Drew Coker
West Columbia
Summary
Industrious professional offering many years of crane operation expertise. Versed in cable and grappling device inspection, maintenance, and replacement. Accustomed to assessing equipment to maintain and functionality with minimal downtime.
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.
Safety-conscious Crane Operator known for maintaining high levels of productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in operating tower, mobile, and overhead cranes with precision in various weather conditions and job sites. Specialize in load calculation, machinery maintenance, and safety compliance. Excel in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving to enhance operational flow and workplace safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crane Operator
UPS industrial services
Deer Park
10.2019 - Current
- Trained and monitored junior crane operators, communicating tasks clearly and giving regular, constructive feedback.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
- Adjusted cables and pulleys to prevent damage to cranes.
- Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
- Maintained crane operations logs and records of maintenance activities.
- Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
- Reported any mechanical problems or malfunctions immediately so they can be addressed promptly.
- Maintained accurate crane operator log books detailing seat time, jobs, locations, cranes used and daily hours.
- Worked closely with riggers to ensure proper load handling techniques were used during lifts.
- Assisted with rigging operations as required.
- Calculated load weights and verified lifting capacities to prevent overload.
- Maintained cranes by inspecting for defects or wear, lubricated ropes and winches and replaced worn out cables.
- Mentored new employees on safety protocols and equipment procedures.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Rigger
Zachry Industrial
La Porte
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Maintain detailed records regarding inspections of all rigging components used on a project.
- Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
- Sorted and erected steel, bolt-up and torque connections.
- Unloaded materials and arranged in specific locations.
- Train new crew members on proper techniques for setting up and operating rigging systems safely.
- Safely disassemble rigging equipment when no longer needed for a production or performance.
- Maintained open communication with crane and other equipment operators to smoothly transport loads.
- Perform regular checks on all cables and ropes used in order to ensure they meet safety standards.
- Troubleshoot problems with rigging systems during performances or productions.
- Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
- Planned and prepared rigging before performances and handled rigging changes during performances.
Rigger
KBR
Deer Park
04.2017 - 02.2018
- Maintain detailed records regarding inspections of all rigging components used on a project.
- Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
- Sorted and erected steel, bolt-up and torque connections.
- Safely disassemble rigging equipment when no longer needed for a production or performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Rigger
Joyce Crane
Longview
10.2012 - 01.2016
- Determine appropriate load-bearing capacity of various types of rigging systems and components.
- Coordinated structural and heavy lifts with properly rigged equipment.
- Unloaded materials and arranged in specific locations.
- Conduct risk assessments before each performance or production in order to identify potential hazards associated with the use of lifting devices.
- Conducted frequent safety evaluations on rigging equipment.
- Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Education
GED -
Tatum High School
Tatum, TX05-2010
Skills
- Crane operation
- Load calculation
- Rigging techniques
- Safety compliance
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- OSHA standards
- Safety inspections
- Professionalism
- Multitasking
- Materials movement
- Decision-making
- Quality assurance
- Crane maintenance
- Staff leadership
- Relationship building
- Rigging
- Heavy machinery operation
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Nccco crane operator certification
- Nccer advanced rigging certification
Timeline
Crane Operator
UPS industrial services
10.2019 - Current
Rigger
Zachry Industrial
05.2018 - 09.2019
Rigger
KBR
04.2017 - 02.2018
Rigger
Joyce Crane
10.2012 - 01.2016
GED -
Tatum High School