Dakota Francis
Vienna,IL
Summary
Dedicated heavy equipment operator with over four years of experience in mining operations. Adept at conducting thorough pre-operational inspections, ensuring safety compliance, and training new operators to enhance team efficiency and performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Wheel Loader Operator
Shawnee Stone
Buncombe, Illinois
04.2026 - Current
- Loaded trucks with loose material using a wheel loader.
- Performed pre-operational inspection on equipment prior to use.
- Communicated workflow and equipment status to supervisors to ensure smooth operations.
- Alerted supervisor of required repairs and low supplies to maintain operational efficiency.
Continuous Miner Operator
Hamilton County Coal
McLeansboro, Illinois
05.2025 - 04.2026
- Operated continuous miner equipment to extract coal efficiently and safely.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during operations.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure equipment compliance with safety standards.
Continuous Miner Operator
Prairie State Energy Campus
Marissa, Illinois
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Operated continuous miner equipment to extract coal efficiently and safely.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure equipment compliance with safety standards.
- Loaded material onto a shuttle car for transport out of the mine shafts and tunnels.
Continuous Miner Operator
Mach Mine
Johnston City, Illinois
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Operated continuous miner equipment to extract coal efficiently and safely.
- Monitored and adjusted machinery settings for optimal performance during operations.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure equipment compliance with safety standards.
Relief Mate
Marquette Transportation Company
Paducah, Kentucky
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Supervised the operation of deck equipment including winches, cranes, derricks and gangways.
- Operated deck equipment for loading and unloading cargo efficiently.
- Assisted in navigation and communication with the captain during voyages.
- Coordinated firefighting drills and emergency response procedures onboard the vessel.
- Participated in man overboard drills and rescue operations during emergencies at sea.
Roof Bolter Operator
Gateway Mine
Coulterville, Illinois
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated roof bolting machinery to ensure safe and efficient drilling.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to enhance operational reliability.
- Monitored rock conditions and reported hazards to maintain workplace safety.
Continuous Miner Operator Trainer
New Elk Mine
Weston , CO
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Trained new operators on safe equipment handling and operational procedures.
- Operated continuous miner to extract coal efficiently in underground environments.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery to maintain optimal working conditions.
- Conducted pre-operational checks on equipment before use to ensure proper functioning.
Continuous Miner Operator
M Class Mine
Macedonia, IL
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Operated continuous miner equipment to extract coal efficiently and safely.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure equipment compliance with safety standards.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during operations.
Continuous Miner Operator
Jesse Creek Mining
Montevallo, Alabama
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Operated continuous miner equipment to extract coal efficiently and safely.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure equipment compliance with safety standards.
- Loaded material onto a shuttle car for transport out of the mine shafts and tunnels.
Roof Bolter Operator
Wildcat Hills
Equality, Illinois
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and equipment use.
- Followed safety regulations and company policies during all operational activities.
- Reported any issues or concerns related to mining operations immediately.
Outby Support
Twenty Mile Coal
Oak Creek, Colorado
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Roof Bolter Operator
Viking Mining
Macedonia, Illinois
07.2015 - 11.2015
- Operated roof bolting machinery to ensure safe and efficient drilling.
- Monitored rock conditions and reported hazards to maintain workplace safety.
- Documented daily activities and maintenance logs for compliance tracking.
- Executed job tasks and duties based on supervisor instructions.
Roof Bolter Operator
New Future Mine
Galatia, Illinois
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Operated roof bolting machinery to ensure safe and efficient drilling.
- Ensured that all roof bolts were installed according to plan and specifications.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure consistent operational reliability.
- Replaced worn parts on machinery to uphold operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and effective equipment use to foster a safe work environment.
Laborer
M Class Mine
Macedonia , IL
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Operated heavy machinery to facilitate efficient mining operations.
- Executed heavy lifting tasks in varied environments to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from transport vehicles to ensure timely project execution.
- Adhered to safety procedures to maintain secure worksite conditions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Goreville High School
Goreville, IL05-2010
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Loader servicing
- Equipment operation
- Pre-operational inspection
- Equipment inspections
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Risk assessment
- Material handling
- Heavy lifting
- Training new operators
- Workflow communication
- Detail orientation
- Emergency preparedness
Timeline
Wheel Loader Operator
Shawnee Stone
04.2026 - Current
Continuous Miner Operator
Hamilton County Coal
05.2025 - 04.2026
Continuous Miner Operator
Prairie State Energy Campus
04.2024 - 05.2025
Continuous Miner Operator
Mach Mine
03.2022 - 04.2024
Roof Bolter Operator
Gateway Mine
08.2021 - 01.2022
Relief Mate
Marquette Transportation Company
01.2021 - 03.2022
Continuous Miner Operator Trainer
New Elk Mine
05.2020 - 08.2021
Continuous Miner Operator
M Class Mine
09.2019 - 05.2020
Continuous Miner Operator
Jesse Creek Mining
08.2018 - 09.2019
Roof Bolter Operator
Wildcat Hills
06.2016 - 08.2018
Outby Support
Twenty Mile Coal
11.2015 - 06.2016
Roof Bolter Operator
Viking Mining
07.2015 - 11.2015
Roof Bolter Operator
New Future Mine
01.2014 - 07.2015
Laborer
M Class Mine
01.2013 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Goreville High School