James (Jim) Brantley

• Contributed to cost savings by identifying areas of potential waste reduction and proposing actionable solutions.
• Conducted risk assessments prior to commencing work activities, taking necessary precautions to mitigate potential hazards associated with crane usage.
• Increased efficiency by identifying potential areas of improvement in processes and suggesting appropriate modifications.
• Collaborated with management to establish goals and objectives, aligning project targets with company expectations.
• Optimized resource utilization by accurately calculating load capacities and determining appropriate equipment for each task.
• Improved crew productivity with thorough training and performance monitoring for all team members.
• Achieved zero incidents throughout multi-year projects due to strict enforcement of safety policies.
• Evaluated employee performance, providing constructive feedback and guidance to promote professional growth within the team.
• Reduced downtime, ensuring timely completion of projects by promptly addressing any technical issues that arose during operation.
• Assisted in procurement decisions, selecting the most suitable cranes based on project requirements, budget constraints, and availability factors.
• Maintained strong relationships with clients through consistent communication regarding progress updates.
• Promoted a culture of continuous improvement among the team by fostering open communication channels and encouraging feedback sharing.
• Developed comprehensive lift plans, outlining detailed procedures to optimize crane usage during various phases of a project.
• Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations, maintaining accurate records and documentation as required.
• Inspected crane for defective parts and coordinated corrections for defects or malfunctions.
• Led successful project execution, coordinating closely with other supervisors and construction teams for smooth workflow.
• Maximized operational capabilities by consistently updating knowledge of emerging technologies in the field of crane operations and rigging practices.
• Promoted and complied with company and safety policies and procedures.
• Observed load hookup and determined safety of load.
• Minimized accidents on-site through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines for all personnel involved in crane operations.
• Streamlined lifting operations by implementing efficient scheduling and allocation of resources.
• Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of crane equipment.
• Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
• Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
• Experienced in inspecting cranes and related equipment for safety and operational defects.
• 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.
• Used troubleshooting and resolution skills to address crane-related malfunctions while minimizing downtime.
• Utilized mastery of diverse slings, shackles and spreader bars to meet specific project needs.
• Reviewed and interpreted blueprints and diagrams to safely operate cranes.
• Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
• Managed labor assignments and equipment allocations and met transportation, operations and production goals.

T/A planning for Cranes, rigging and Heavy Lifts. Working with Holly

Frontier Company @ Eldorado Kansas refinery. Implementing new

crane and rigging standards along with assuring understanding and compliance from plant. Detailed planning on lifts, cranes and logistics for fall shutdown. Defining needs and acquiring Contractors and equipment to achieve T/A goals. Work closely with engineers and contractors to develop plan to accomplish set goals. Advise on crane and rigging activities.

• Recognized potential issues with inventory and quality control and engineered changes
• Employed accurate forecasting to increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Used [Software] to provide relevant information, evaluations and planning data for production
• Arranged [Type] equipment, transportation, and other day-of-event needs
• Used [Software] to create routine correspondence and verification paperwork

Provided oversight and training to project sight for crane and lifting operations. Worked with operators and riggers to ensure procedures and policy were being utilized and adhered to. Trained operators on new or unfamiliar cranes. Worked with riggers on proper rigging principals. Reduced Crane incident rate from 7.9 per month to 1.4 per month on a 127 crane project.

• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.

Responsible for all heavy equipment operations and personnel. Coordinated material relocation and installation of said materials. Worked closely with site rigging engineer to transport, stage and carryout all heavy lifts per lift plans. Perform all duties safely and productively adhering to company SWPP's

Interview and approve all candidates for crane operator and rigger positions. Maintain site register with qualifications of these employees. Tracked and assured compliance with DOT physicals and certifications of aforementioned employees. Taught basic rigging principals to all project new hires. Checked and verified competency of all operators on various cranes from 8ton -600 ton models. Assisted with assignments of riggers and operators in order to complete scheduled work. Coordinated Maintenance and repair of cranes and forklifts