Christopher King
Long Beach
Summary
Crane Operator with extensive experience in load handling and safety compliance at Gulf Coast PreStress. Proven mechanical troubleshooting skills and effective communication enhance operational efficiency and team performance. Expertise in precision lifting and welding safety standards, with a strong work ethic and adaptability under pressure. Skilled in various welding techniques, including TIG, with a solid understanding of safety protocols and equipment maintenance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welding Student
FenceCo.
Pass Christian
09.2024 - Current
- Achieved production goals through effective collaboration with team members.
- Executed welding operations in flat, vertical, and overhead positions per job specifications.
- Utilized various techniques to repair damaged and broken components.
- Incorporated supervisor feedback to enhance project outcomes.
- Selected appropriate materials and determined optimal welding techniques for each job.
- Ensured a clean work environment by properly disposing of scrap metal.
- Refined skills in TIG, stick arc, and flux-cored welding processes.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by grinding according to specifications.
Crane Operator
Gulf Coast PreStress
Pass Christian
08.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with riggers to enforce proper load handling techniques during lifts.
- Executed daily inspections on all crane components to confirm safety compliance.
- Reported mechanical problems or malfunctions immediately for prompt resolution.
- Monitored load stability throughout lifting operations to ensure safety.
- Assisted in rigging operations as necessary to support team efforts.
- Secured blocks and outrigger pads before operating mobile cranes to enhance safety.
- Operated cranes for efficient loading and unloading of materials from vehicles.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding job site concerns.
- Loaded barge with 110 Mi Jack Travel Lift Crane 85HD, up to 150, and occasionally a boom crane.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pass Christian High School
Pass Christian, MS05-2003
Welding - Welding
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gulfport, MSSkills
- Crane operation and inspections
- Load handling and rigging
- Safety compliance and maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Problem solving and decision making
- Time management
- Stress tolerance
- Signal interpretation
- Precision lifting and coordination
- TIG welding and techniques
- Welding safety and quality assurance
- Regulatory compliance
- Effective communication skills
- Attention to detail in welding
- Weld defects identification
Certification
- FCAW Vertical 3G 8/29/2024
- FCAW Overhead 4G 10/23/2024
- SMAW Vertical 3G 12/4/2024
- SMAW Overhead 4G 1/30/2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Welding Student
FenceCo.
09.2024 - Current
Crane Operator
Gulf Coast PreStress
08.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
Pass Christian High School
Welding - Welding
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
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