Robert Olvera
Victorville
Summary
Dedicated crane operator with proven skills in safety protocols, load calculations, and effective communication. Committed to ensuring safe and efficient operations on job sites.
I have several years of experience in ironworking and rigging prior to crane operation. I also have years in foreman and general foreman experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crane Operator
Schultz Industrial
Rancho Dominguez
10.2024 - 03.2026
- Operated cranes to lift and move heavy materials safely.
- Conducted routine safety checks on crane equipment before operation.
- Collaborated with team members to effectively coordinate material handling tasks, enhancing workflow and safety during operations.
- Interpreted blueprints and signals for precise load placement.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during crane operation.
- Operated cranes to efficiently lift, move, and place materials in designated areas, ensuring safe and accurate load management.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
- Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
- Verified that all safety devices are functioning properly before each shift.
- 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.
- Assisted rigging team during load setup to ensure safe lifting procedures.
- Maintained cranes through thorough inspections for defects or wear, lubricating ropes and winches, and replacing worn cables to uphold operational safety.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations at all times while operating the crane.
Crane Operator
The Industrial Company, TIC
Delta
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated cranes to lift and move heavy materials safely.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate material handling tasks.
- Conducted routine safety checks on crane equipment before operation.
- Maintained logs of daily operations and equipment usage records.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during crane operation.
- Operated cranes to safely lift, move, and place materials, ensuring precise positioning for project requirements.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
- Calculated net capacity of crane configurations by determining load chart and rigging weight, facilitating safe and efficient material handling.
- Verified that all safety devices are functioning properly before each shift.
- Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
- Calculated weight limits based upon boom length, angle of lift, radius of swing and type of load being lifted.
- Adhered strictly to loading charts for specific types of cranes when lifting heavy objects.
- Monitored cable and grappling device condition, replacing cables as needed to maintain safety and compliance with preventive maintenance schedule.
Crane and Rigging Foreman
Matrix Service Company
Magna
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Supervised rigging operations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Trained team members on rigging techniques and safety protocols.
- Inspected rigging equipment for wear and adherence to regulations.
- Managed the scheduling of rigging tasks and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with project managers to align rigging strategies with project goals.
- Led safety meetings to promote a culture of safety within the team.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the project lifecycle; provided updates on progress made towards completion goals.
- Managed personnel and activities to set up rigs for efficient, safe operations.
- Maintained accurate records of rigging operations, including load weights, inspection reports and any other relevant information.
- Coordinated with other departments such as engineering or maintenance to ensure all activities were completed safely and efficiently.
- Ensured all personnel were properly trained in the use of rigging tools, including slings, shackles, hoists, spreader bars and lifts.
- Investigated incidents involving injuries or property damage resulting from improper use of equipment or unsafe working conditions.
- Inspected rigging equipment and ensured it was safely installed in accordance with applicable standards.
- Enforced company policies related to safety procedures while maintaining an organized work environment.
- Monitored crew members' performance during lift operations; issued warnings or disciplinary actions when appropriate.
- Established and coordinated radio communications between short-based and off-shore personnel.
- Provided technical advice to crane operators regarding the most efficient methods for handling loads.
- Resolved conflicts between workers through effective communication strategies; mediated disputes when necessary.
- Assessed rig operations regularly to identify compliance or performance issues.
- Conducted daily job site inspections to identify potential hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Interpreted blueprints accurately to determine optimal placement for cranes and other large machinery used during complex lifts.
- Supervised a team of riggers, providing instruction and guidance on proper techniques for safe lifting and moving of materials.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
Ironworker General Foreman/Rigger Foreman
Specialty Welding Services
Corpus Christi
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safety standards on job sites.
- Installed metal frameworks, ensuring compliance with safety standards and specifications.
- Operated cranes and hoists to position heavy materials accurately on-site.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex welding tasks efficiently.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute project requirements effectively.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance during operations.
- Assisted in training new ironworkers on safety protocols and best practices.
- Worked onsite outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as cranes or forklifts.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
- Maintained a clean workspace throughout the duration of the project.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Climbed ladders and scaffolds to access work areas at height.
- Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress on the job site.
- Drilled holes in metal for bolting components together.
- Studied and understood blueprints and specifications before beginning work on projects.
- Collaborated with construction foreman to establish and confirm task sequences and reinforcing requirements.
- Supervised crew members in proper steel placement in locations.
- Removed and replaced existing grating and structural steel with appropriate materials.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute lifting operations.
- Coordinated with crane operators for precise load handling and placement.
- Ensured adherence to industry standards during all rigging operations.
- Inspect rigging equipment for any visible damage or defects prior to use.
- Safely disassemble rigging equipment when no longer needed for a production or performance.
- Signaled and verbally directed workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to protect workers and materials.
- Reviewed job specifications and site conditions to determine appropriate rigging configurations.
- Sorted and erected steel, bolt-up and torque connections.
- Supervised daily operations and workflow for construction projects.
- Coordinated with subcontractors and vendors to ensure project compliance.
- Implemented schedules to optimize labor efficiency across job sites.
- Communicated regularly with team members about changes in scope or schedule.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated assigned personnel in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction including scheduling personnel and supplies as needed.
- Estimated time, material, and labor costs used in project plans.
- Analyzed job sites to mitigate risks.
- Performed final walkthroughs of each job and prepared reports.
- Collaborated with engineers and architects on design modifications when necessary.
- Directed fabrication of components needed for specific jobs.
- Developed and implemented job plans for construction projects.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Victorville High School
Victorville, CA05-1995
Skills
- Crane operation
- Load calculations
- Safety protocols
- Rigging techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment maintenance
- Effective communication
- Crane inspections
- Permit acquisition
- NCCCO certified
- Rigging
- Mobile cranes
- Mobile crane operations
- Signal communication
- Troubleshoot malfunctions
- Rigging skills
- Load calculation
- Blueprint reading
- Steel fabrication
- Crane signaling
- Beam installation
- Rigging preparation
- Aerial work platform
- Grating installation
- Erection drawing assessments
- Anchor bolt setting
- Structural bolting
- Torch cutting
- Angle Grinding
- Team leadership
- Steel erection
- Effective customer communication
- Job planning
- Hand and power tool operation
Certification
- nccco certified small and large cranes TSS, TLL
Timeline
Crane Operator
Schultz Industrial
10.2024 - 03.2026
Crane Operator
The Industrial Company, TIC
01.2023 - 10.2024
Crane and Rigging Foreman
Matrix Service Company
10.2020 - 10.2022
Ironworker General Foreman/Rigger Foreman
Specialty Welding Services
09.2018 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Victorville High School