Edmind Villafranca
Corpus Christi
Summary
Dynamic Crane Operator with extensive experience at Bechtel, recognized for precision lifting and exceptional teamwork. Expert in crane operations and safety management, consistently exceeding lifting capacity targets while ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. Proven ability to lead and train teams, enhancing job site safety and efficiency through effective communication and proactive hazard identification.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crane Operator
Bechtel
Brownsville, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Operated crane equipment to transport materials safely across construction sites.
- Conducted pre-operational inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with ground crew to execute precise lifting and lowering of loads.
- Monitored load weights and adjusted rigging techniques for optimal performance.
- Identified potential hazards during operations, implementing corrective measures proactively.
- Led safety drills to reinforce best practices among team members in high-risk environments.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency by coordinating with project managers on lift schedules.
- 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 in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- 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.
- Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
- Achieved strong reputation for reliability among supervisors, leading to increased responsibility for critical lifts on high-profile projects.
- Assisted in training new crane operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and providing guidance for skill development.
- Maintained optimal equipment performance by performing routine maintenance tasks and promptly addressing issues.
- Consistently met or exceeded lifting capacity targets while maintaining the highest level of safety during all operations.
- Ensured accurate load placement with expert use of rigging techniques and communication with ground crew members.
- Streamlined communication between team members using hand signals, radios, or other means appropriate depending on the situation.
- Increased performance by safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery and equipment.
- Enhanced job site safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and adhering to proper crane operation procedures.
- Utilized mastery of diverse slings, shackles and spreader bars to meet specific project needs.
- Collaborated effectively with project managers, engineers, and other team members to achieve desired results on schedule.
- Adapted seamlessly to new crane technologies, mastering control systems and adopting best practices for safe operation.
- Played an instrumental role in the prevention of accidents or incidents by actively engaging in safety meetings and implementing suggestions for improvement.
- Leveraged knowledge of load charts, rigging techniques, and applicable regulations to ensure compliance across all aspects of crane operation.
- Served as a valuable resource for colleagues by staying current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Agriculture
Texas State Technical College
Harlingen, TX05-2018
Skills
- Crane assembly
- Accurate communication
- Crane operations
- Crane maintenance
- Mobile crane operations
- Precision lifting
- Equipment inspection
- Team collaboration
- Load calculation
- Hand-eye coordination
- Construction safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Crane steering
- Stress tolerance
- Materials movement
- Project planning
- Staff leadership
- Order management
- Permit acquisition
- Heavy machinery operation
- Rigging
- Crane inspections
- OSHA regulations compliance
- Crane capacity
- Telescopic cranes
- Signal interpretation
- NCCCO certified
- Lift reports
- Mobile cranes
- Crane operation
- Jib cranes
- OSHA standards
- Safety management
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Physical strength
- Heavy equipment operation
- Equipment cleaning
- Team building
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Professionalism
- Physical stamina
- Adaptability
- Equipment assembly
- Rigging skills
Certification
Nccco lattice crane
Nccco tll
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Crane Operator
Bechtel
09.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Agriculture
Texas State Technical College