NCCCO certified crane operator, with a strong focus on safety, precision, and load management. Expertise in lifting and positioning heavy materials, reading blueprints and load charts, and collaborating with rigging and ground personnel to ensure efficient and secure operations. Known for maintaining equipment and adhering to OSHA standards, with a commitment to preventing accidents and ensuring smooth workflow on job sites. Proven ability to work in high-pressure environments, ensuring job completion on time and within scope.
United States National Guard, Myrtle Beach, SC, 88M Motor Transport Operator, 10/01/22, 03/31/23, Drive various types of military vehicles, including heavy-duty trucks, troop carriers, fuel tankers, and Humvees, to transport personnel, cargo, and equipment to and from missions., Conduct preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on all assigned vehicles to ensure they are operational., Safely transport soldiers, equipment, weapons, ammunition, and supplies to different locations., Ensure vehicles are properly loaded and balanced for transport., Oversee the security of cargo using appropriate materials like tie-downs and ensure weight distribution is safe and within vehicle limits., Help plan, organize, and execute convoy operations, including mapping routes, coordinating with other convoy elements, and ensuring the safety of the convoy throughout the mission., Use maps, GPS systems, and military navigation aids to drive in various environments, including off-road, urban, and combat zones., Adhere to all safety standards and protocols for transporting hazardous or sensitive materials, such as fuel or ammunition, ensuring proper handling and safety measures are followed., Maintain radio or signal communication with other vehicles, convoy commanders, and command posts to ensure coordination and safety during missions., Keep accurate records of vehicle usage, fuel consumption, and cargo being transported., Assist with vehicle recovery operations if a vehicle becomes disabled during a mission., Involved in defensive measures to protect the convoy, including operating mounted weapons, or providing security., Provide training on vehicle operations and maintenance for other soldiers and assist in vehicle recovery and troubleshooting.