James Ryan Kruebbe
Gary City,TX
Summary
Results-oriented Field Supervisor specializing in site coordination and safety compliance. Demonstrated expertise in hazard management, task delegation, and maintaining productive, on-schedule worksites. Proven leadership in crane operation and team management, ensuring clear communication and efficient coordination to enhance jobsite performance and safety.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Supervisor
NWC Services
Marshall, TX
02.2024 - 09.2026
- Facilitated onboarding of new employees by providing training on procedures, equipment use, and site expectations.
- Worked with clients and dispatch teams on schedule changes and service needs.
- Recorded crew activity, site conditions, and service completion details.
- Coordinated and scheduled field team activities to ensure efficient workflow and task completion.
- Instructed workers on equipment operation, safety procedures, and company policies.
- Assigned field work based on project requirements and crew availability. based on material needs and job requirements.
- Analyzed worker and production issues, recommending process improvements and motivation plans to enhance team performance.
- Completed employee performance reviews and applied discipline as necessary.
Crane Operator
Circle Eight Crane and Rigging
Carthage, TX
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Operated cranes to lift and move heavy materials on job sites.
- Inspected equipment routinely to identify and resolve issues.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Collaborated with team members to plan lifting operations and uphold safety standards.
- Followed OSHA safety standards, including weight limits, tag lines, and ground stability.
- Supported regular maintenance checks to keep equipment working properly.
- Helped inspect equipment routinely to find and fix issues.
Assistant Field Supervisor
Boss crane and rigging
Kenedy, TX
03.2016 - 06.2022
- Supported crane and rigging crews on active Boss Crane job sites.
- Checked rigging gear, slings, hooks, and lifting hardware for safe use.
- Followed site safety rules and supported compliance with lifting procedures.
- Assisted field supervisor with lift planning and jobsite setup to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Talked with customers, operators, and crews about project requirements.
- Conducted regular site visits to assess safety conditions of work sites and equipment, promoting compliance with safety standards.
- Handled customer complaints quickly and professionally while keeping positive a positive attitude.
Equipment Operator
Red Zone Coiled Tubing
Monahans, TX
02.2014 - 04.2016
- Operated cranes to lift, move, and place materials in designated areas.
- Positioned cranes for accurate placement of steel equipment and materials.
- Assessed weather, ground conditions, and overhead hazards during operations to ensure safe and efficient crane operation.
- Checked equipment and materials for defects before crane operation to help prevent malfunction or damage.
- Monitored weather, ground conditions, and overhead hazards during operations.
- Inspected equipment and materials for defects before crane operation to prevent malfunction or damage.
- Assisted with rigging operations.
- Trained and supervised junior crane operators, providing clear task direction and constructive feedback to enhance skill development.
Crane Operator
Fowler Transportation
Marshall, TX
01.2010 - 02.2014
- Operated crane to lift and move materials, strictly following safety protocols to ensure operational safety.
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
- Loaded and unloaded materials efficiently, strictly adhering to safety guidelines to minimize risk.
- Conduct regular inspections of crane equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained clear communication with team to facilitate smooth operations and uphold safety standards.
- Operated cranes to lift, move, and place materials in designated areas.
Mobile Crane Operator, Truck Driver
Turner Bros Crane & Rigging
Kilgore, TX
03.2000 - 02.2014
- Operated mobile cranes for heavy lift projects, ensuring safe and efficient material handling.
- Secured loads with slings, chains, hooks, and shackles, enhancing safety during rigging operations.
- Coordinated with riggers, foremen, and site crews to execute complex lifts safely and effectively.
- Secured loads with slings, chains, hooks, and shackles during rigging work.
- Coordinated with riggers, foremen, and site crews during complex lifts.
Rigging Foreman
S & B Contractors
Midlothian, TX
09.1998 - 03.2000
- Directed S&B Contractors rigging crews on industrial lift plans.
- Read blueprints accurately to determine crane placement and positioning for large machinery during complex lifts.
- Coordinated distribution of rigging tasks across S&B Contractors jobsite work areas to optimize workflow.
- Supported crane picks with operators, signal persons, and craft teams.
- Observed crew performance during lift operations and issued warnings or disciplinary action.
- Guided team of riggers on safe lifting and moving techniques.
- Instructed team of riggers on safe lifting and moving techniques to enhance operational safety.
- Distributed rigging tasks across S&B Contractors jobsite work areas.
Ironworker Rigger
Zachary Construction
Dallas, TX
06.1995 - 09.1998
- Assisted in erection of structural steel for Zachary Construction projects, ensuring stability and compliance with safety standards.
- Inspected rigging gear and fall protection equipment for safety compliance before use. and fall protection before use.
- Contributed to welding operations to ensure structural integrity of projects. using gas and arc welding methods.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams, contributing to timely project completion.
- Built steel columns, beams, and girders from blueprints or supervisor instructions.
- Joined welding work using gas and arc welding methods.
- Built metal parts with cutting torches, arc welders, and other tools.
- Constructed steel columns, beams, and girders from blueprints and supervisor instructions, enhancing structural integrity.
Education
BLS -
Basic Lifesupport Training
Marshall, TX04-2025
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High School Diploma -
Carthage ISD
Carthage, TX06-1995
Skills
- Crane load handling
- Site coordination supervision
- Job planning
- Equipment scheduling
- Operation scheduling for equipment
- Incident reporting
- Planning jobs with task delegation
- Construction techniques
- Site preparation
- Worker supervision
- Awareness of hazards on site
- Environmental awareness and compliance
- Problem-solving skills
- Staff training
- CDL operations
- Safe truck loading
- Hazard awareness
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Detail-oriented
- Dependability
- Analytical skills
- Problem solving and decision-making
- Effective conflict resolution
- Relationship management
- Clear communication and Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Environmental compliance
- Practices for safe driving
- Safe driving practices
- Situational awareness
- Safe driving practices
- Dependability
- Heavy load handling
- Material handling techniques
- Consistent performance
- Tanker and hazmat operation
- Load handling
Timeline
Field Supervisor
NWC Services
02.2024 - 09.2026
Crane Operator
Circle Eight Crane and Rigging
06.2022 - 02.2024
Assistant Field Supervisor
Boss crane and rigging
03.2016 - 06.2022
Equipment Operator
Red Zone Coiled Tubing
02.2014 - 04.2016
Crane Operator
Fowler Transportation
01.2010 - 02.2014
Mobile Crane Operator, Truck Driver
Turner Bros Crane & Rigging
03.2000 - 02.2014
Rigging Foreman
S & B Contractors
09.1998 - 03.2000
Ironworker Rigger
Zachary Construction
06.1995 - 09.1998
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BLS -
Basic Lifesupport Training
High School Diploma -
Carthage ISD