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Craig Naquin

Hammond,La

Summary

Resourceful specialist with a strong background in problem-solving, data analysis, and customer service. Highly skilled at adapting quickly to new technologies and processes to drive success. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and develop innovative solutions. Experienced competency specialist and lead instructor/assessor, certified by the Scottish Qualifications Authority at SCQF in Learning and Development 9D. Certified class "A" unlimited hydraulic pedestal crane operator with 2QO certification. Lifting authority for API and certified LOLER competent person. Proficient in ISNetworld and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Skilled instructor for lifting and hoisting, with expertise in crane operations according to OSHA, 1910, 1926, 1915 standards, API RP2D, UK standards Norwegian standards, Italian standards and Australian standards. Offshore logistics coordinator responsible for personnel and equipment coordination. Holds a current Class B CDL with airbrakes (expired HazMat rating). Strongly orientated in safe operations by standards and regulations according to OSHA through and industry safe practices.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Competency Specialist- Lead Instructor/Assessor

Altrad-Sparrows Offshore
07.2022 - Current
  • Support the ongoing content development of the Sparrows Competence program
  • Development of instructors and assessors both onshore and offshore
  • Audit training classes
  • Local Lifting Focal Point – Lift Sponsor
  • Carry out classes in Crane Operator, Rigging, Forklift, Aerial Platform, Gin Pole, Overhead Crane, and Crane Inspector
  • Instruct others on safety and standards for offshore and onshore operations
  • Perform Risk Assessments, Safety Audits, and Toolbox Talks with students
  • Perform Crane operator assessments
  • L&D9D Assessor for Lifting and Hoisting accordance with API RP2D, OSHA and U.K
  • Standards (LOLER, B.S
  • 7121.11 and PUWER).
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Developed training materials to enhance staff proficiency and productivity.

Instructor-Assessor

Sparrows Offshore
06.2015 - 07.2022
  • Lead and develop other instructors in best practices in giving classes and hands-on instructions as per employer’s expectations
  • L&D9D Assessor for Lifting and Hoisting accordance with API RP 2D, OSHA and U.K
  • Standards (LOLER, B.S
  • 7121.11 and PUWER)
  • Verify the competency of our employees and clients on the respective roles and job title through testing and questioning
  • Carry out classes in Crane Operator, Rigging, Forklift, Aerial Platform, Gin Pole, Overhead Crane, and Crane Inspector
  • For API and U.K
  • Standards
  • Instruct others on safety and standards for offshore and onshore operations
  • Administer written exams, hands on practical training and crane operator assessments
  • Perform Risk Assessments, Safety Audits, Toolbox Talks and Coaching.

Foreman/ Friction & Hydraulic Crane Operator

Danos Oilfield Construction
10.2014 - 06.2015
  • Operated both hydraulic and mechanical (friction) cranes at various docks
  • Operated forklifts
  • Crew Supervisor.

Class B Truck Driver

ACME Truck Lines
03.2014 - 08.2014
  • Drove a Flatbed truck tagged for 73,000# delivering oilfield equipment around the country.

Offshore Crane Operator/LLFP/HLO, Logistics Coordinator

Grand Isle Shipyard
12.2008 - 12.2013
  • Warehouse Supervisor, Worked with SAP, Production Operator Trainee on Shell Platforms
  • Crane Operator/ Deck Supervisor on Chevron Platforms
  • Crane Op
  • Deck Supervisor, Logistics Coordinator Utilities man, warehouse/ tool room Supervisor, Production Operator Trainee on Exxon/Mobile Platforms.

Department Manager

Rouses Supermarket #6
10.2008 - 12.2008
  • Manage and supervise crew for the dairy department
  • Inventory and order merchandise.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Mobile Crane Operator/Driver

Louisiana Crane Company
03.2008 - 05.2008
  • Drove and operated 255 Ton mobile crane.

Class B CDL Driver

JH Walker Trucking
12.2007 - 02.2008
  • Drove 18 Ton flatbed truck delivering oilfield equipment.

Electric Line Shop Foreman/ Electric line/ Wireline Operator

Premium Well Services
09.2007 - 11.2007
  • Elevated Boats Inc
  • Houma, LA - Deck Hand/ Crane Operator
  • Kept up routine maintenance on the engines, generators, cranes and leg jacks
  • Operated a 15ton and a 30ton hydraulic pedestal crane.

Owner/ Operator

Custom Media Systems
01.2006 - 12.2006
  • Installed and serviced media and satellite communications systems in commercial and residential settings.

E-Line “A” Operator / Crane Operator/ B CDL Truck Driver

Perf-O-Log
08.2003 - 12.2005
  • Lead operator of Electric Line for Through Tubing Well Services
  • Operate Offshore pedestal cranes and mobile cranes
  • Drive perforator trucks Class “B” CDL.

Hydraulics Mechanic

Cross Services
12.2002 - 05.2003
  • Service all types of hydraulic equipment.

Crane Assembly Mechanic/ Operator

Applied Hydraulics
08.1999 - 02.2002
  • Assemble and service offshore pedestal cranes
  • Obtained a Formal certification to operate cranes (As before this time, I had been operating mobile and crawler cranes without a certification).

Satellite Communications Tech

Convergent Media Systems
01.1996 - 01.1999
  • Install and service satellite communication systems.

Helicopter Plane Captain/ Flight Crew (Observer), Flight Line Shop Leader, Helicopter Mechanic

United States Marine Corps/ Reserves
01.1992 - 01.1999

Electronic Service Tech

Alarm Detection Systems
01.1992 - 01.1996
  • Repair, install and service burglar and fire alarms in both residential and commercial.

Electronics Service Tech

Cajun Electronics
01.1989 - 01.1992
  • Repair Home and commercial electronic equipment
  • Repair and install Satellite communication equipment.

Stocker

Rouses Supermarket #4
01.1987 - 01.1989
  • Stock merchandise on shelves
  • Operated a hand truck and a Class IV P.I.T
  • (forklift)

Education

Business Management -

Online Training & Education
2024

Organizational Leadership And Finances

USMCR-
Kansas City, KS -

Business Studies Graduate -

South Terrebonne H.S.
Bourg, LA
01.1991

Basic Electronics I&II -

Terrebonne Vo-Tech
Houma, LA
01.1991

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Expert Problem Solving
  • Documentation Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Management collaboration
  • Technical communication
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Quality Assessment
  • System installations
  • Schematics Interpretation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Self Motivation
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Organizational Skills
  • Task Prioritization
  • Project Planning
  • Audit reporting

Certification

  • L&D9D Assessor (Scottish Authority)
  • OSHA 10 Hour- General Industry
  • Lifting Authority- API
  • Sparrows Qualified Crane Operator-API
  • Sparrows Qualified Rigger- API
  • Over Head Crane Operator
  • LSU FETI Marine Fire Fighting Certified
  • Local Lifting Focal Point (Lifting Supervisor)
  • TWIC Card Holder
  • OPITO BOSIET/FOET Certified
  • Powered Industrial Truck Operator
  • Crawler Crane (Mechanical & non-mechanical) & Mobile Crane Qualified- OSHA
  • HLO/ HLA
  • H2S Trained and Certified
  • Aerial Lift Operator
  • Gulf Coast Safety Council - Basic Plus

Timeline

Competency Specialist- Lead Instructor/Assessor

Altrad-Sparrows Offshore
07.2022 - Current

Instructor-Assessor

Sparrows Offshore
06.2015 - 07.2022

Foreman/ Friction & Hydraulic Crane Operator

Danos Oilfield Construction
10.2014 - 06.2015

Class B Truck Driver

ACME Truck Lines
03.2014 - 08.2014

Offshore Crane Operator/LLFP/HLO, Logistics Coordinator

Grand Isle Shipyard
12.2008 - 12.2013

Department Manager

Rouses Supermarket #6
10.2008 - 12.2008

Mobile Crane Operator/Driver

Louisiana Crane Company
03.2008 - 05.2008

Class B CDL Driver

JH Walker Trucking
12.2007 - 02.2008

Electric Line Shop Foreman/ Electric line/ Wireline Operator

Premium Well Services
09.2007 - 11.2007

Owner/ Operator

Custom Media Systems
01.2006 - 12.2006

E-Line “A” Operator / Crane Operator/ B CDL Truck Driver

Perf-O-Log
08.2003 - 12.2005

Hydraulics Mechanic

Cross Services
12.2002 - 05.2003

Crane Assembly Mechanic/ Operator

Applied Hydraulics
08.1999 - 02.2002

Satellite Communications Tech

Convergent Media Systems
01.1996 - 01.1999

Helicopter Plane Captain/ Flight Crew (Observer), Flight Line Shop Leader, Helicopter Mechanic

United States Marine Corps/ Reserves
01.1992 - 01.1999

Electronic Service Tech

Alarm Detection Systems
01.1992 - 01.1996

Electronics Service Tech

Cajun Electronics
01.1989 - 01.1992

Stocker

Rouses Supermarket #4
01.1987 - 01.1989

Business Management -

Online Training & Education

Organizational Leadership And Finances

USMCR-

Business Studies Graduate -

South Terrebonne H.S.

Basic Electronics I&II -

Terrebonne Vo-Tech
Craig Naquin