Douglas King
Louisville,MS
Summary
Hardworking professional experienced in Crane and Rigging ready for challenging assignments. Reliable in completing quality work and exceeding expectations.
Hardworking professional experienced in field and ready for challenging assignments. Reliable in completing quality work and exceeding expectations.
Reliable professional with skills and attention required to complete safe, accurate work. Dependable in following orders and coordinating with team. OSHA-trained and fully compliant with standards.
Hardworking crane operator versed in determining load weights and operating within safety and equipment guidelines. Offering several years of industry experience, including crane, tower and heavy equipment knowledge. Focused and diligent with superior work ethic.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Crane Operator/Rigger
Alliance Industrial Group LLC.
Houston, Texas
04.2022 - Current
- Worked closely with riggers to ensure proper load handling techniques were used during lifts.
- Maintained crane operations logs and records of maintenance activities.
- Verified that all safety devices are functioning properly before each shift.
- Loaded and unloaded material from trucks and other vehicles using the crane.
- Confirmed that all personnel are clear from the area before moving a load with the crane.
Crane Operator
Zachry Industrial
Houston, TX
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Maintained records relating to product output numbers, scrap rate analysis, downtime reports.
- Maintained crane operations logs and records of maintenance activities.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Assisted with rigging operations as required.
- Monitored loads for stability during lifting operations.
- Utilized remote controls or radio devices to operate the crane.
- Worked closely with riggers to ensure proper load handling techniques were used during lifts.
- Loaded and unloaded material from trucks and other vehicles using the crane.
- Confirmed that all personnel are clear from the area before moving a load with the crane.
- Assisted other workers in securing loads onto pallets for transport by forklift truck or overhead crane.
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
- 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.
- Calculated weight limits based upon boom length, angle of lift, radius of swing and type of load being lifted.
- Maintained cranes by inspecting for defects or wear, lubricated ropes and winches and replaced worn out cables.
- Performed routine crane repairs and assisted other operators.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
- Maintained accurate crane operator log books detailing seat time, jobs, locations, cranes used and daily hours.
- Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Mentored new employees on safety protocols and equipment procedures.
- Guided team members in arranging blocking or outrigging under cranes.
- Inspected crane mechanisms and lifting accessories to maintain functionality and identify malfunctions.
- Cleaned and lubricated cables, pulleys and grappling devices.
Operator/Rigger
CBI Constitution
Houston, Texas
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Maintained records relating to product output numbers, scrap rate analysis, downtime reports.
Crane Operator
SEACOR Marine
Houston, Texas
04.2008 - 06.2015
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Assisted with rigging operations as required.
- Utilized remote controls or radio devices to operate the crane.
- Adhered strictly to loading charts for specific types of cranes when lifting heavy objects.
- Loaded and unloaded material from trucks and other vehicles using the crane.
- Confirmed that all personnel are clear from the area before moving a load with the crane.
- Reported any mechanical problems or malfunctions immediately so they can be addressed promptly.
- Assisted other workers in securing loads onto pallets for transport by forklift truck or overhead 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.
- Calculated weight limits based upon boom length, angle of lift, radius of swing and type of load being lifted.
- Maintained cranes by inspecting for defects or wear, lubricated ropes and winches and replaced worn out cables.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations at all times while operating the crane.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
- Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
- Maintained accurate crane operator log books detailing seat time, jobs, locations, cranes used and daily hours.
- Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
- Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
- Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations.
- Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
- Monitored cables and grappling devices for wear and replaced cables according to preventive maintenance schedule.
- Mentored new employees on safety protocols and equipment procedures.
- Loaded or unloaded deliveries and shipments, taking care to avoid damage and safety risks.
- Adjusted cables and pulleys to prevent damage to cranes.
- Guided team members in arranging blocking or outrigging under cranes.
- Inspected crane mechanisms and lifting accessories to maintain functionality and identify malfunctions.
- Cleaned and lubricated cables, pulleys and grappling devices.
Rigger
Montco Marine
Larose, Louisiana
09.2005 - 09.2008
- Troubleshoot problems with rigging systems during performances or productions.
- Perform regular checks on all cables and ropes used in order to ensure they meet safety standards.
- Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed while setting up and operating rigging systems.
- Set up rigging equipment for use in production sets and stages.
- Inspect rigging equipment for any visible damage or defects prior to use.
- Train new crew members on proper techniques for setting up and operating rigging systems safely.
- Provide technical advice, support regarding installation, operation issues related to theatrical flying systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Winston Academy
Louisville, MS05-1993
Skills
- Parts inspection
- NCCCO certified
- Equipment Repair
- Roustabout direction
- Telescopic cranes
- Mobile cranes
- Equipment Inspection
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Interpersonal Communication
- Load Calculation
- Materials Movement
- Equipment Maintenance
- Truck-mounted cranes
- Construction safety
- Safety protocol
- Maintenance and repairs
- Crane Operations
- Crane mount drill rigs (RTC) operation
- Project Planning
Timeline
Crane Operator/Rigger
Alliance Industrial Group LLC.
04.2022 - Current
Crane Operator
Zachry Industrial
10.2020 - 01.2023
Operator/Rigger
CBI Constitution
08.2015 - 08.2020
Crane Operator
SEACOR Marine
04.2008 - 06.2015
Rigger
Montco Marine
09.2005 - 09.2008
High School Diploma -
Winston Academy