Michael R. Winsted

**** *** **** ****

Vinton, LA 70668

(Home) 337-***-****

(Cell) 337-***-****

xy8xi1@r.postjobfree.com

January 29, 2012

To Whom It May Concern:

Over the past thirty years, I have developed many skills varying from welding to bundle extractor work to forklift and crane operations to supervising personnel. Because of my various skills, I am able to perform many jobs that I believe could be of an asset to you.

I’d like the opportunity to discuss how you can put my experience to work for you. Please feel free to contact me at the above listed phone numbers or email with a day and time that would be convenient for you.

I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully developing a working relationship with your company.

Sincerely,

Michael R. Winsted

Enclosed: Resume

Michael R. Winsted

2936 Red Dean Rd, Vinton, LA 70668 Home No. 337-***-**** Cell No. 337-***-**** xy8xi1@r.postjobfree.com

Objective:

To obtain a position where I can utilize my extensive work experience, excellent work ethics, strong ongoing commitment to safety and successful completion of jobs, and many other attributes that I believe will assist me in providing quality work for my new employer.

Current Employer & Positions/Responsibilities Held:

*R&R Jan 24, 2012 – Present

Rodger Royer – supervisor, 337-***-****

Working in the position of Crane Operator at a shut-down in West Lake, LA.

Previous Employer & Positions/Responsibilities Held:

*Day & Zimmermann (The Atlantic Group, Inc.), Philadelphia, PA Dec 3, 2011 – Jan 23, 2012

Jeff Davis – supervisor, 850-***-****

Working in the position of Crane Operator at a shut-down in Pace, FL.

*Turner Industries, Sulpher, LA Nov 2, 2011 – Nov 8, 2011

John Watkins – supervisor, 337-***-****

Worked in the position of Crane Operator at a shut-down.

*Turner Industries, Sulpher, LA Oct 12, 2011 – Oct 20, 2011

John Watkins – supervisor, 337-***-****

Worked in the position of Rigger at a shut down.

*Kellogg Brown and Root, Iraq - Supplying support to the Armed Forces in Iraq

Peter Scanlon – supervisor, MHE Supervisor, Al Asad Air Base, Iraq 713-***-**** (rings in Iraq)

Equipment Foreman Aug 2010 – July 2011

Successfully fulfilled the duties of General Foreman on an as-needed basis when the superintendent was away on business, or R&R. Duties preformed as foreman has included: providing input to identify key success factors and discussing the short range outlook with the superintendent. Evaluated equipment service execution for contract compliance, design data, subcontractor performance, quality control, and status issues. Knowledge of SOP, SOW, TMR, and Incident/Accident Reporting procedures. Conducted TSTI, Tool Box Topic, and “Take Two for MHE” meetings. Reviewed and monitored cost and man-hour budget for installation process, assisted in transferring equipment from site to site, monitored employee R&R’s and certifications for equipment operators, and tracked the equipment service dates. Perform crane operations as needed during heavy work periods.

General Foreman/Supervisor Mar 2009 – Aug 2010

(Position terminated due to contract restructuring; given opportunity to return to Equipment Foreman.)

Provided input to identify key success factors and discuss the short range outlook with the superintendent. Evaluated equipment service execution for contract compliance, design data, subcontractor performance, quality control, and status issues. Experienced with SOP, SOW, TMR , and Incident/Accident Reporting procedures. Conducted TSTI, Tool Box Topic, and “Take Two for MHE” meetings. Reviewed and monitored cost and man-hour budget for installation process, assisted in transferring equipment from site to site, monitored operators R&R’s and certifications, and tracked the equipment service dates. Performed crane operations as needed during heavy work periods.

*Kellogg Brown and Root, Iraq

Equipment Foreman Mar 2008 – Mar 2009

Successfully fulfilled the duties of General Foreman on an as-needed basis when the superintendent was away on business, or R&R. Duties preformed as foreman has included: providing input to identify key success factors and discussing the short range outlook with the superintendent. Evaluated equipment service execution for contract compliance, design data, subcontractor performance, quality control, and status issues. Knowledge of SOP, SOW, TMR, and Incident/Accident Reporting procedures. Conducted TSTI, Tool Box Topic, and “Take Two for MHE” meetings. Reviewed and monitored cost and man-hour budget for installation process, assisted in transferring equipment from site to site, monitored employee R&R’s and certifications for equipment operators, and tracked the equipment service dates. Performed crane operations as needed during heavy work periods.

Crane Operator Nov 2004 – Mar 2008

Crane Operator for the purpose of loading and movement of Military equipment onto flat bed trucks and placement of containers, fuel tanks, generators and other various types of equipment for camp living conditions. Equipment used: 60T Grove, 55T P&H and 50T Terex Demag cranes, Terex Super Stacker, Fantuzzi Super Stacker, 30K Case and Volvo Forklifts.

Additional Previous Employers:

Crane Operator was my primary position at the following companies. While at Turner Industries, I was given work to complete in additional positions as listed under “Work Experience”. (Note the following jobs were in the construction industry. Once a project was completed I would start and complete a new one for the next company. )

*Turner Industries, Baton Rouge, La 1997 – 2004

*Timec Group, Baytown, TX Apr 2003 – Jun 2003

*Duke Flour Daniels, Irvine, CA May 2002 – Dec 2002

*Foster Wheeler Constructors, Sulphur, LA Apr 2002 – May 2002

*PSC, Westlake, LA Feb 2002 – Mar 2002

Work Experience:

Construction Industry - Over 20 years combined experience in the following positions: Crane, Stacker, and Forklift Operator, Iron Worker, Rigger, Boiler Maker, and Pipe Fitter. (See below for specific equipment operated.)

*Cranes – Grove - 100T & under, Loraine - 30T, Terex - 30T/80T/90T, P &H - 55T

Terex Demag -50T, Tadano Rough Terrain - 30T-70T

*Stackers – Terex, Fantuzzi, and Linde Super Stackers

*Forklifts – Case - 8K/30K, Volvo, Caterpillar and JCB

Supervisor Positions - Over 15 years experience in supervisory positions ranging from lead man to General Foreman.

Military Service and Education:

*U.S. Army, Honorable Discharge (1983-1989)

Certificate in: 44B1P Welding, Glass Repair, Canvas Repair

*TWIC Card Approved ( June 2011)

*NCCCO Certified (August 2011)

*CDL Class B

*CDL Class A (permit – pending completion of course)

*KBR Certified Crane Operator, Stacker, and Forklift Operator

*ABC School for Crane Operators, Sulpher, LA (2002)

*OSHA Hazwoper Course, American Rescue Resource (2007)

*OSHA General Health Course (OSHA90071634)

*Warren County Career Center, Lebanon Ohio; Certificate in Welding (1981-1983)

*Waynesville High School; Diploma (1979 -1983)

Personal References:

*Sam Stanton (currently employed overseas) – Years acquainted - 7

419-***-**** (doesn’t currently have a personal number overseas, his wife will relay messages)

*Jude Lantier - Years acquainted - 9

337-***-****

*Ritchi Hall (currently employed in Iraq) – Years acquainted -6

713-***-**** (rings in Iraq)

*Bill Dodds – Years acquainted (I grew up with Bill in Ohio. We just recently became reacquainted

approximately 6 months ago.) 972-***-****

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