porter

• Operated crane equipment to lift, move, and position materials safely on job sites.
• Performed pre-operation inspections and reported mechanical issues before starting lifts.
• Interpreted load charts to determine safe lifting capacities and rigging requirements.
• Coordinated with signal persons to execute precise lifts and maintain site safety.
• Secured loads using rigging gear, hooks, and attachments for stable transport.
• Monitored equipment controls to maintain smooth operation and accurate material placement.
• Followed safety procedures and OSHA requirements during crane setup and lifting activities.
• Assisted with routine equipment maintenance and kept work areas organized and hazard-free.
• Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
• Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
• Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
• Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
• Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
• Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
• Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.

• Operated overhead and mobile cranes to lift, move, and position materials safely
• Inspected rigging, hooks, chains, and controls before each lift to verify equipment readiness
• Interpreted load charts and lift plans to complete precise material placements
• Coordinated hand signals and radio communication with ground crews during hoisting operations
• Secured loads using approved rigging methods to maintain stability and prevent damage
• Monitored worksite conditions and adjusted crane movements to support safe operations
• Documented equipment checks and reported mechanical issues for timely maintenance
• Assisted newer operators with safe lifting procedures and site-specific operating practices
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while operating cranes for complex lifts, ensuring minimal disruption to surroundings.

• Operated mobile crane for industrial lifts, following load charts, rigging plans, and site safety procedures.
• Inspected crane components, wire ropes, hooks, and controls before use to ensure safe operation.
• Coordinated with riggers, signal persons, and supervisors to execute precise lifts in active work zones.
• Positioned crane equipment for efficient access, maintaining stability on varied terrain and confined sites.

Operate crawler cranes and mobile cranes

Heavy haul truck driver to haul cranes

Supervise and evaluate new crane operators