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M. Nicole Hopper

Edmonton,AB

Summary

I am a journeyman crane operator looking to expand my skillset. I bring 10 years of hands on experience on a multitude of different cranes. I easily adapt to new equipment and the obstacles of day to day operations. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Crane Operator

Cutting Edge Company
Kamloops, British Columbia
07.2025 - 09.2025

Operated 1100 Manitowoc building an escape tunnel for Cooper mountain Gold mine.

  • Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
  • Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
  • Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
  • Operated cranes to lift and move materials on construction sites.
  • Communicated with ground crew using hand signals and radios.
  • Maintained accurate logs of crane operations and maintenance activities.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks such as greasing, oiling, and cleaning crane parts.

Journeyman Crane Operator

Energy Crane
Stony Plain, Alberta
05.2023 - 12.2024

Operated 1,130 Liebherr all-terrain cranes. New construction, Artemis Goldmine.

  • Ensured that all loads were rigged properly before moving them with the crane.
  • Calculated load weights accurately according to established procedures.
  • Responded safely in emergency situations to avoid further potential hazards or accidents.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks such as greasing, oiling, and cleaning crane parts.
  • Inspected cranes for defects on a daily basis.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies pertaining to safety practices at all times.
  • Followed all site rules and regulations.
  • Verified that load capacities were not exceeded while operating the crane.

Mobile Crane Operator

Sarens / Mammoet
Vancouver And Fort McMurray, BC/AB
05.2022 - 04.2023

Operated at variety of crane for Sarnes I did 15 ton, 27 ton, boom truck, 1090 LTM and was second Operator for the a couple crawlers

Mammoet I mainly operated Rough terrain Cranes

  • Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations.
  • Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
  • Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
  • Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
  • Trained and monitored junior crane operators, communicating tasks clearly and giving regular, constructive feedback.
  • Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
  • Performed routine crane repairs and assisted other operators.
  • Maintained accurate crane operator log books detailing seat time, jobs, locations, cranes used and daily hours.
  • Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
  • Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.

Mobile Crane Operator

NCSG \ Mammoet
Fort McMurray, AB
02.2021 - 05.2022
  • Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations.
  • Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
  • Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's excifications.
  • Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
  • Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
  • Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
  • Maintained accurate crane operator log books detailing seat time, jobs, locations, cranes used and daily hours.
  • Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
  • Trained and monitored junior crane operators, communicating tasks clearly and giving regular, constructive feedback.
  • Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
  • Calculated load weights and verified lifting capacities to prevent overload.

Mobile Crane Operator

Sterling Crane
Edmonton, AB
06.2014 - 01.2020
  • Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
  • Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
  • Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
  • Maintained accurate crane operator log books detailing seat time, jobs, locations, cranes used and daily hours.
  • Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
  • Performed routine crane repairs and assisted other operators.
  • Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
  • Trained and monitored junior crane operators, communicating tasks clearly and giving regular, constructive feedback.
  • Guided team members in arranging blocking or outrigging under cranes.
  • Promoted worksite safety by identifying hazards and reporting or correcting immediately.

Education

Mobile Crane

NAIT
Spruce Grove, AB
2017

Skills

  • First Aid
  • H2S
  • Fall Protection
  • Construction Safety
  • Class One
  • All Terrain Crane
  • Crawler Crane
  • Boom Tuck
  • Spider Crane
  • Carrie Deck
  • Rough Terrain Crane
  • Rigging For Tower Crane

Timeline

Journeyman Crane Operator

Cutting Edge Company
07.2025 - 09.2025

Journeyman Crane Operator

Energy Crane
05.2023 - 12.2024

Mobile Crane Operator

Sarens / Mammoet
05.2022 - 04.2023

Mobile Crane Operator

NCSG \ Mammoet
02.2021 - 05.2022

Mobile Crane Operator

Sterling Crane
06.2014 - 01.2020

Mobile Crane

NAIT
M. Nicole Hopper