Brian Coates
Glenwood,NL
Summary
Focused 30-year track record achieving safe, cost effective and efficient transportation of hazardous ,and drilling material to specified destinations throughout Alaska and Canada. Maintaining compliance with Federal, municipal and company regulations. In depth knowledge of specialized equipment . Hauling heavy equipment to remote mine sites, safe loading, unloading and proper load securing of trucks, trailers,boom trucks from one location to another. Extensive experience hoisting and hauling equipment in high-risk environments. Establishing tank farms, standing flare stacks, site preparation for rigs, plants and construction projects. Decommissioning and reclamation projects ensuring proper procedures regarding environmental sensitivities, regulations and safety protocols. Achieved optimal 8-year production rates as a Journeyman bridge builder, construction of logging, mining and government bridges in British Columbia. Reliable and hardworking individual with experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a wide range of construction equipment. Proven track record in operating heavy machinery with a high degree of accuracy and safety. Possesses excellent communication and organizational skills, and strong attention to detail.
Dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator with experience supporting team members and job requirements with safe performance. Collaborates closely with site team members to complete work on time and without incidents.
Hardworking professional known for observing all safety protocols and procedures during shift. Committed to daily inspections of equipment and vehicles. Meets and exceeds productivity standards and quickly adapts to changes in work environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator/Building Mover
Robert Coates Contracting
Glenwood, Newfoundland and Labrador
12.2017 - Current
- Pre trips inspections , j s a's, safety meetings, incident investigations, safe operation of heavy equipment , mobile equipment.
- Maintenance maintaining and mechanical repairs
- Jack and roll equipment , rollers and ibeans.
- Hydraulic lifting equipment, jack's valve banks, valve manifold's.
- Equipment... mini escescalators, rubber tire backhoes, excavators, trucks, trailers, boom trucks, knuckle booms.
- Material ririgging..
Tanker Truck Driver
Goodlo Holdings
Fort Saint John, Canada
11.2011 - 12.2017
- Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment, toolbox meetings and Field level hazard assessments.
- Transportation of is fluids to drill site.
- maintenance, and installation of high pressure pumps , water pumps, fuel lines , hydraulic lines,water lines, valve banks, tank farms . in remote drill locations.
- Follow all company, government and environmental safety protocols
- Maintained detailed and organized log & bill books.
- Responsible for daily safety meetings and Felid level hazard
- Transportation of diesel fuel, gasoline, methanol, produce water, sour condensate, heavy crude oil,and other fluids throughout Northwestern Canada.
- Operation of 8 axle combination units. Super-B and Truck&Quad.
- Off road driving for transport on rural mountain roads.
- Achieved optimal production rates while maintain production rates while maintain highest safety methods and practices.
- Adhering safety practices, along with up-to-date logs and paperwork.
Crane Operator,Drill rig mover
Mullen Trucking Group
Laduc, Canada
10.1997 - 04.2012
- Participated in the safety committee: facilitated co-operation in development and following safe work procedures concerning self and colleagues.
- Ensure safety and proper protocols are being followed at all times.
- Conducting work around hydro lines,
- Coordinated lifting activities with other
- Assisted in rigging loads by attaching slings or chains around them prior to hoisting.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards .
- Maintained logs of crane ,and rigging.
- Adapted quickly to changing work conditions and site requirements
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components and rigging prior to lifts.
- Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every lift.
- Verified that all safety devices are functioning properly before each shift.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Observed and followed signals .
- Calculated weight limits based upon boom length, angle of lift, radius of swing and type of load being lifted.
- Confirmed that all personnel are clear from the area before moving a load with the crane.
- Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
- Assisted with rigging operations as required.
- Reported any mechanical problems or malfunctions immediately so they can be addressed promptly.
- Stability during lifting operations.
- DRILLING RIG EQUIPMEN...
- Rig matting, subs box on box, sub panels, rig enclosements, catwalk,v Doors,A legs,Derrick and crown, conductor barrels, TOP drive,blocks.
- DRAW WORKS, DOG HOUSE.
- 9"12"15"Collors,heavy weight, drill pipe.
Education
Bridge Building Piledriving Crane Operator
B C I T British Columbia Institution of Technology
Vancouver, B.C 09.1994 - 05.1996
Crane Safe Certificate Level B -
Northern Lights College
Fort Saint John, Canada01.2011
Heavy Duty Boom Truck Certification -
BCIT
Vancouver, Canada01.1999
Red Seal Journeyman Piledriver -
BCIT
Vancouver, Canada01.1999
Riggers Certification -
BCIT
Vancouver, Canada01.1999
Red Seal Journeyman Bridge Builder -
BCIT
Vancouver, Canada01.1999
Mobile Equipment Operators Certification -
Ives and Associates
Vancouver, Canada01.1998
Class 1 Heavy Equipment/Traction Engine -
Bill Babcocks Training
B.C, Canada01.1994
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Hydraulic systems maintenance
- Material rigging
- Mobile equipment inspection
- Log maintenance
- Field hazard assessment
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Adaptability to change
- Safety procedures
- Hydraulic systems
- Safety programs
- Clean driving record
- personnel lifting devices, man baskets swing stages Drop lines ,fall protection
Certification
- First Aid- Level B CPR/AED
- Emergency First Aid-CPR B/AED
- Petroleum Safety Training
- Common Safety Orientation
- Construction safety Training Systems
- WHMIS
- Bear Awareness (Enform)
- Defensive Driving
- D.R.I.V.E
- Oilfield Drivers Awareness
- Smiths Driving
- Drivers Orientation (Ceda)
- Cargo Securement (Caycan)
- Field Orientation
- Federal vs. Provincial Drivers log Book
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- Wheels On Weights and Dimensions
- Oilfield Swampers Course
- Confined Space
- Fall Protection
- Electronic General Safety
- WHMIS 2015
- Electronic Drivers log
- 1LTE/2TLE/3TLE/TLX
- Tube Cleaning Technical Training
- 3D Special Technical Training
- 600 Horsepower Pump Specialized Technical Training
- Commercial Drivers Class 1, Pre Trip and Drivers Assessment
- High Pressure (10/15K)/Technical Training
- Industrial Vac Technical Training
- Rotofan Technical Training
- Hours of Service (Ceda)
- Daily Pre-Trip Inspections (Ceda)
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator/Building Mover
Robert Coates Contracting
12.2017 - Current
Tanker Truck Driver
Goodlo Holdings
11.2011 - 12.2017
Crane Operator,Drill rig mover
Mullen Trucking Group
10.1997 - 04.2012
Bridge Building Piledriving Crane Operator
B C I T British Columbia Institution of Technology
09.1994 - 05.1996
Crane Safe Certificate Level B -
Northern Lights College
Heavy Duty Boom Truck Certification -
BCIT
Red Seal Journeyman Piledriver -
BCIT
Riggers Certification -
BCIT
Red Seal Journeyman Bridge Builder -
BCIT
Mobile Equipment Operators Certification -
Ives and Associates
Class 1 Heavy Equipment/Traction Engine -
Bill Babcocks Training