crane operator

Jacque Gaston [email protected]
(442) 271-6095 1231 China Garden Rd. Kalama, WA 98625

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position as a Certified Crane Operator.

PERSONAL:
Motivated, dependable individual who enjoys challenges. I continually set goals for myself and strive to achieve them. I am always very safety conscious for myself as well as my co-workers.

SPECIALIZED TRAINING/RELATED SKILLS:
West Coast Training Woodland WA (800) 755-5477
NCCCO Certification for Swing/Fixed Hydro and Track/Truck-Mounted Lattice Cranes
Tower Crane Certification for Hammerhead, Self-Erector & Luffing boom tower crane.
Rigger Level 1 Certification & Signal person Certification; ABC Articulating Boom Crane
Certification in Diesel Technology-Lower Columbia Community College-2007-2009

EQUIPMENT OPERATION:
Experienced in direct hands-on operation of truck mounted, self-propelled and track mounted cranes with hydraulic and lattice booms rigged with hook blocks; knowledge of clamshells and dragline attachments in their proper application. Perform Tandem crane lifts according to specific plans. Worked with LMI Computer 300. Tower climbing fall-protection training and operate Arial work platforms.

RIGGER AND SIGNALS:
Set-up and safely operate a designated crane equipped with a hook-block using proper operating procedures while receiving and sending correct hand signals. I can select the proper wire rope for a designated crane type, classification, construction, and size, calculate the safe working limit, properly size, cut, and install wire rope. Intense rigger hands on training in classroom and field work. Design lift plans and select proper rigging and apply appropriately.

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE:
Perform operator’s daily check, lubrication, and operator’s preventive maintenance on cranes in accordance with manufacturer and OSHA requirements.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY:
Interpret crane capacity load charts, classification and load rating of specific cranes as well as fill out daily logs. Understanding of a hydraulic system and answer related questions.

EXPERIENCE:
4/2021-10/2021 Vanport Marine Machinist/Rigger Portland, OR
Rigging and operating overhead crane, as well as fabrication of tooling, motor pump alignments, and precision measurements. Operated forklift.

10/2020-2/2021 Western Trailers Mechanic Vancouver, WA
Truck trailer repair, brakes, and air system repairs. Use plasma cutter, cutting torch and welding wire feed.

1/2020-1/2021 Uber Driver SW Washington

11/2015-2/2019 Vigor Shipyard Machinist Portland/Seattle
Rigging and ship mechanic Operated porta power jacks, motor pump alignments, Hy torque impact wrench, engine room and thruster repairs.

11/2007-3/2009 TEC Equipment Diesel Technician Portland, OR
Diesel mechanic to complete engine over fabricating tooling repairs. Perform oil changes, clutch adjustments, air system repairs, as well as drive line inspections.

8/2000-12/2006 United States Navy Marine Mechanic
Repair diesel and auxiliary systems aboard ships.

REFERENCES FURNISHED UPON REQUEST