Friday, August 24, 2018

Construction worker John Thomas Moran Jr., 27, was struck by a portable building hoisted by a crane that was being moved at The Heights School in Montgomery County, Maryland










Police said 27-year-old John Thomas Moran Jr. was working outside the school moving a portable building. During the move, the building struck Moran, who died at the scene. 
He was a dedicated crane operator with the I.U.O.E. Local 37 Operating Engineers.



John Thomas Moran, Jr., 27 of North East, MD, passed away suddenly in a tragic construction accident on Thursday, August 23, 2018.

He was born in Milford, CT on March 22, 1991.

He was a dedicated crane operator with the I.U.O.E. Local 37 Operating Engineers.

John had a contagious smile and lit up every room he walked in. He was a loving son and brother. He walked the earth with a strut; loved fishing, boating, BBQ’s, roller coasters, hot sauces, Universal Studios, his New England Patriots and most importantly he loved life. All were so proud of his achievements. What a loss to the world.

John is survived by his parents: John Thomas Moran, Sr. and Doreen (Maturo) Moran of North East, MD; his sister: Jessica Nicole Moran; the love of his life: Kelly Lukaszewicz; his maternal grandmother: Lorraine Maturo and her companion: Charles Bolton of Naples, FL; his maternal grandfather: Charles Maturo of Milford, CT. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents: Doris and John Moran of Fairfield, CT. He was also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and so many friends.

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POTOMAC, Md. (WBFF) - 


A 27-year-old construction worker from Cecil County died while working at a school in Montgomery County Thursday morning.

John Thomas Moran Jr., 27, was struck by a portable building that was being moved hoisted by a crane at about 8:43 a.m. at The Heights School, on Seven Locks Road.

Moran lives on Charity Court in North East, Cecil County, according to Montgomery County Police Department.

He was pronounced dead at the scene, according to a news release.

It's the latest death of a Baltimore-area construction worker in recent months.

The Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Department was notified and is assisting in the ongoing investigation.


The Heights School is a private boys school for grades 3 to 12.

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NBC.com

A worker was killed Thursday morning after getting trapped between a wall and a building at a private day school in Montgomery County, Maryland.

The man was working at the Heights School on Seven Locks Road, placing a portable structure on the school property when he became trapped.

The call came in shortly after 8:45 a.m.

Montgomery County Police will investigate.


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Local 37 is a mid-sized mixed local union representing 1500 members. Mixed local means we represent both Operating Engineers working as heavy equipment operators, mechanic, and welders in the construction industry, and stationary engineers working inside buildings performing all types of facility maintenance. We also have members working in equipment rental houses, shops, and quarries.

Our mission is to provide a decent living wage, comprehensive health care, pensions and annuities for our members. We also have a training facility with up to date technology for all who wish to enhance their skill levels or for those who want to learn how to operate a new piece of equipment. All of our instructors are certified and are more than willing to help you with any of you training needs.

Our geographical jurisdiction includes all of Maryland, with the exception of Charles County, St. Mary’s County, Prince Georges County, and Montgomery County.