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Scott Cannon

West Richland

Summary

Enthusiastic Activity Manager with extensive experience at HMIS-HAMMER, excelling in team collaboration and staff training. Proven track record in enhancing participant engagement and procedural compliance within Hoisting and Rigging programs. Skilled in developing training materials and fostering a culture of safety, ensuring operational excellence across diverse trades.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Activity Manager of Hoisting and Rigging

HMIS- HAMMER
07.2023 - Current
  • Oversight of Hoisting and Rigging Curriculum for the Hanford Site.
  • Collaboration with all trades (Bargaining, Non-Bargaining) that utilize training for daily tasks.
  • Collaboration with HAMMER Operations staff. Teamsters, Pipefitters, Electricians, etc.
  • Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and team-building exercises.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Utilized instructors of the Hoisting and Rigging Curriculum for development of new material.
  • Maintained the OJT/OJE Training Completion Records for tracking of employees qualifications.
  • Member of SWSS Hanford Site Hoisting and Rigging Committee. Voting member
  • Chair of Hoisting and Rigging Training Subcommittee.
  • Extensive knowledge of DOE-RL-92-36 Hanford Site Hoisting and Rigging Manual
  • Subject Matter Expert of Hoisting and Rigging Training Program (TPD-0016)
  • Subject Matter Expert of Aerial Lift Safety Program (TPD-0041)
  • Knowledge of LMS and HFACTS systems.
  • Chair of HAMMER EZAC

Journeyman Steamfitter

Local 598 Plumbers & Steamfitters
01.2017 - 07.2023
  • Utilized Cranes, Boom trucks and other Misc. means for safe rigging of Pipe and associated Mechanical Equipment.
  • Coordinated with other Craft in Safe Rigging Practices used in nuclear industry.
  • Measured, cut, prepared and joined pipe using threading, welding and soldering.
  • Loaded and unloaded building materials weighing up to 50,000 pounds to prepare materials for construction.
  • Helped develop Rigging plans for Complex Lifts on many Projects.
  • NCCCO Certified Rigger.
  • EPRI Certified Rigger, SIgnalperson.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software for designing piping systems.
  • Currently a UA Instructor (CPR/ 1st Aid, Trade Related Math, Drafting and Rigging)
  • Foreman and COMET training
  • Oregon Boiler Class 5 Certified.

Journeyman Ironworker

Local #14 Ironworkers
03.2005 - 12.2016
  • Served as Foreman and General Foreman for many jobs across the United States.
  • Assembly/ Disassembly of Cranes used for Daily work activities.
  • Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
  • Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
  • Followed DOT Safety Standards when loading and unloading Carrier trucks.
  • IABSOR Certified Rigger and Signal Person while part of Local #14
  • NCCCO Certified Rigger and Signal Person for 5 years
  • Advanced Rigging and Signal Person certified while working at Vit Plant.(2008-2011)
  • Signal Person for Tower Crane at Vit Plant.(2009-2011)
  • Worked for Barnhart Crane and Rigging on 340 Vault move(1100 tons). (2013-2014)
  • Erected Wind turbines across U.S. throughout career. Siemens, Vestas, Gamesa and Suzlons all with Average weights of 100,000 pounds.
  • Worker Trainer at HAMMER Facility for HAZWOPER under the Ironworker Grant Program.

Wildland Firefighter

Bureau of Indian Affairs
06.2001 - 10.2004
  • Single Resource Boss for Type 6 Wildland Brush Truck.
  • Single Resource Boss for Type II Hand Crew.
  • Strike Team Leader (5 resources)
  • Coordinated with all Governmental Agencies and Incident Management Teams.
  • Participated in Leadership Courses designed for High Stress Environments.
  • Developed Prescribed Fire Burn Plans under WUI (Wildland Urban Interface).
  • Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.

Wildland Firefighter

PatRick Environmental
06.1999 - 02.2000

• Squad Boss on Type II-A Initial Attack Hand Crew.

• Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.

• Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.

• Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.





Education

Associate of Arts - UA Pipefitter Apprentice Instructor

Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI
08-2028

No Degree - Pipefitter Apprenticeship

JATC #598
Pasco, WA
06-2022

No Degree - Ironworkers Apprenticeship

JATC #14 Apprenticeship
Spokane, WA
05-2007

High School Diploma -

Devils Lake High School
Devils Lake, ND
05-1998

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Staff training
  • Safe work practices
  • Procedural Compliance
  • Rapport with Multiple Crafts

Timeline

Activity Manager of Hoisting and Rigging

HMIS- HAMMER
07.2023 - Current

Journeyman Steamfitter

Local 598 Plumbers & Steamfitters
01.2017 - 07.2023

Journeyman Ironworker

Local #14 Ironworkers
03.2005 - 12.2016

Wildland Firefighter

Bureau of Indian Affairs
06.2001 - 10.2004

Wildland Firefighter

PatRick Environmental
06.1999 - 02.2000

Associate of Arts - UA Pipefitter Apprentice Instructor

Washtenaw Community College

No Degree - Pipefitter Apprenticeship

JATC #598

No Degree - Ironworkers Apprenticeship

JATC #14 Apprenticeship

High School Diploma -

Devils Lake High School
Scott Cannon