William Gwynn
Jacksonville
Summary
Seasoned Rigger Leader with over a decade of expertise in heavy load management, crane rigging, in haul rigging, forklift operations, and team coordination, notably at East Coast Repair and Fabrication. Excelled in rigging planning and materials transportation, ensuring safe and efficient operations. Demonstrated exceptional communication skills and a mastery in forklift and Crane operations, contributing to a culture of safety and operational excellence in the Navy and other Military Branches.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Rigger Leader/Lead Forklift Operator/Rigger/Crane Rigger
East Coast Repair and Fabrication
09.2022 - Current
- Lead a crane team of 5+ Riggers on safe crane operation on the piers, warehouse, Dry Docks, and inside Carriers, Subs and other Surface Craft.
- 10+ years of Forklift experiences operating various Material Handling equipment up to 40K in capacity
- Operated CATIII cranes, hoists and winches to lift, position and place heavy objects.
- Operated forklifts up to 40K in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Experience in all Lifting and handling equipment, securing loads to pallets, trucks, or flatbeds, and I always use gear according to Navy Crane Center requirements
- Able to get a rigging job and identify hazards that would prevent me from performing the job, then mitigate the hazards after they are identified
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
- Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
- Completed and submitted daily inspection sheet for rigging equipment.
- Performed daily check list to achieve safe operating condition of CATIII Cranes, and various Forklift equipment up to 40K.
- Able to find and calculate the Center of Gravity of an object being lifted, using various Cranes and safe lifting techniques.
- Use clear communication and Proper Hand Signals, voice, or radio communication with Crane/Forklift operators so we are able to accomplish smooth and efficient transports of pumps, valves, motors, and other various large and complex components.
- Performed Complex lifts of submerged under water props and valves, Binding conditions using chain falls and Load Indicating devices, using multiple hooks to rotate various items, and large geometric shapes using tag lines to safely control the loads
- Conduct Lift briefs when working with multiple crane team members emphasizing pinch points, hand placements, and proper Protective Equipment to wear on the job
- Reported defects on equipment or rigging to proper supervisor and write up the proper documentation to report to Rigging shop
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing and being able to find the Center of Gravity to prevent load shifting on the Forklift.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering the forklift using lift riggs, and other below the hook lifting devices.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently in accordance to Navy Crane Center rigging Instructions to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Utilized mastery of diverse slings, shackles and spreader bars to meet specific project needs.
- Able to identify a Crane and Rigging accident when at anytime a derailment, dropped load, overload, or Two Blocking occurs during a lift.
- In the event of an Accident I know to All Stop the job, Put the job in a safe condition and Notify the Supervisor
Rigger/Crane Rigger
General Dynamics
02.2016 - 09.2022
- As a Lead Crane Rigger I Directed other Coworkers on attaching the proper lift equipment to both the crane and the load to be lifted
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
- Helped set up and rig up crane.
- Assisted with safe crane operation at rig sites and yard.
- Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
- Communicated with equipment operators to accomplish smooth and efficient transports.
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- I am able to Calculate various Weights using Proper Rigging Techniques
- Performed Net Weight test, Selected gears, cables and shackles according to load size, facilities and work schedule.
- Properly signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure the safety of workers and material, attached loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving.
- Connected pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures using bolts, shackles and clamps. Assembled and installed supporting structures, rigging hoist and pulling gear
- I understand typical propulsion plants and their associated components used in today’s Navy
Rigger
BAE Shipyard
12.2012 - 12.2015
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Cleared work sites of hazardous items.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition.
- Followed safety protocols on job sites.
Forklift Operator
CTR Shipyard Staffing
08.2010 - 11.2012
- Operated various Material Handling Equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks up to 40K Capacity
- Completed Daily Operation Checks on all MHE equipment for safety and compliance
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Newport News, VA06-2002
Skills
- Load movement control
- Forklift (up to 40K) license
- Materials movement
- Rigging planning
- Rigging preparation
- Materials transportation
- Equipment moving
Timeline
Rigger Leader/Lead Forklift Operator/Rigger/Crane Rigger
East Coast Repair and Fabrication
09.2022 - Current
Rigger/Crane Rigger
General Dynamics
02.2016 - 09.2022
Rigger
BAE Shipyard
12.2012 - 12.2015
Forklift Operator
CTR Shipyard Staffing
08.2010 - 11.2012
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
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