Lawrence Spradley Jr.
Baytown,TX
Summary
Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at Oxbow Calcining, skilled in operating Manitowoc cranes and bulldozers. Proven track record in enhancing safety protocols and team efficiency. Strong leadership and communication abilities, ensuring seamless operations and compliance with industry regulations. Committed to achieving operational excellence and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Oxbow Calcining
Port Arthur, TX
05.2021 - Current
- Barge and vessel discharging of pet coke at Oxbow.
- Oversee crew of 5-8 employees and/ or contact laborers.
- Maintained and operated Manitowoc M-2250 crane, 924G front end loader, bobcat, bulldozer, track hoe, forklift, and man lift.
- Supervises for discharging transfer pet coke for our customer.
- Operated bulldozers, excavators, and loaders to perform site preparation tasks.
- Conducted daily inspections of heavy equipment for safety compliance and maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with project managers to coordinate equipment usage and timing on job sites.
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment usage, maintenance, and repair activities.
- Followed industry regulations to ensure safe operation in various work environments.
- Communicated effectively with team members to facilitate smooth workflow on construction sites.
- Implemented best practices for equipment operation to enhance safety and efficiency standards.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
Operations Manager
Watco
Port Arthur, Texas
01.2015 - 05.2021
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and service quality.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve operational challenges swiftly.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations and company policies consistently.
- Assisted in developing training materials for new hires in operations roles.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
- Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
- Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
- Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
Crane Operator/Manager/Supervisor
Associated Terminals
Reserve, La
03.2011 - 01.2015
- Supervises crews of 6-8 employees on 1 to 4 floating cranes in operation.
- Supervises training, evaluating, scheduling, budget, maintenance on cranes and other equipment on floating cranes.
- Maintained and operated Gottwald cranes 3300 and 6400 series.
Crane Operator
I C Rail Marine Terminal
Convent, La
07.2010 - 03.2011
- Maintained and operated Gottwald 3300 crane and gantry crane.
- Operated ship and barge loader to vessel, barge, hopper, and conveyor belts.
- Operated CN rail cars, rail car dumper, bulldozer, loader, and cargo stacker.
Crane Operator
Associated Terminal
Reserve, La
12.2005 - 05.2010
- Mid-stream transfer of cargo between vessels and barges, oversee crew of 6-8 employees.
- Maintained and operated Manitowoc M-2250 crane, Manitowoc 4600 crane, Gottwald 3300 and 6400 crane, excavator, bulldozer, bobcat, track hoe, front-end loader, forklift, dump truck, and rail cars.
- Maintained and operated warehousing and storage of cargo, staging of cargo prior to shipment.
Superintendent/Crane Operator
Kinder Morgan
Port Arthur, TX
07.1996 - 12.2005
- Barge and vessel discharge of pet coke at Great Lakes Carbon.
- Oversee crew of 8-10 employees and/ or contract laborers.
- Maintained and operated Manitowoc M-250 crane, Am Clyde crane, cherry picker, backhoe, track hoe, bulldozer, bobcat, 924Gz front-end loader, forklift, man lift, shift supervisor for transfer of soda ash from railcars to vessel.
- Maintained and operated ship loader and conveyor belts.
Operator
Brown & Root
Houston, TX
02.1996 - 07.1996
- Performed construction duties and Maintained and operated cherry picker.
Military Police/Operation Desert Storm Veteran
U.S. Marine Corps.
02.1988 - 02.1996
- Duties were to guard nuclear weapon, secure appointed areas, and handling prisoners.
- Positions held were armed guard, squad leader, and platoon sergeant.
- Trained to use and maintain a variety of weapons.
Tanker man/Assistant Supervisor
Sabine Towing and Transportation
Houston, TX
10.1992 - 02.1996
- Load and discharge barges and vessels with petroleum products.
- Responsibilities were hydro blasting tanks, sandblasting, painting, equipment maintenance and operating heavy and light equipment.
- Worked with gas-free barges and confined space.
- Traveled cross-country to make repairs on barges and ships.
Mechanic Apprentice
Discount Salvage
Port Arthur, TX
03.1992 - 10.1992
- Duties were automotive repair, lube changes, and maintaining log records for salvage yard.
Asst. Manager/ Cashier/Stocker
Mini Mart #3
Port Arthur, TX
01.1980 - 02.1988
- Responsibilities were to assist the store manager, stock groceries, cashiering, and record keeping, supervising employees and making bank deposits.
Education
High School Diploma -
Abraham Lincoln High School
Port Arthur, TX01.1987
Skills
- Gottwald HPK 3300 crane
- Gottwald HPK 6400 crane
- Manitowoc M-2250 crane
- Manitowoc 4600 Vicon crane
- M-250 clam bucket crane
- American Lift Clyde 150-ton clam bucket crane
- Trackhoe
- Backhoe
- Forklift
- Cherry picker
- Ship loader
- Man lift
- Bobcat 924 front-end loader
- Bulldozer
- Railcars
- Hydro blaster
- Sandblaster
- Conveyor belts
- First-Aid CPR
- Safety
- Hazwoper
- Special weapons
- Emergency response
References
- Ronald Rubin, 30 years, Houston, TX, 77016, (281) 224-4583
- Lynn LaSalle, 15 years, Beaumont, TX, 77642, (409) 454-0054
- Brad Bowden, 15 years, Port Arthur, TX, (409) 540-6560
- Horace Davis, 9 years, New Orleans, LA, 70114, (504) 444-2380
- Derrick Kador, 9 years, Baton Rouge, LA, (504) 415-6966
Special Skills And Training
- Proficient in use and maintenance of Gottwald HPK 3300 and Gottwald HPK 6400 crane, Manitowoc M-2250, Manitowoc 4600 Vicon crane, M-250 clam bucket crane, American Lift Clyde 150-ton clam bucket crane, trackhoe, backhoe, forklift, cherry picker, ship loader, man lift, Bobcat 924 front-end loader, bulldozer, railcars, hydro blaster, sandblaster and conveyor belts.
- Trained in First-Aid CPR, safety, hazwoper, special weapons and emergency response.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Oxbow Calcining
05.2021 - Current
Operations Manager
Watco
01.2015 - 05.2021
Crane Operator/Manager/Supervisor
Associated Terminals
03.2011 - 01.2015
Crane Operator
I C Rail Marine Terminal
07.2010 - 03.2011
Crane Operator
Associated Terminal
12.2005 - 05.2010
Superintendent/Crane Operator
Kinder Morgan
07.1996 - 12.2005
Operator
Brown & Root
02.1996 - 07.1996
Tanker man/Assistant Supervisor
Sabine Towing and Transportation
10.1992 - 02.1996
Mechanic Apprentice
Discount Salvage
03.1992 - 10.1992
Military Police/Operation Desert Storm Veteran
U.S. Marine Corps.
02.1988 - 02.1996
Asst. Manager/ Cashier/Stocker
Mini Mart #3
01.1980 - 02.1988
High School Diploma -
Abraham Lincoln High School
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