Chad Craft
Biloxi,MS
Summary
Proven Assistant Crane Operator at Valaris Offshore Drilling, adept in crane maintenance and machine operation, enhanced team collaboration, and safety. Achieved significant efficiency improvements and accident reduction through rigorous adherence to OSHA compliance and innovative rigging techniques. Excelled in leveraging heavy lifting skills and effective communication to meet project deadlines within budget, demonstrating leadership and attention to detail.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Crane Operator
Valaris Offshore Drilling
Houston, TX
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Helped maintain a clean work site by removing debris from crane area after each operation.
- Quickly adapted to new crane models or technology advancements, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on best practices.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to all standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
- Ensured proper rigging techniques were used, increasing overall efficiency and reducing potential accidents during lifting operations.
- Enhanced communication between operators and ground crew, ensuring clear instructions were followed for each lift.
- Participated in pre-lift meetings with team members discussing plans for upcoming lifts, hazards present, risk mitigation strategies, and emergency response procedures if needed.
- Attended training sessions as required to improve skills and maintain certification requirements for an Assistant Crane Operator role.
- Developed strong relationships with coworkers promoting teamwork among the crew during complex lifting tasks.
- Supported crane operator in positioning cranes accurately, minimizing risks associated with heavy lifting operations.
- Assisted in the completion of projects on time and within budget by efficiently operating cranes as directed.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Mendenhall High
Mendenhall, MS05.2007
Skills
- Crane Maintenance
- Machine Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- OSHA Compliance
- Crane Operation Knowledge
- Mobile crane operations
- Team Collaboration
- Staff Leadership
- Crane steering
- Mobile cranes
- Loader cranes
- Roustabout direction
- Truck-mounted cranes
- Tower cranes
- OSHA regulations compliance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
Certification
Basic Firefighting
Qualified Rig Training
THUET 5194 CA-EBS Conjunction-Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System
Helicopter Landing Officer
Advanced Fire Fighting
Timeline
Assistant Crane Operator
Valaris Offshore Drilling
01.2022 - 10.2024
High School Diploma - General Studies
Mendenhall High