Justin Hutchison

Diagnosis and repair of Crane and all supporting equipments hydraulic , electrical , and drive systems . Maintained class 8 trucks and trailers , friction cranes and hydraulic cranes . The company fleet of cranes were 7.5 ton thru 360 ton consisting of the following manufactures Lorain , Liebherr , Terex , Grove , Krupp , American , Link-Belt , Manitowoc , National , and USTC. I also possessed my Class A CDL , I drove truck as well . I started operating around the end of my first year working here because we always had more cranes than operators . Manufacturer Operator training on Liebherr LTM 1080/1 and 1300/1 .

• Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
• Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
• Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
• Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
• Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
• Operated various types of mobile cranes, expanding versatility within the role and increasing productivity.
• Performed regular crane assembly and disassembly tasks as required, minimizing delays between projects.
• Demonstrated adaptability by operating cranes under varying weather conditions without compromising safety or efficiency.
• Evaluated ground conditions prior to crane setup, mitigating risk factors associated with unstable surfaces or obstructions.
• Calculated load capacities accurately, maintaining a safe working environment for all staff on the job site.

C.E. Cranes was a small crane company and worked doing all aspects of the business .Operating , maintenance , sales , job planning , and dispatching . company was purchased by a competitor in 2006 . National and Grove cranes 12.5 ton thru 90 ton .

I started Silver Point Trucking Hauling crane parts and other commodities for contacts in the crane industry . I had 3 trucks and trailers running nationwide . I sold all equipment in 2012. I was made an offer I could not turn down .

I Operated cranes here from 21 ton thru 175 ton . Billings is another smaller company that is the competitor that purchased C.E. Cranes . Billing also had a large fleet of forklifts and did lots of machinery moving and rigging .

• Operated various types of mobile cranes, expanding versatility within the role and increasing productivity.
• Assisted in training new operators, ensuring proper techniques were utilized for maximum performance.
• Performed regular crane assembly and disassembly tasks as required, minimizing delays between projects.

Clark Crane Rental and Solley Equipment was a partnership I worked for . I operated 12.5 ton thru 600 ton here . Most of my time here was spent with an LTM1400-7.1 and a Terex/Demag AC-500-2 . I helped advise for major repair projects .

• Increased job site efficiency by effectively planning and executing mobile crane operations.
• Reduced downtime through consistent maintenance and pre-operation inspections of cranes.
• Utilized hand signals effectively when communicating with ground personnel during lifting operations, improving overall job site safety.
• Evaluated ground conditions prior to crane setup, mitigating risk factors associated with unstable surfaces or obstructions.
• Collaborated with rigging crews to ensure equipment was properly secured before each lift operation.
• Coordinated with supervisors to review lift plans and address any discrepancies before commencing operations.
• Demonstrated adaptability by operating cranes under varying weather conditions without compromising safety or efficiency.
• Managed logistics effectively, ensuring timely delivery of materials to designated locations onsite.
• Calculated load capacities accurately, maintaining a safe working environment for all staff on the job site.
• Operated various types of mobile cranes, expanding versatility within the role and increasing productivity.

As an Owner / partner I worked all aspects of the crane rental business. My predominant responsibilities included , equipment management , purchasing , inspection , managment of mechanics , operating all cranes up to 500 ton . after purchase of our LTM 1400-7.1 I spent most of my time with that machine operating and then training other operators on it . I left Clark Crane in 2018 to spend more time with my kids I was raising alone .

• Conducted daily safety meetings to discuss potential hazards and reinforce best practices among crew members.
• Reduced downtime through consistent maintenance and pre-operation inspections of cranes.
• Troubleshot mechanical issues quickly, reducing potential hazards and costly repairs down the line.
• Developed proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, aiding in seamless execution of complex lifts.
• Managed logistics effectively, ensuring timely delivery of materials to designated locations onsite.
• Evaluated ground conditions prior to crane setup, mitigating risk factors associated with unstable surfaces or obstructions.
• Calculated load capacities accurately, maintaining a safe working environment for all staff on the job site.
• Enhanced communication between team members, leading to a decrease in errors during lifting operations.
• Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
• Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
• Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.

I operated and maintained one power unit . This Job allowed me the time and flexibility to get my kids thru school . I left after my house in Tennessee was sold .

• Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
• Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
• Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.