Blayne Burroughs
Northport
Summary
Resourceful Heavy Equipment Mechanic known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess skills in hydraulic systems, diesel engine repair, and preventative maintenance procedures. Excel through strong problem-solving abilities, adaptability to various working conditions, and effective communication with team members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Cowin & Company
Birmingham
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment for maintenance needs.
- Documented repair processes and parts used for future reference.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of equipment using specialized tools and equipment.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
Mechanic
DMC Mining
Patagonia
01.2024 - Current
- Performed drift/feild mechanic work.
- Diagnosed equipment at the face using critical thinking to get the machines up and running as quickly and efficiently as possible.
- Training on maintenance and trouble shooting on the Eprioc M10 bolter, 282 Atlas copco Jumbo, Getman shotcrete equipment, and atlas copco haulage gear
Mechanic
Thyssen Mining
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Perform maintenance of underground equipment including Sandvik single boom and double boom drills, bolters, muckers, jacklegs, and Granby cars
Top Lander
Frontier Kemper
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Prepare daily tasks and jobs, worked on jack legs, Rig materials and equipment for lowering in the shaft
- Handle, prepare, and install explosives; up-to-date explosives card
Maintenance Mechanic
American Mine Services (AMS)
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Air control and curtain installation
- Belt line maintenance
- Crusher and screen mechanic
- High-scale (60+ ft) backs and ribs maintenance
Maintenance Mechanic
Nyrstar Mines
Gordonsville
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Conduct preventive maintenance checks on plant and equipment
- Troubleshoot and diagnose machine faults
- Fabricate and weld crushers and belt structures
- Mobile mechanic and fuel truck driver
- Repair, replace, and fabricate belt lines, mechanical splices, and track belts for underground mines and quarries
- Repair crusher and belt structures
- Crew boss responsible for job preparation, task supervision, and crew safety
- Repair stationary equipment
- Diagnose fixed asset failures
- Complete repair objectives in a timely manner
Education
High School - NCCER Welding 1, Architecture Construction & Manufacturing
Sipsey Valley High School
Tuscaloosa, ALSkills
- Welding
- Shaft maintenanc
- Belt maintenance
- Belt line construction
- Belt line removal
- Equipment operation
- Rigging
- Skid steer operation
- Telehandler operation
- Manlift operation
- Loader operation
- Track equipment operation
- CPR
- First-Aid
- AED
- Explosives loading and handling
- Mechanical repairs
- Preventive maintenance
- Diagnostic testing
- Pneumatic systems
- Schematic assessment
- Problem diagnosis
- Equipment maintenance
- Hydraulic systems
References
- Tanis Ayers, 406-861-6989
- Shaun, Belt Tech Supervisor, 615-679-1911
- Eric, Frontier Kemper Supervisor, 205-864-0431
Timeline
Mechanic
Cowin & Company
05.2025 - Current
Mechanic
DMC Mining
01.2024 - Current
Mechanic
Thyssen Mining
01.2023 - 01.2024
Top Lander
Frontier Kemper
01.2022 - 01.2023
Maintenance Mechanic
American Mine Services (AMS)
01.2021 - 01.2022
Maintenance Mechanic
Nyrstar Mines
01.2019 - 01.2021
High School - NCCER Welding 1, Architecture Construction & Manufacturing
Sipsey Valley High School