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Bryson Solomon

Crowley,LA

Summary

Skilled Crane Operator with background in industrial and construction environments. Possess technical knowledge of crane operations, safety protocols, rigging procedures, and equipment maintenance. Known for maintaining optimal productivity while adhering to high safety standards. Previous roles have consistently resulted in improved operational efficiency and reduced downtime due to effective preventive maintenance and troubleshooting skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Crane Operator

Alliance Industrial Group
Port Sulphur, LA
04.2024 - Current
  • Calculated weight limits based upon boom length, angle of lift, radius of swing and type of load being lifted.
  • Loaded and unloaded material from trucks and other vehicles using the crane.
  • Adjusted controls such as levers, pedals, throttles, brakes, switches and buttons to control crane movement or functions such as hoisting and lowering booms, slewing and traversing cranes on rails, swinging loads horizontally and vertically, extending outriggers, setting up jibs and activating auxiliary hoists.
  • Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
  • Utilized remote controls or radio devices to operate the crane.
  • Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
  • Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
  • Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to ensure proper placement of materials.

Crane Rigger

Cajun Industries LLC.
Port Sulphur, LA
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
  • Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
  • Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
  • Assisted in the assembly of cranes and other heavy equipment.
  • Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo with a crane.
  • Managed crane set-up and breakdown, ensuring efficient operation during jobs.

Rigger

Contracted
Crowley, LA
06.2020 - 01.2021
  • Set up metal pipes and support cables in effective arrangements for required loads.
  • Conducted frequent safety evaluations on rigging equipment.
  • Reviewed job specifications and site conditions to determine appropriate rigging configurations.
  • Sorted and erected steel, bolt-up and torque connections.
  • Monitored gauges and controls while operating equipment to ensure efficiency and safety standards were met.
  • Communicated regularly with supervisor regarding progress of tasks and any issues that arose during operation of machinery.
  • Assisted in the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines, water lines, electrical conduits.

Equipment Operator

Vivot Construction
Saint Croix, VI
09.2019 - 06.2020
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
  • Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.

Pile Driver

Betchel
Hackberry, LA
06.2018 - 09.2019
  • Calculated torque settings for each job based on soil conditions, depth of the pile, size of hammer and type of piling material used.
  • Maintained logs of all daily activities related to pile driving operations.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from barges or trucks onto work sites using cranes or hoists.
  • Assisted in rigging up various types of piling equipment including hydraulic impact hammers, vibratory hammers, diesel hammers and auger systems.
  • Operated pile driving equipment to drive steel and timber piles into the ground.
  • Observed construction progress throughout projects to ensure adherence to specifications set forth by engineers.

Equipment Operator

McDermott
Hackberry, LA
03.2016 - 06.2018
  • Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
  • Assisted supervisors in preparing detailed reports related to completion of assigned jobs.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading of materials from trucks and trailers.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding health, safety, environment protection standards and regulations.
  • Participated actively in weekly safety meetings held by the site manager.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
  • Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites.

Rigger

Zachary Construction
Port Arthur, TX
04.2014 - 05.2018
  • Provide technical advice, support regarding installation, operation issues related to theatrical flying systems.
  • Follow manufacturer's instructions for maintenance and storage of rigging equipment.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Coordinated with other engineers and construction professionals to manage various stages of construction projects.
  • Built scaffolding for construction sites.
  • Safely disassemble rigging equipment when no longer needed for a production or performance.

Rigger

PSC Crane & Rigging
Piqua, OH
02.2015 - 03.2016
  • Follow manufacturer's instructions for maintenance and storage of rigging equipment.
  • Position stage scenery, lighting fixtures, props, and other objects with precision accuracy using hoists, pulleys, winches, lifts, and cranes.
  • Perform regular checks on all cables and ropes used in order to ensure they meet safety standards.
  • Inspect rigging equipment for any visible damage or defects prior to use.
  • Coordinated structural and heavy lifts with properly rigged equipment.
  • Adjust cable tension as needed during the course of a performance or production.

Education

High School Diploma -

Crowley High School
Crowley, LA
05-2009

Skills

  • Crane operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Time management
  • Rigging techniques
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Load calculations

Certification

  • Certified Operator
  • NCCER Certified Welder
  • NCCCO Certification
  • Advanced Rigging Gold Card
  • TWIC Card, PEC Card
  • Rescue Training with Harness and Wench

Timeline

Crane Operator

Alliance Industrial Group
04.2024 - Current

Crane Rigger

Cajun Industries LLC.
01.2022 - 12.2023

Rigger

Contracted
06.2020 - 01.2021

Equipment Operator

Vivot Construction
09.2019 - 06.2020

Pile Driver

Betchel
06.2018 - 09.2019

Equipment Operator

McDermott
03.2016 - 06.2018

Rigger

PSC Crane & Rigging
02.2015 - 03.2016

Rigger

Zachary Construction
04.2014 - 05.2018

High School Diploma -

Crowley High School

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