Results-driven mining supervisor with extensive experience at Wolverine Fuels, specializing in safety compliance and operational efficiency. Proven ability to train and mentor teams while enforcing MSHA standards. Skilled in strategic planning and hazard management, successfully enhancing production workflows and reducing downtime through effective crew coordination and proactive safety measures.
Work History
Supervisor
1 Year 11 Months
Wolverine Fuels | 11.2024 - Current
Supervised daily mine operations to maintain production flow, safety compliance, and shift accountability.
Coordinated crews, equipment, and task assignments to support efficient underground work processes.
Enforced MSHA safety standards and corrected hazards to strengthen site-wide compliance.
Track Announcer
Desert Thunder Raceway | 2002 - Current
Supervisor
3 Years 11 Months
Wolverine Fuels | 12.2020 - 11.2024
Step Up Supervisor, Fireboss, Beltman
Enforced MSHA safety standards and corrected hazards to strengthen site-wide compliance.
Coordinated crews, equipment, and task assignments to support efficient underground work processes.
Fireboss Step Up Shift Foreman
3 Years 10 Months
Wolverine Fuels | 02.2017 - 12.2020
Inspected underground areas for fire hazards, gas buildup, and unsafe conditions before production activities.
Monitored ventilation controls to maintain safe airflow and reduce ignition risks.
Coordinated evacuation procedures during emergency conditions and directed crews to safe locations.
Documented hazardous conditions, corrective actions, and shift safety observations for compliance records.
Fireboss Belt Mechanic
2 Years
Wolverine Fuels | 02.2016 - 02.2018
Inspected underground workings for fire hazards, methane buildup, and unsafe conditions.
Enforced ventilation controls and verified air quality before mining operations resumed.
Coordinated emergency response actions during smoke, heat, or ignition events.
Documented hazard reports, corrective actions, and shift condition changes accurately.
Evaluated workplace conditions and authorized safe re-entry after hazard clearance.
Supervisor. Fireboss
3 Years 5 Months
Murrey Energy | 09.2012 - 02.2016
Supervisor, Fireboss, Belt Mechanic
10 Years 3 Months
Arch Coal | 06.2002 - 09.2012
Supervised daily mine operations to maintain safe, efficient production workflows.
Enforced MSHA safety standards and corrected hazards across work areas.
Coordinated crews, equipment, and shift assignments to support production targets.
Monitored operational performance and resolved issues affecting output and downtime.
Supervisor
3 Months
Independent Contractors | 03.2002 - 06.2002
Supervised Production Crew and Handled Information for IC with the Company Owner in Price Utah..
Monitored production activities and adjusted priorities to reduce downtime and workflow delays.
Shift Foreman, Supervisor, Fireboss
6 Years 9 Months
KIscaden Coal, Lodestar Energy | 06.1995 - 03.2002
Started Mining Career, Ended as Shift Foreman at McClane Canyon in Colorado..
Education
High School Diploma
Carbon High School | Price, UT
Associate of Science - Marketing Advertising, Buisness And Accounting
College of Eastern Utah USU Eastern | Price, UT
AS Degree
Skills
Training and mentoring
Goal oriented
Staff management
Customer service
Strategic planning
Affiliations
25 year member of Price Elks Lodge, Leading Knight.
Certification
EMT-B UTAH
NREMT NATIONAL
UTAH MINE FOREMAN
UTAH SURFACE MINE FOREMAN
UTAH FIREBOSS
COLORADO SHOT FIRE/FIREBOSS
NEW MEXICO MINE FOREMAN
MINE RESCUE CERTIFICATION
UTAH TRAIN THE TRAINER CERTIFICATION
UTAH DABS SERVER
Additional Information
Owned and Operated my own DJ Service as well as a 10 year Career in Radio in addition to my coal mining career
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Timeline
Supervisor
Wolverine Fuels
11.2024 - CurrentRead More
Supervisor
Wolverine Fuels
12.2020 - 11.2024Read More
Fireboss Step Up Shift Foreman
Wolverine Fuels
02.2017 - 12.2020Read More
Fireboss Belt Mechanic
Wolverine Fuels
02.2016 - 02.2018Read More
Supervisor. Fireboss
Murrey Energy
09.2012 - 02.2016Read More
Supervisor, Fireboss, Belt Mechanic
Arch Coal
06.2002 - 09.2012Read More
Supervisor
Independent Contractors
03.2002 - 06.2002Read More
Shift Foreman, Supervisor, Fireboss
KIscaden Coal, Lodestar Energy
06.1995 - 03.2002Read More
Track Announcer
Desert Thunder Raceway
2002 - CurrentRead More
Carbon High School
High School Diploma
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College of Eastern Utah USU Eastern
Associate of Science from Marketing Advertising, Buisness And Accounting