ASHTON MITCHELL
Reno,NV
Summary
I excel in drilling operations from surface to underground, Ive learned 3 different methods of drilling. My self-motivation and excellent communication have been pivotal in maintaining high operational standards, recognized for high productivity levels and efficient task completion. Skilled in underground and surface mining techniques, safety compliance, and equipment operation. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork to navigate complex mining operations and ensure continuous improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Miner
Small Mine Development
Boise, USA
10.2020 - 01.2024
- Loaded, set and detonated explosives to produce desired blasting patterns
- Ran A Anfo explosive truck
- Performed checks on equipment regularly for upkeep needs or signs of malfunction
- Maintaining mining equipment, such as drills, conveyors and pumps.
Underground Driller
American Drilling
Spokane, USA
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Operated atlas copco u8 drilling rigs and inspected before and after use to maintain functionality and safety
- Trained several crew members on drilling operations, equipment maintenance and safe working practices
- Completed field reports and boring logs on daily basis and discussed issues with site supervisor along with communicate with client geologist
Driller's Lead Assistant
Boart Longyear Drilling
Salt Lake City, USA
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Assisted driller in procedures to advance and complete hole plans, along with coaching and directing driller assistant 2
- Performed Sample catching for rock samples that determine ground depth
- Moved equipment between job locations using pipe truck, water truck and diesel truck
- Operated Truck mounted crane
- Operated 18 speed water truck.
Drill Hand
Leach Drilling
Silver Springs, USA
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Worked as part of crew or without supervision to accomplish drilling tasks
- Operated trucks, backhoes, forklifts, generators, engines, pumps and other types of equipment
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness and residual levels
Education
High School Diploma -
Stanley High School
Portland, OR04.2017
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Excellent Communication
- Perfect Attendance Award
- Drilling operations
- Heavy machinery operation
- Hardworking
- Explosives handling
Certification
- MSHA Certification
- ATF Certification
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Sample Collection
- 1023 Certifications
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Miner
Small Mine Development
10.2020 - 01.2024
Underground Driller
American Drilling
10.2018 - 10.2020
Driller's Lead Assistant
Boart Longyear Drilling
07.2017 - 10.2018
Drill Hand
Leach Drilling
08.2014 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Stanley High School
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