Damon Runyan

Operate Haul trucks from 789, 793C/D and F. Water trucks from an International 5000 up to a 785. Also run 854 G/K Rubber tire dozer.

• Maintained work areas by grading surfaces, clearing debris, and supporting haul road conditions.
• Coordinated with dispatch and field crews using radio communication to maintain production flow.
• Followed mine safety procedures, traffic controls, and lockout protocols during daily operations.
• Monitored equipment performance and reported mechanical issues to minimize downtime and delays.
• Assisted maintenance teams with equipment positioning, shutdown preparation, and return-to-service checks.

• Diagnosed diesel, hydraulic, and electrical failures on haul trucks, loaders, and support equipment.
• Performed preventive maintenance, inspections, and scheduled repairs to maximize mobile fleet reliability.
• Rebuilt engines, transmissions, brakes, and hydraulic systems using mine maintenance procedures.
• Interpreted equipment manuals, schematics, and diagnostic codes to isolate root causes quickly.
• Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
• Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
• Also ran the PK39 truck for 6 years

Maintained delivery vehicles to meet DOT specifications, ensuring compliance and safety for all transportation operations.

Performed various diagnostics to the engine,drivetrain and braking systems

• Supervised maintenance workflows for processing equipment, packaging lines, and utility systems.
• Diagnosed mechanical failures and restored production equipment to safe operating condition.
• Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules for pumps, conveyors, motors, and refrigeration components.

• Supervised mechanics, providing hands-on guidance for diagnostics, troubleshooting, and corrective repairs.
• Directed shop operations, assigning repair priorities and coordinating daily maintenance workflows.
• Inspected vehicles and equipment to verify safe operation and compliance with maintenance standards.
• Scheduled preventive maintenance using work orders, service records, and repair histories.
• Coordinated parts procurement, tracking inventory levels to reduce downtime and support timely repairs.
• Enforced safety procedures, ensuring lockout, tagout, and shop housekeeping standards were followed.