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Brandon Womack

Summary

Seasoned Maintenance Tech bringing demonstrated safety management and performance optimization skills gained during experience in Fast pace settings. Deliver in-depth training and mentoring to help each improve abilities and advance work quality. Dependable, hardworking and level-headed in addressing diverse problems.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Underground Maintenance Lead

SMD Small Mining Development
10.2023 - Current

Experienced Working With:

Sandvik Equipment:

Jumbos: DD321, DD320S, DD311 and later models

Bolters: DS312, DS311, and later style models

Haul Trucks,

Maclean, Getmen, Norment.

Cat Equipment:

Loaders: R1300, R1600, R1700

Trucks: AD30, AD45

Epiroc Equipment:

Jumbos: Boomer S1, S2, T1, M, 281, 282

Bolters: Boltec 235, M10 S and E10 S

Boltec S

And a little on Simba ME7.

  • Improved overall facility safety with regular inspections and hazard identification initiatives.
  • Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
  • Completed necessary ISO documentation and records to show compliance.
  • Cooperated closely with other departments in support of cross-functional projects aimed at improving overall company efficiency.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability through thorough diagnosis and troubleshooting of mechanical issues.
  • Maintained detailed knowledge of industry best practices, staying current on emerging technologies and their potential applications within the facility.
  • Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.

familiar with (RCS) systems

Underground Drift Mechanic

Moran Mining & Tunnelling
08.2022 - 10.2023
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
  • Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.

Maintenance Supervisor

GRC NEVADA INC.
08.2019 - 05.2022
  • Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning and balancing new equipment for projects.
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
  • Maintained and Monitored A.D.R System for all major maintenance repairs
  • Overseen Complete Crusher operation/maintenance
  • Cone Rebuilds
  • Jaw Rebuilds
  • Screen Deck Overhauls
  • Conveyor belt refit and design fabrication.
  • Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
  • Supervised a Dozen employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Kept track of equipment, inventories and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.

Lead Mill Maintenance

Klondex Gold
12.2014 - 07.2019
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Studied system requirements to order components and parts and perform acceptance tests.
  • Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
  • Tested electrical continuity and electrical wiring by using ohmmeter and circuit tester.
  • Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
  • Rebuild and Repair CIL Tanks, Remove and Re-fabricate Auger Motor Fan Blade Propellers.
  • Repair Sag Mill, Ball Mills,
  • Refit/Design Gold Recovery Acid Wash System, Retort System, Pressure Vessel Work, Vacuum System Pump Repairs.
  • Rebuild Numerous Types of Slurry/Trash/Carbon Pumps.

Lead Crane Technician

American Equipment
08.2014 - 12.2015
  • Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
  • Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
  • Was put in charge of Major Mobile Crane Rebuilds
  • Fabricated 5 - 75 Ton Overhead Cranes, From Prints to Finish and Even Installing.
  • Major Crane Modifications, on/off customer sights.
  • Became Cal-Osha Certified
  • Became a NCCCO Overhead Crane Inspector/Certifier


Lead Service Crane Technician

ICRSS
03.2004 - 06.2014
  • Evaluated systems according to predetermined checklist and noted issues.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing and restoring machines to peak performance.
  • Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
  • Trained customer employees and managers on machine use and maintenance.
  • Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
  • Facilitated maintenance team training procedures to align with company standards.
  • Assisted team members with Mobile Crane equipment troubleshooting and diagnostics.
  • Became NCCCO Crane Certified
  • 3G/4G Welding Certified.
  • NCCCO Crane Inspector
  • Ran and Traveled the road every single day, pretty much catering to the mines and there needs of crane repair and operation. Major overhauls on Mobile/Overhead Cranes

Took care of all Tower Cranes Within the West Coast, as a third party inspector.

Drill Doctor/Drift Mechanic

Red Path
02.2004 - 04.2005

Learned the Alaskan way's of Negative Temps and Survival. Job duty's consisted of running the drift and keeping all equipment running and happy. Took on the responsibility of Drill Doctor which included of 30+ Drills managed and maintained my own part ordering/Vendor.

Heavy Fabrication Jobs, of building steel sets into tundra for new Portal Drifts, Conveyor', and escape ways.

Learned to do most duties in -40 to -70degree temperatures.


Underground Lube Technician

Metallic Ventures Gold Inc.
12.2001 - 10.2003

My duties consisted of Lubing and Fueling of all Surface and Underground equipment. Major Rebuilds of Jumbo Drills, Loaders (Mucker) from 1/2 yd to 6yd Equipment. Learned pretty much every type of Jackleg drill known to man on Rebuild, Gardner Denver 53-58-63-83 Drills, IR. 300's - 38, Drifter Drills- GD93-PR123, Toyo 240-260-280. Leaned Telescopic Feed Legs, Blackjack, GD Fl7-TFL14 Style, Toyo XSLD-50, MW TUL- Style.

Became knowledgeable in various types of Wilden Pumps, Surry, Sump Pumps,

Learned Ingersoll Rand, Joy&Gardner Denver, Tuggers-Slushers- Hoist.

Diesel/Electric 480V Controls

Education

Welding Technology

WNCC

Associate of Applied Science - Advanced Diesel/Automotive Applied Service Mange

Wyoming Technical Institute
06.2002

High School Diploma -

Mineral County High School
Hawthorne, NV
06.1999

Skills

  • Work Estimation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Skilled Maintenance and Repair
  • Policy and Procedure Writing
  • Safety Compliance
  • Tools and Equipment Maintenance
  • Outside Contractor Oversight
  • Employee Safety Training
  • Welding and Brazing
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Rigging/Lifting Expertise
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Arc welding
  • Electrical Maintenance
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Computerized Maintenance Management System
  • Quality Inspection
  • Work Order Management
  • Predictive Maintenance
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Electrical Systems
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Single-phase motors
  • Air Compressors
  • Pneumatic Systems
  • Facility Maintenance
  • Acetylene torches
  • Conveyors
  • Plasma cutting equipment
  • Articulating man lift
  • Mechanical Repair
  • Decision-Making
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Problem Detection and Resolution
  • MIG welding
  • Visual Inspection
  • Wiring Installation and Repair
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Team Supervision
  • Preventive Maintenance

Certification

  • Licensed Nccco Mobile/ Overhead Crane Operator
  • Nccco Inspector
  • Unlimited Welding Certified, SMAW, FCAW, and GTAW


Timeline

Underground Maintenance Lead

SMD Small Mining Development
10.2023 - Current

Underground Drift Mechanic

Moran Mining & Tunnelling
08.2022 - 10.2023

Maintenance Supervisor

GRC NEVADA INC.
08.2019 - 05.2022

Lead Mill Maintenance

Klondex Gold
12.2014 - 07.2019

Lead Crane Technician

American Equipment
08.2014 - 12.2015

Lead Service Crane Technician

ICRSS
03.2004 - 06.2014

Drill Doctor/Drift Mechanic

Red Path
02.2004 - 04.2005

Underground Lube Technician

Metallic Ventures Gold Inc.
12.2001 - 10.2003

Welding Technology

WNCC

Associate of Applied Science - Advanced Diesel/Automotive Applied Service Mange

Wyoming Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Mineral County High School
Brandon Womack