Jim Christopher Banister
*** ******-******* **., **********, MS 39654
***********.********@******.***
Mobile: 601-***-****
Objective:
Secure a responsible career opportunity to fully utilize my training and skills, while making a significant contribution to the success of the company Experience:
Massman Construction
June 22, 2020- Present – Heavy Lift Crane Operator/Pile Driver Duties:
Inspect and operate the following friction and hydraulic cranes mounted on spud barges:
-Manitowoc 4100W
-Manitowoc 4600W Ringer
-Manitowoc 7000 Ringer
-Manitowoc 2250
Work directly with Project Manager and Engineers developing lift plans Operate crane w/ hammer and vibrator attachments
Assist Mechanic in perform planned and unplanned maintenance on crane and barge Mentor and train riggers in safe and proper rigging techniques Consolidated Crane & Rigging
Mar 08, 2020- June 21, 2020 - Heavy Lift Crawler Crane Operator Duties:
Inspect and Operate all equipment including but not limited to:
-Kobelco 7150
-Kobelco CK2000
Meet with customer and plan work schedule, lift plans, and crane tear down Complete daily invoice, time sheets, and inspections Work as directed by customer
Mentor and train riggers on proper rigging techniques Perform regular maintenance weekly and troubleshoot/repair when needed Inspect all rigging used to ensure in good condition and safe for use Hydra Offshore Construction
May 13, 2019- Feb 20, 2020- Crane Superintendent/Project Manager Duties:
Manage and supervise all crane maintenance and operations of 4 deep sea construction vessels as well as all crane maintenance and operations of shipyard cranes Manage and supervise special projects for MARAD and the USN Operation of all cranes, both vessel and shore based, when necessary Monitor the Planned Maintenance System implemented on board vessels Provide inspections, maintenance and repairs of crane and its equipment. Investigate and troubleshooting of mechanical and electronic components and systems. Supervise, train, and evaluate crane operators
Crane inspections completed in a timely manner with compliance with respected organization
(USCG, ABS, API, etc.)
Perform all scheduled preventative maintenance and provide monthly report to Office personnel.
Effectively interface with manufactures, suppliers and third parties in repairing equipment as needed.
Oversee all technical conditions and operations of the crane Responsible for technical- related issues, port state control, USCG and ABS Inspections Maintain communications with Office on a day to day basis Schedule and supervise planned and unplanned repairs, inspections and dry-docking Responsible for Scheduling, Budgeting, and Logistics of Dry-dock and Shipyard Operations Responsible for the class status of the vessel and for arranging surveys Responsible for management oversights of the vessel Preventative Maintenance System Responsible for securing and inspecting new assets December 15, 2018- May 13, 2019- Crane Superintendent- Consultant Duties:
Manage and supervise all crane maintenance and operations of 2 deep sea construction vessels and all crane maintenance and operations of home-base shipyard cranes Operate EBI 5T hydraulic pedestal box boom crane for personnel transfer and small lifts Operate TTS 60mT hydraulic pedestal knuckleboom subsea crane for all deck lifts and subsea lifts
Daily and monthly inspection and maintenance of cranes Supervise deckhands(during crane ops), riggers, and crane operators Train new operators on function and operation of crane and all required maintenance Conduct rigger training with all deckhands and riggers on weekly basis to keep up to date on safe and proper rigging practices
Inventory all supplies and equipment coming to and from vessel Inspection of all slings, shackles and other rigging Perform all maintenance and repairs on both cranes Contact vendors for troubleshooting and material requests Report directly to Marine Manager
McDermott International
May 10, 2018- May 13, 2019- Lead Crane &Rigging Foreman/Heavy Lift Crane Operator Duties:
Supervise crane operators, riggers, equipment operators, bus drivers, and truck drivers(30-65 employees)
Ensure safe rigging practices are being followed at all times Complete all function testing on crane operators and ensure proper operating procedures followed
Assist in troubleshooting crane malfunctions
Operate the following as needed:
-Liebeherr LR1300 w/luffer
-Liebeherr LR1280 w/luffer
-Kobelco CKE2500 w/luffer
-Kobelco CKE1350 w/ and w/o luffer
-Manitowoc 2250
-Manitowoc 888
-Tadano GR1000XL
-Grove RT9150E
-Grove RT9130E-2
-Linkbelt RT110
-JLG 12k Lull
-OTR haul truck truck
-AWP-various brands
Review all JSA’s, 5x5’s, ICARE cards, permits, and inspections Plan and schedule crane operations with other departments Complete lift plans, lift permits, etc. when required Complete timesheets, evaluations, etc for employees Training employees on company policy and procedures Conduct daily and weekly safety meeting and daily boom meetings 4X Industrial
April 1, 2018- May 12, 2018- Asst. Project Manager/Crane & Equipment Operator Duties:
Job planning/scheduling for equipment and crane needed in railroad bridge replacement Operation and maintenance of crane, equipment, and pile driving equipment Contact vendors for quotes on equipment and cranes Supervise all equipment operations
Training employers in proper and safe operation of equipment Assist in assembly and disassembly of crane and pile driving equipment Consolidated Crane and Rigging
November 16, 2017-Apr 1, 2018- Crane Operator- Crawler & Hydro Duties:
Inspect and Operate all equipment including but not limited to:
-Linkbelt LS248H5 LBC(200T)
-Linkbelt LS278H5 LBC(250T)
-Kobelco CK1100G LBC(110T)
-Terex RT780(80T)
Meet with customer and plan work schedule, lift plans, and crane tear down Complete daily invoice, time sheets, and inspections Work as directed by customer
Mentor and train riggers on proper rigging techniques Perform regular maintenance weekly and troubleshoot/repair when needed Inspect all rigging used to ensure in good condition and safe for use CB&I
August 21, 2017- November 6, 2017- Lead Crane, Rigging, & Equipment Foreman/Crane Operator
Duties:
Inspect and Operate all equipment including but not limited to:
-Tadano 35T RT crane
-Tadano 55T RT crane
-Tadano 100T RT crane
-Linkbelt 100T RT crane
-Grove 150T RT crane
-Terex HC150 LBC
-Liebherr LR1200 LBC w/ luffer
-12K Lull
-35K Taylor forklift
-55K Taylor forklift
-Yard dog
-OTR Semi truck
Document all lifts made in lift log
Inventory material received and enter into master inventory Perform regular maintenance and troubleshoot/ repair on equipment as needed Mentor and train employees in safe rigging practices Supervise Crane and equipment operators and riggers Ensure all Equipment is in proper working order and maintenance being conducted Report to General Foreman
Overland Contracting
May 1, 2017- August 21, 2017- T&D Line NCCCO Crane/equipment Operator Duties:
Inspect and Operate all equipment including but not limited to:
-Tadano 55T RT crane
-National 1400A 33T boom truck
-Cat D6 Dozer
-Cat backhoe
-Front end loader
-JohnDeere excavator w/ drilling rig attachment
-12k Lull
-Mini Excavator
-Bobcat skid steer
Perform regular maintenance and troubleshoot/ repair as needed Assist in mob/demob of equipment from site to site Mentor and train employees in proper use and safe operation of equipment Train employees on proper rigging techniques
Inspect all rigging before use, monthly, and quarterly Report to Civil Foreman and Civil Construction Manager Spirit Construction
Mar. 14, 2016 - May 1, 2017- Master Operator/Equipment Foreman Duties:
Inspect and operate all equipment including but not limited to:
-Manitowoc 14000 lattice boom crawler crane
-Terex HC110 lattice boom crawler crane
-Grove 40T RT crane
-Terex 50T RT crane
-Tadano 55T RT crane
-Grove 75T RT crane
-Linkbelt 85T RT crane
-6k and 12k Lulls
-Industrial/warehouse forklift
-Bobcat
-Mini excavator
-Hug and haul semi w/ 42' float
Supervisor all operation of equipment
Train employees in proper and safe use of equipment Train employees on proper rigging techniques
Inspect all rigging in job site
Assist Other departments in finding material for installation with ISOs and Cut sheets Inventory and track material for installation
Request maintenance on rental equipment and keep track of planned maintenance on equipment
Gallatin Marine
Aug. 22, 2014 - Jan. 07, 2016- Crane Dept Supervisor- AMC Ambassador Duties:
Operate EBI 5T hydraulic pedestal box boom crane for personnel transfer and small lifts Operate TTS 60mT hydraulic pedestal knuckleboom subsea crane for all deck lifts and subsea lifts
Daily and monthly inspection and maintenance of cranes Supervise deckhands(during crane ops), riggers, and crane operators Train new operators on function and operation of crane and all required maintenance Conduct rigger training with all deckhands and riggers on weekly basis to keep up to date on safe and proper rigging practices
Inventory all supplies and equipment coming to and from vessel Inspection of all slings, shackles and other rigging Perform all maintenance and repairs on both cranes Contact vendors for troubleshooting and material requests Report directly to Operations Manager
Gulf Horizon
Apr. 1, 2014- Aug 21, 2014- Crane Operator
Duties:
Operate EBI 75T hydraulic pedestal telescopic box boom crane for all deck lifts and subsea lifts in conjunction with dive ops
Daily inspection and maintenance of cranes
Supervise deckhands and riggers while conducting crane ops Train new operators on function and operation of crane and all required maintenance Inspection of all slings, shackles and other rigging Report directly to Master of vessel
Nabors Offshore Corp.
Aug 14, 2012- Feb 21, 2013- Crane Operator;
Duties:
Operation Seatrax 150T hydraulic pedestal crane
Daily inspection and maintenance of crane
Supervise roustabouts
Train new employees and assign mentors
Inventory all supplies and equipment coming to and from rig General maintenance of rig
Report directly to deck foreman and deck supervisor Oct. 1, 2011- Aug 14, 2012- Safety Coordinator
Duties:
Preformed safety audits on rig as per OSHA and BSEE standards. Submitted payroll daily and weekly for all employees on rig. Scheduled all training for all employees on rig and updated in database Preformed rig inventory weekly
Submitted orders daily and weekly for supplies and parts. Inventory supplies and parts when received
Organize and issue out supplies and parts
Parker Drilling
Apr. 2011 - Oct. 2011- Lead Floorhand/ Operator
Duties:
Assist in all rig floor activities
Monitor well control for signs of kick and take necessary precautions Train new employees
Relieve derrickhand when needed
Operate Amerex 10t & 6t hydraulic pedestal crane when needed Danos & Curole
Aug. 2008 - Apr. 2009- Maintenance Supervisor/Rigger Duties:
Operate all heavy equipment including LeTourneau 80t electric pedestal crane, Linkbelt 110t friction crawler crane, backhoe, bulldozer, trackhoe, and forklift Preform preventative maintenance on all equipment
Assist riggers when necessary
General maintenance of ship yard
Train new employees
Noble Drilling
Jan. 2006 - May 2007- Lead Roustabout
Duties:
Operation of hydraulic and friction pedestal crane Daily inspection and maintenance of crane
Supervise roustabouts
Train new employees and assign mentors
Inventory all supplies and equipment coming to and from rig General maintenance of rig
Report directly to Barge Engineer and Crane Operator Education:
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
2010- Associates in Arts
Major: General Education
Minor: EMT-B
GPA: 3.67
Army National Guard
Apr. 2004 - Aug. 2006- Honorable Discharge (Hardship) MOS: Combat Medic, Medical Logistics Specialist, Radio Operator Rank: E4
Certifications/Licenses:
Marine Trash & Debris Awareness
LOTO for supervisors
Advanced offshore water survival & HUET
Advanced First Aid/CPR/BBP/AED
Confined Space Entry & Rescue
Drug & alcohol awareness for supervisors
Fall Protection
Electrical Safety
Harassment Prevention Training
Hydraulic Pedestal Knuckle, Lattice and Box boom Crane Operator, OSHA Crane 1910.180 & 1926.550, API RP2D 7th Edition
NCCCO Crane Operator- BFT, LBC, LBT, STC, TLL, TSS OSHA 10
Cranes Operated:
Land:
-Tadano RT 55t -250t
-Kobelco crawler w/luffer- 1100, 1200, 1350, 7150, CK2000
-Linkbelt RTC & TCC- 65t -200t
-Linkbelt crawler(friction and hydraulic)- 218, 248, 278, 548
-Liebherr crawler w/ luffer- 1250, 1300, 1400, 1600, 1750
-Manitowoc crawler (hydraulic and friction)w/ luffer- 888, 999, 14000, 18000, 2250, 4100, 4600 Ringer, 7000 Ringer
-Demag crawler w/luffer- 2600, 2800
-Multiple neck breakers
Sea:
-Knuckle-boom crane up to 250t(TTS, NOV, McGregor)
-Box Boom crane up to 200t(Techcrane, EBI)
-Lattice boom crane up to 1250t(Hydraulic & Friction)(FMC, Linkbelt, Seatrac, American, Clyde) References:
Brent Sappington- Port Engineer- 281-***-****
Jeff Abbott- Bosun/Crane Operator- 832-***-****
Dustin Anderson- Crane Operator- 601-***-****
Les Newman- OCM- 423-***-****