Trampas Champion
7776 Keely Cove ,MS
Summary
Oversaw structural steel rigging and lift planning operations to enhance project efficiency. Led crane operations and field safety protocols to ensure compliance and safety standards. Progressed through roles from journeyman rigger/ironworker to erection and crane superintendent, demonstrating leadership and expertise.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Superintendent
MidSouth Construction
Oakland Tennessee
2025 - Current
- Directed daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Managed project timelines and resource allocation for multiple construction projects simultaneously.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives, optimizing resource use while maintaining project quality.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline communication and enhance project delivery efficiency.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve seamless project execution.
- Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by Action.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, resulting in cost savings and stronger relationships with suppliers.
Crane Operator/ Crane Supervisor
Bracken Construction
Byhalia, MS
2023 - 2025
- Operated various crane types to transport materials efficiently on construction sites.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies during all lifting operations.
- Coordinated with site supervisors to determine lifting needs and optimize workflow.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of crane equipment to ensure operational readiness.
Site safety technician
Bracken Construction
Terre Haute, IN
05.2022 - 2023
- Keep record of all pre task analysis
- Keep inspection records of (PFAS) systems and all equipment
- Conduct weekly safety meetings
- Perform weekly company audits
- Attend weekly safety walks with client
- Utilize coaching moments, when necessary, with employees
- Create necessary training and power points when non typical task arises
- Client: Steel Dynamics
Rigging General foreman
Alliance Industrial Group
Sulphur, La
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Create and ensure adequate lift planning
- Oversee subcontracted crane operators
- Keep track of logistics of equipment
- Oversee all bull rigging activities
- Conduct written & practical tests of all riggers
- Oversee crew of 40 rigger & 16 operators while encouraging an efficient and safe work environment
- Client: Lotte Chemical
A&D Supervisor
Blattner Energy group
Bladen, NE
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Conduct the assembly & disassembly of all cranes on project
- Ensure proper loading and unloading of all crane components
- Inspect all crane components to ensure proper function and operation of cranes
- Direct all crane walks and conduct all (DCP) ground testing so ensure safe travel path for crawler cranes. Alert and schedule utility company for power line drops.
- Plan all pick and carry lifts
- Perform final inspections for outbound cranes
- Client: Nextera Energy
Rigger/Ironworker leadman
Bracken Construction
Sinton, Tx
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Safely conduct critical lifts
- Walk crawler cranes
- Assist in planning lifts
- Assist in crane assembly
- Erect structural steel members
- Operate forklifts
- Client: Steel Dynamics
Site Superintendent
Impact Wind LLC
Tehachapi, CA
04.2019 - 02.2021
- Write job start up plan
- Create Site erection procedures
- Create logistics & erection schedules
- Order all tooling, cranes, and equipment
- Job cost responsibilities
- Write up all NCR & RFI’s
- Create a safe and productive work environment for all employees on site
- Client: Signal Energy
General Foreman/ Rigging/ structural steel foreman
Starcon International/ Cianbro
Boston, MA
06.2016 - 03.2019
- Oversee 35 crew of 30 iron workers & 8 riggers in erection of structural steel and bull rigging activities
- Conduct Safety audits and jobsite evaluations
- Keep records of JSA’s, Personal Fall Arrest Systems, and Rigging inspections
- Ensure clean quality work to FDA construction standard
- Order materials needed for job
- Assist superintendent in daily job planning
- Client: Covanta Environmental solutions
Education
High School Diploma -
North Webster High School
Springhill, LA05.2013
Skills
NCCCO certified crane operator tss/tll/LAT
NCCCO signalman
NCCER certified advanced rigger
ITI master rigger
NCCER ironworker with (plus) certification
NCCER certified heavy equipment operator
OSHA 10- & 30-hour certifications
Current First aid/AED & CPR certification
Gravitec & Tech Safety Lines high angle rescue certified
Job References
- Ben Weingarner, Ciannro superintendent, 860.480.6038
- Carlos Negron, Project Manager, Impact Wind, 661.889.7203
- Chris Mccraw, Iron Superintendent, Fagen Industrial, 352.442.3318
- Donald Eastep, Crane manager, Mammoet USA, 409.789.9829
Timeline
Site safety technician
Bracken Construction
05.2022 - 2023
Rigging General foreman
Alliance Industrial Group
01.2022 - 04.2022
A&D Supervisor
Blattner Energy group
07.2021 - 12.2021
Rigger/Ironworker leadman
Bracken Construction
03.2021 - 07.2021
Site Superintendent
Impact Wind LLC
04.2019 - 02.2021
General Foreman/ Rigging/ structural steel foreman
Starcon International/ Cianbro
06.2016 - 03.2019
Structural Superintendent
MidSouth Construction
2025 - Current
Crane Operator/ Crane Supervisor
Bracken Construction
2023 - 2025
High School Diploma -
North Webster High School