Ryan Espinoza
Gonzales,LA
Summary
Accomplished Foreman with a proven track record at United Works Steel, excelling in crew leadership and crane operations.
Alert Crane Operator with in-depth knowledge and practice of OSHA safety standards and precautions.
Experienced with operating different types of cranes to support construction and industrial projects. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate challenging lifting scenarios. Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices ensures reliable and secure operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
United Works Steel
03.2017 - 08.2019
- Oversee daily operations of fabrication teams on site and ensure quality control.
- Utilize fitting and fabrication experience to lay out job plan for projects and line out personnel to complete tasks properly and efficiently.
- On site crane operator and rigger used for all necessary lifting operations.
- Task Training Instructor / Crane and Rigging Safety
Crane Operator
Group Contractors
03.2015 - 09.2016
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
Crane Operator
Target Construction
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
- Ensured accurate load placement with expert use of rigging techniques and communication with ground crew members.
- Increased performance by safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery and equipment.
- Utilized mastery of diverse slings, shackles and spreader bars to meet specific project needs.
- Adapted seamlessly to new crane technologies, mastering control systems and adopting best practices for safe operation.
Crane Operator
James Construction Group LLC
07.2011 - 01.2012
- Expedited construction timelines by efficiently operating heavy machinery such as cranes and excavators for pile handling and placement.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to varying job site conditions, implementing alternative piling methods when necessary.
- Enhanced project efficiency by accurately driving piles according to design specifications and guidelines.
- Used hydraulic, and frictions cranes to drive wood, cement, pipe, sheet and H-beam piles daily
Education
GED -
Wasilla High School
Wasilla, AK03-1999
Skills
- Crew leadership
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- OSHA compliance
- Equipment oversight
- Crane assembly
- Crane maintenance
- Heavy machinery operation
- Rigging
- Stress tolerance
- Crane operation
Timeline
Foreman
United Works Steel
03.2017 - 08.2019
Crane Operator
Group Contractors
03.2015 - 09.2016
Crane Operator
Target Construction
08.2013 - 05.2015
Crane Operator
James Construction Group LLC
07.2011 - 01.2012
GED -
Wasilla High School
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