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Timothy F. Quade Jr

Chaptico

Summary

With over two decades of expertise, notably at Southern Maryland Crane, I excel in optimizing heavy equipment operations and maintenance, including cranes and tractor trailers. Demonstrated ability to lead operations and conduct critical repairs, ensuring safety and efficiency. Renowned for a strong work ethic and effective communication, my role significantly enhances project outcomes.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Crane Operator

Diversified Service Contracting, Inc
Patuxent River
03.2021 - Current
  • Select and set up crane, lift, hoist as per daily schedule to optimize task efficiency.
  • Conducted daily inspections on machines and equipment, performing routine maintenance tasks.
  • Control cranes, lifts and other equipment using standard operating procedures to ensure effective transportation of materials and safety for all personnel on site
  • Create and update detailed log of material transportation operations, including information about type of material, movement locations and additional data requested by project manager
  • Adhered strictly to loading charts for specific types of cranes when lifting heavy objects.
  • Guided team members in arranging blocking or outrigging under cranes.
  • Create the established plan prior to start of every shift, and complete all required tasks accurately and within assigned deadlines with limited supervision
  • Kept visual and radio communication with ground operators adhering to best practices and site safety standards.
  • Provide additional support to other job duties as necessary, including working as mechanic to fix other types of machines and also operating several types of equipment

Senior Crane Operator

Southern Maryland Crane
White Plains
07.2014 - 03.2021
  • Conducted daily inspections of crane to ensure operational safety.
  • Directed daily operations in absence of the owner, maintaining uninterrupted workflows.
  • Cleaned and lubricated cables, pulleys and grappling devices.
  • Formulated and shared comprehensive lift plans in advance.
  • Calculate load capacity utilizing crane specifications Lift, Position, and place equipment, materials, or other large objects at assigned sites
  • Conducted timely mechanical repairs on cranes to minimize downtime.
  • Ensured optimal performance of cranes through regular upkeep.
  • Drive trucks/cranes to and from job sites and other assigned areas
  • Executed crane tasks with maximum safety and efficiency.
  • Ability to read instructions, job information, and interpret to perform proper lift

Crane Operator

Crane Rental
Washington
03.2008 - 07.2014
  • Operated and managed diverse crane sizes to ensure precise maneuvering.
  • Operate tractor trailers transporting materials to various locations as assigned
  • Inspected crane mechanisms and lifting accessories to maintain functionality and identify malfunctions.
  • Calculated load weights and verified lifting capacities to prevent overload.
  • Maintained crane operations logs and records of maintenance activities.
  • Assist in transportation of cranes, forklifts and other heavy equipment including but not limited to driving to destination, setting up and taking down for each job assigned
  • Cleans crane mechanisms: includes lubricating and maintaining mechanisms such as cables, pulleys, and grappling devices
  • Determines load weights: includes checking weights against lifting capacities; works to prevent equipment overload
  • Conducted inspections, managed daily logs, and other duties as assigned

Education

High School -

Chopticon High School
Morganza, MD
01.2001

Skills

  • Over 20 years of experience as a truck driver, heavy equipment operator, and a mechanic
  • Conduct maintenance, coordination and inspection on heavy equipment, tractor trailers and small engines
  • Possess a strong work ethic and excellent driving record, stable work history and credible references
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and by writing
  • Technically inclined with a proven ability to troubleshoot and repair minor vehicle operation problems
  • Strong skills and knowledge of controlling and operating of equipment and tools
  • Extensive knowledge of equipment such as: Tractor Trailers, Dump Truck, Forklifts, Cranes, Backhoe, Excavator, Dozer, Loader, and Skidder

Certification

  • NCCCO Certified Crane Operator
  • DC Operator Licenses
  • OSHA 10

Timeline

Crane Operator

Diversified Service Contracting, Inc
03.2021 - Current

Senior Crane Operator

Southern Maryland Crane
07.2014 - 03.2021

Crane Operator

Crane Rental
03.2008 - 07.2014

High School -

Chopticon High School
Timothy F. Quade Jr