Kevin Cruz
Suwanee,GA
Summary
Overhead Crane Technician maintaining wire panel boxes, hoists, and limit switches on industrial crane systems. Troubleshoots 3-phase motors and 240/480 electrical components to restore safe crane operation and reduce downtime. Supports dependable equipment performance through careful testing, wiring, and repair work.
Overview
3
3
Languages
13
13
Certifications
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Overhead crane Technician
Patriot crane and hoist
Gainesville, GA
11.2023 - Current
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues on overhead cranes and coordinate timely repairs with team members.
- Perform safe lockout/tagout procedures before maintenance, repair, and inspection work on crane equipment.
- Interpret blueprints and service instructions to support accurate repairs and equipment adjustments.
- Carry out welding and bolting tasks to restore crane structures and support equipment reliability.
- Install motors, wiring, and replacement parts during service work and equipment rebuilds.
- Assist with rigging and signaling during crane positioning, maintenance access, and load handling tasks.
- Fabricate replacement parts and support field repairs using hand and power tools.
- Document service findings, repairs, and follow-up needs after each maintenance assignment.
WELDER/FABRICATOR
Ace Industries
Braselton, GA
12.2020 - Current
- Read prints to fabricate and weld overhead cranes using structural welding and parts fabrication methods.
- Operate a 110 ton iron worker to cut and punch steel components for fabrication work.
- Run a 10 ton overhead crane to position heavy assemblies safely during welding and bolting.
- Prepare metal surfaces by wire wheeling, grinding, and cutting with torch or saw before assembly.
- Handle hand and power tools to support precise fabrication, cleanup, and fit-up tasks.
88H - CARGO HANDLER
Army Reserve
Athens, GA
05.2019 - Current
- Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to load, unload, and position cargo safely.
- Apply rigging, signaling, and lockout/tagout procedures during lifts and equipment handling.
- Perform preventive maintenance and basic inspections on hand and power tools before use.
OVERHEAD CRANE TECHNICIAN
Ace Industries
Braselton, GA
12.2020 - 11.2023
- Wire panel boxes and hoists to overhead cranes, supporting safe operation and control functionality.
- Test limit switches and crane functions to verify responsive operation before returning equipment to service.
- Troubleshoot 3 phase motors to identify wiring and performance issues during crane repairs.
- Work with 240/480 electrical systems when wiring, testing, and servicing overhead crane components.
- Apply preventive maintenance practices to reduce downtime and keep crane systems in working order.
- Use lockout/tagout procedures and hand and power tools while servicing crane electrical and mechanical components.
SCAFFOLD BUILDER
Barrigon Plastering
Lawrenceville, GA
05.2017 - 12.2020
- Assembled and dismantled scaffolding for plastering jobs, following blueprints and site layout requirements.
- Applied stucco alongside crews, keeping platforms clear and work areas ready for the next phase.
- Used hand and power tools to secure scaffold components and complete on-site adjustments.
- Translate for bilingual crews
Education
Certification - Welding
Georgia trade school
Acworth, GAHigh school diploma - undefined
Peachtree Ridge High School
Suwanee, GASkills
Structural welding
Submerged arc welding
Parts fabrication
Welding and bolting
Certification
Military Experience
LANGUAGES
Spanish - Native or Bilingual
English - Native or Bilingual
German - Elementary
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Secret Clearance Top Secret Clearance
Timeline
Overhead crane Technician
Patriot crane and hoist
11.2023 - Current
WELDER/FABRICATOR
Ace Industries
12.2020 - Current
OVERHEAD CRANE TECHNICIAN
Ace Industries
12.2020 - 11.2023
88H - CARGO HANDLER
Army Reserve
05.2019 - Current
SCAFFOLD BUILDER
Barrigon Plastering
05.2017 - 12.2020
High school diploma - undefined
Peachtree Ridge High School
Certification - Welding
Georgia trade school