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Chet Kolder

Chet Kolder

Addis,LA

Summary

Seasoned industry worker offering 9 years of industrial and mechanical experience. A dependable employee who displays efficient, safe, and on-time task completion. Communicates precisely with team members, supervision, and coworkers to promote project completion and adherence to safety protocols.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
3
3

Certifications

Work History

Crane Operator

Cajun Industries LLC.
03.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Operated Swing Cab and Fixed Cab cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
  • Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
  • Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
  • Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while operating cranes for complex lifts, ensuring minimal disruption to surroundings.
  • Experienced in inspecting cranes and related equipment for safety and operational defects.
  • Achieved strong reputation for reliability among supervisors, leading to increased demand and responsibility.
  • Assisted in training new crane operators and riggers, sharing knowledge of best practices and providing guidance for skill development.
  • Utilized mastery of diverse slings, shackles and spreader bars to meet specific project needs.
  • Minimized downtime by troubleshooting mechanical issues quickly, working closely with maintenance staff for prompt repairs.
  • Played an instrumental role in the prevention of accidents or incidents by actively engaging in safety meetings and implementing suggestions for improvement.

Crane and Rigging Foreman

Wyatt Field Service
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of rigging activities, contributing to better project management and record-keeping efforts.
  • Improved overall rigging safety by conducting thorough inspections.
  • Provided expert guidance on selecting appropriate rigging and equipment for specific tasks, ensuring optimal performance of the entire lifting operation.
  • Increased overall efficiency with effective communication between departments and proper coordination of tasks.
  • Streamlined processes by establishing clear roles and responsibilities within the rigging team.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the rigging team, encouraging open discussion of challenges and exploring innovative solutions to enhance overall performance.
  • Assisted in developing comprehensive risk assessments, enabling proactive mitigation strategies for potential hazards during lifting and bull rigging operations.
  • Ensured adherence to industry standards, facilitating a safe working environment for all crew members.

Lift Director

Optimal Field Services
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Planned and organized lifting operations in order to safely and efficiently meet deadlines.
  • Delegated tasks to crew members based on expertise and experience to allow for safe and timely completion of projects.
  • Fostered an environment of learning where the more experienced crew members actively sought out opportunities to teach less experienced crew members
  • Ensured all safety regulations were followed, maintaining compliance with all company and client policies, and that no shortcuts were taken, especially if it forced safely to assume a subsidiary role

Crane and Rigging Foreman

Turner Industries LLC
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
  • Worked alongside supervision of all crafts to fully support their efforts in completing the project in a safe and timely manner.
  • Ensured all company and client policies were followed and standard regulations were maintained in regards to both safety and procedure to allow for a successful completion of the project.
  • Led pre-shift safety meetings, making certain that all crew members were fully aware of potential hazards they may come across during the shift in order to mitigate any potential for injury to personal or property.

NCCER Certified Advanced Rigger

Cajun Industries LLC.
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Successfully completed complex lifts for large-scale projects, demonstrating advanced skills in load control and stability management.
  • Reduced downtime with meticulous inspections of rigging equipment, ensuring timely maintenance and replacements.
  • Collaborated with supervision of other crafts in designing custom lifting solutions for unique project needs or challenging circumstances.
  • Increased workplace safety by conducting comprehensive pre-lift meetings to align all crew members on proper procedures.
  • Attached loads using slings, shackles, hooks, cables, spreader beams, and other rigging equipment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in craft by successfully completing job scope using varying rigging methods and lifting equipment.
  • Assisted other crafts, not only in lift support, but also in hands-on cooperative efforts to complete job tasks.

Education

Chemical Engineering/Finance

Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA

High School Diploma -

Mathematics, Science, And Arts Academy, West
Plaquemine, LA
05.2012

Skills

  • Mobile Crane Operations
  • Advanced Rigging Knowledge
  • Crane Assembly and Disassembly
  • Accurate Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Construction Safety Understanding
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Supervision Experience
  • Job Site Coordination
  • Lift Planning
  • Hazard Identification
  • OSHA Standards

Certification

  • NCCCO Crane Operator
  • NCCER Advanced Rigger
  • NCCER Boilermaker

Interests

Family

Music

Timeline

Crane Operator

Cajun Industries LLC.
03.2024 - Current

Crane and Rigging Foreman

Wyatt Field Service
03.2024 - 03.2024

Lift Director

Optimal Field Services
01.2024 - 03.2024

Crane and Rigging Foreman

Turner Industries LLC
10.2022 - 01.2024

NCCER Certified Advanced Rigger

Cajun Industries LLC.
11.2021 - 10.2022

Chemical Engineering/Finance

Louisiana State University And A&M College

High School Diploma -

Mathematics, Science, And Arts Academy, West

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