Hunter Bazzone
Moss Point,MS
Summary
Driven and safety-focused Crane Operator with experience operating a variety of crane types and ensuring efficient, well-coordinated jobsite operations. Demonstrates a strong commitment to workplace safety and the well-being of all personnel. Highly professional, dependable, and motivated to advance into a General Foreman role. Actively supports and mentors fellow crane operators, offering guidance and assistance to promote team success. Communicates effectively with supervisors and site leadership to ensure smooth, safe, and productive operations.
Overview
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Certification
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumbers helper
Waltman Plumbing
Gautier, Mississippi
- Duties consisted of: residential and commercial plumbing and operating a mini excavator.
Helper/operator
Top Ship
Pascagoula, Mississippi
- Worked as an intern
- Responsible for keeping up the grounds
- Operated various types of forklifts and overhead cranes
- Heavy lift transporter (Lift King 300 Ton)
- Operated a Liebherr 1280, 50 Ton Grove Picker.
- Worked rigging, tying off boats for storms and other various reasons, and assisted training boat crews.
Crane operator
Halter
Pascagoula, MS
- Operating Various Cranes-Manitowoc 4000, Manitowoc 2250, Sany 550 Ton, Sany 260 Ton, American 9310, Link-belt 30 Ton Picker, Grove Neck Breaker 20 Ton Picker, Terex 50 Ton Picker, 4100 Manitowoc Crawler Crane Lattice Boom, American Gantry/Portal Crane 600 Ton.
- -Operating Heavy Lift Transporters-Schuler 500 Ton (Cab and Remote), Schuler 200 Ton (Cab and Remote).
- -Operating Forklifts-Sky Trac Extended Boom, JLG Extended Boom, Genie Extended Boom, Caterpillar, Nissan, Taylor Big Red, numerous shop forklifts, Caterpillar Front End Loader.
- -Assisted with rigging and tying vessels off for storms.
Crane operator
Ingalls
Pascagoula, MS
- Operating Cranes-Link-belt 218 Lattice Boom Truck Crane, Grove RT 880E, Manitowoc 222 Lattice Boom Truck Crane, 3900 Manitowoc, American Rail Crane.
- Operated cranes to lift and move heavy materials on construction sites.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate lifting operations effectively.
- Adjusted crane settings based on load requirements and site conditions.
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
Lead/Crane operator
McAbee Construction
Gulfport, Mississippi
- Operating Cranes-Link-belt RT 8050.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure secure crane operations on job sites.
- Collaborated with site managers to plan and execute lifting operations effectively.
- Monitored load weights to prevent overloading during lifts and moves.
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
- Confirmed that all personnel are clear from the area before moving a load with the crane.
Lattice boom crane operator
LG Barcus and Sons
Baytown, Texas
- Operated cranes-HC 100 Terex Crawler.
- Drove auger cast piles.
- Operated mobile and fixed cranes to lift and move heavy materials.
- Conducted pre-operation safety checks to ensure equipment functionality.
- Communicated with ground crew to coordinate safe lifting operations.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Documented daily operations and maintenance activities for compliance records.
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
Crane operator
Power Incorporated
Pascagoula, Mississippi
- Operating Cranes-Lattice Boom Crawler (LBC) and Swing Cab (TLL), Grove RT 890E, Grove RT 770E, Grove RT 535E, Manitowoc 14000.
- Operated cranes to lift and move heavy materials on construction sites.
- Inspected crane equipment for safety and proper functioning before use.
- Adjusted crane settings based on load requirements and site conditions.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
- Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
- Calculated weight limits based upon boom length, angle of lift, radius of swing and type of load being lifted.
Crane operator
Cajun Industries at LNG
Port Sulphur, Louisiana
- Operated Cranes- Lattice Boom Crawler, LIEBHERR LR-1300, Manitowoc 14000, Kobelco 1600, Kobelco 2000, Kobelco 2750, Link-Belt 238, Link-Belt 248.
- Swing Cab (TLL) – Tadano GR1000XL, Tadano GR800XL.
- Operated cranes to lift and move heavy materials on construction sites.
- Inspected crane equipment for safety and proper functioning before use.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate lifting operations effectively.
- Communicated with ground crew to ensure safe loads and movements.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during crane operations.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling procedures.
- Adjusted crane settings based on load requirements and site conditions.
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
- Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
- Confirmed that all personnel are clear from the area before moving a load with the crane.
Crane Operator Foreman
Archer Western
Belle Chasse, Louisiana
- Completed Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and developed detailed lift plans to ensure compliance with site safety standards and operational requirements.
- Managed and approved timekeeping for crew members, ensuring accurate reporting of labor hours and productivity.
- Enforced safety protocols by ensuring all crew members and nearby personnel wore appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and followed safe work practices.
- Coordinated material unloading operations, including reviewing and processing all required trucking and delivery documentation.
- Operated on-site cranes in the absence of a designated crane operator, maintaining safe and efficient lifting operations.
- Trained and evaluated operators on loaders, skid steers, and telehandlers.
- Assisted crane operators with inspections of cranes to verify readiness and compliance with safety standards.
Crane Operator
APC Construction
Belle Chasse, Louisiana
- Operated Cranes- 1600 Kobelco, 2500 Kobelco.
- Drove Piles.
- Operated cranes to lift and move construction materials safely.
- Conducted pre-operation safety checks on crane equipment daily.
- Monitored load weights and adjusted operations accordingly.
- Communicated effectively with team members during lifting operations.
- Followed safety protocols and regulations at all times on-site.
- Trained new operators on safe crane operation procedures and practices.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
Crane Operator/Barge Foreman
McMillen
Fort Smith, MS
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Operated Cranes- Manitowoc 4000w and Liebherr LR1200
- Served as the primary crane operator, responsible for safe and precise crane operations
- As barge foreman, directed and coordinated barge movement and placement to support crane operations and material handling activities.
- Supervised and directed deckhands and riggers during barge operations, ensuring clear communication, proper rigging practices, and safe execution of lifts.
- Calculated weight limits based upon boom length, angle of lift, radius of swing and type of load being lifted.
- Confirmed that all personnel are clear from the area before moving a load with the crane.
- Recorded daily activities and equipment status in logs.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe operating procedures.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
- Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
- Verified that all safety devices are functioning properly before each shift.
Education
High school diploma -
Penn Foster Highschool
Skills
- Operating cranes
- Driving piles
- Operating various forklifts
- Making lift plans
- Organizing work flow
- Load chart interpretation and capacity calculations
- Crane setup, leveling, and disassembly support
- Crew supervision (deckhands, riggers, operators)
- Jobsite coordination
- Conflict resolution and team communication
- Safety enforcement
Certification
- NCCCO Certified Operator for TLL (Telescopic Swing Cab)
- NCCCO Certified Operator for LBC (Lattice Boom Crawler)
- NCCCO Certified Operator #2104203611
Timeline
Crane Operator/Barge Foreman
McMillen
04.2025 - 12.2025
Plumbers helper
Waltman Plumbing
Helper/operator
Top Ship
Crane operator
Halter
Crane operator
Ingalls
Lead/Crane operator
McAbee Construction
Lattice boom crane operator
LG Barcus and Sons
Crane operator
Power Incorporated
Crane operator
Cajun Industries at LNG
Crane Operator Foreman
Archer Western
Crane Operator
APC Construction
High school diploma -
Penn Foster Highschool