Dedicated diamond driller, miner and heavy machinery operator skilled in equipment maintenance, risk assessment, and production tracking. Achievements include maximizing extraction efficiency and leading safety initiatives to ensure a secure work environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Miner 1, Diamond Driller 1, and Operator 1
Stillwater Mining Company
Nye , MT
06.2011 - Current
Operated diamond drilling machines to extract core samples from underground formations for analysis.
Transported core samples safely between sites in a timely manner.
Calculated depths of holes, angles and lengths of boreholes for directional drilling projects.
Operated heavy machinery for underground mining activities, enhancing operational efficiency.
Collaborated with team members to enhance material extraction processes.
Conducted regular safety inspections on equipment and work areas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Maintained accurate records of daily production and equipment usage.
Fire Chief
Absarokee Volunteer Fire Department
Absarokee, MT
06.2004 - Current
Directed incident command during multi-agency emergency response situations.
Led fire suppression operations during emergency incidents in the community.
Developed training programs for volunteer firefighters to enhance skills and safety.
Coordinated community outreach initiatives to promote fire safety awareness.
Reviewed and updated departmental policies to align with best practices in firefighting.
Managed staffing, recruitment, interviewing and selection of potential team members in alignment with station needs.
Managed equipment inventory and maintenance schedules for firefighting tools.
Carpenter
Pine Mountain of Montana
Absarokee, MT
06.2001 - 06.2011
Constructed custom frameworks for residential and commercial buildings.
Installed various types of roofing, siding, and trim materials.
Operated power tools and equipment for precise carpentry work.
Collaborated with clients to design tailored woodworking solutions.
Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate project execution.