KEVIN POWERS
Tioga,ND
Summary
Highly skilled and safety-driven Crane Operator and Field Manager with over 42 years of extensive experience in the oil and gas, heavy construction, and civil infrastructure industries. Proven track record of operating complex machinery, including all-terrain cranes, crawlers, and heavy earthmoving equipment, alongside over 1 million miles of accident-free commercial truck driving. Strong leadership background managing field crews of up to 40 personnel, enforcing rigid safety protocols, and training incoming operators. Exceptional mechanical aptitude, carrying out on-site diagnostics and field repairs to maximize equipment uptime and keep projects on schedule.
Overview
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Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Crane Operator
Dacotah West Crane
Williston, ND
01.2022 - 09.2026
- Operated diverse fleet of cranes, including boom truck, all-terrain, rough-terrain, lattice, and crawler cranes, to ensure successful execution of high-stakes industrial operations.
- Executed precise load positioning and critical lifting operations, adhering to safety regulations and load chart limitations to maintain operational integrity.
Crane & Trucking Manager
Sentry Crane Service
Watford City, ND
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed crane and trucking operations for complex oilfield and community-based projects.
- Supervised, mentored, and scheduled teams of operators and drivers, reinforcing safe work practices and a strong work ethic.
- Oversee fleet maintenance programs to ensure all commercial vehicles and cranes remained in top mechanical condition.
Crane Operator
PKG Contracting
Pierre, SD
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Skillfully operated 110-ton and 160-ton crawler cranes to support the heavy civil construction of a water treatment facility.
- Collaborated closely with ground riggers and spotters using visual crane signals to execute safe and efficient material handling.
Equipment Operator & Heavy Haul Driver
Almers Construction
Tioga, ND
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Managed heavy-haul logistics and operated heavy civil earthmoving equipment on regional construction sites.
- Secured overdimensional freight and navigated challenging terrains using advanced adverse weather driving techniques.
Crane Operator / Field Supervisor
Rosco Crane & Rigging
Williston/Tioga region, ND
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Supervised field service teams and crane lifting operations across various oilfield locations and civil construction sites.
- Operated All-Terrain cranes to perform complex lifts while strictly adhering to workplace health and safety regulatory compliance.
Crane Operator
KSI
Tioga, ND
12.2015 - 04.2016
- Operated specialized cranes to support technical oilfield service work and pipeline operations, ensuring safe and efficient lifting of heavy materials.
Bed Truck Driver / Crane Operator
CRUZ Energy Services
Ray, ND
03.2015 - 12.2015
- Operated oilfield bed trucks and mobile cranes to facilitate safe and timely drilling rig moves.
Driver / Truck Pusher
KRT, Inc
Rock Springs, WY
06.2014 - 03.2015
- Coordinated and supervised oilfield rig moves, operating loaders, haul trucks, and bed trucks.
Supervisor / Driver / Truck Pusher
TALCO Trucking
Rock Springs, WY
11.1999 - 09.2013
- Coordinated multi-vehicle rig moves and built strong, long-term stakeholder relationships with oilfield clients.
- Operated a comprehensive line of fleet vehicles: slick trucks, bed trucks, gin trucks, loaders, and mobile cranes.
- Handled personnel dispatching, safety protocol implementation, and administrative management reporting.
Education
High School Diploma / GED -
Rawlins High School
Rawlins, WYSkills
- Crane Operations: Boom Truck, All-Terrain, Rough-Terrain, Lattice, and Crawler Cranes (up to 160-ton capacity)
- Heavy Equipment Operation: Dozers (up to D10), Excavators, Motor Graders, Backhoes, Front-End Loaders
- Leadership & Management: Crew Management (up to 40 people), Field Supervision, Rig Move Coordination, Fleet Management, Dispatching
- Technical & Mechanical Skills: Diesel Mechanics, Welding (MIG), Electrical/Hydraulic Troubleshooting, On-Site Industrial Equipment Repair
- Safety & Compliance: OSHA Standards, DOT Regulations, Load Chart Interpretation, Load Balancing/Stabilization, Cargo Securement Protocols
- Load chart analysis
Certification
- NCCCO Mobile Crane Operator Certification, Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class A), Endorsements & Ratings: Tanker (N), Double/Triple Trailers (T), Air Brakes, Over dimensional/Heavy Haul, DOT Physical Certification, OSHA 30 & OSHA 10 Safety Certifications, Hoisting License, H2S, many other customer-required safety classes.
Timeline
Crane Operator
Dacotah West Crane
01.2022 - 09.2026
Crane & Trucking Manager
Sentry Crane Service
03.2021 - 01.2022
Crane Operator
PKG Contracting
09.2020 - 03.2021
Equipment Operator & Heavy Haul Driver
Almers Construction
05.2020 - 09.2020
Crane Operator / Field Supervisor
Rosco Crane & Rigging
08.2016 - 05.2020
Crane Operator
KSI
12.2015 - 04.2016
Bed Truck Driver / Crane Operator
CRUZ Energy Services
03.2015 - 12.2015
Driver / Truck Pusher
KRT, Inc
06.2014 - 03.2015
Supervisor / Driver / Truck Pusher
TALCO Trucking
11.1999 - 09.2013
High School Diploma / GED -
Rawlins High School