Eric Fisk
Marquette
Summary
Knowledgeable Lead Miner with solid background in leading mining operations and ensuring safety protocols. Successfully managed teams and optimized processes, contributing to operational efficiency. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Miner
Eagle Mine
Michigamme, MI
04.2024 - Current
- Mentored junior miners, fostering a culture of continuous learning and teamwork within the workforce.
- Managed teams of miners, ensuring optimal performance and a safe working environment.
- Operated heavy machinery to extract minerals safely and efficiently.
- Adhered to safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents significantly.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve productivity.
- Inspected work areas for hazards and successfully performed gas checks.
- Loaded, set and detonated explosives to produce desired blasting patterns.
Underground Miner
Cementation USA
Michigamme, MI
03.2017 - 04.2024
- Conducted regular maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected work areas for hazards and successfully performed gas checks.
- Improved safety standards by conducting thorough inspections of underground mining equipment and work areas.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by actively participating in safety meetings, providing feedback on workplace hazards, and suggesting potential solutions.
- Achieved high-quality ore extraction results using precise drilling techniques and adherence to geological plans.
- Contributed to the successful completion of mining projects through effective communication and coordination with supervisors and colleagues.
- Followed safety guides and signals to prevent injuries or accidents.
- Ran machines safely in fast-paced environments deep underground.
- Checked equipment regularly for upkeep needs or signs of malfunction.
Welder/Fabricator/Heavy Duty Mechanic
Associated Constructors
Negaunee, MI, USA
11.2015 - 03.2017
- Mostly welding and fabrication of steel and some aluminum. Mechanic duty of changing and fixing parts on heavy equipment and semi's.
Operator
Cain Brother Logging
Negaunee, MI, USA
09.2012 - 10.2015
- Operations of various equipment such as skidders, forwarders, loaders, bull dozers, dump truck, Timbco processor, Timbco buncher. Cutting trees, picking up and stacking logs, hauling dirt and gravel, building logging road's.
Mechanic Technician
Midas
Marquette, MI, USA
02.2009 - 09.2012
- Diagnosis any problems on automotive vechicals (cars, trucks). Replace parts such as brakes, steering parts, motors, transmission, fuel tanks, exhaust, tires, alignments.
Operator/Mechanic/Pipe fitter/Landscaper
Enright Construction
Negaunee, MI, USA
05.2004 - 01.2009
- Some mechanic work on equipment and semi's, landscaping including topsoil and building retaining walls, install water lines, sewer lines, septic tanks, drain fields, operations including digging footings, basements, sidewalks, sewer and water lines, and removal of trees and stumps. Use of Skid steer, loader, backhoe, dozer, excavator, roller, and dump truck.
Skills
- Residential construction
- Construction machinery operation
- Demolition
- Pipe laying
- Friendly and hardworking
- Plumbing
- Hydraulic equipment
- Brake repair and replacement
- Compact excavator operation
- Bulldozer operation
- Skilled with feller bunchers
- Track loader operation
- Suction excavator operation
- Wheel loading
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Equipment Maintenance
- TIG welding
- Loaders
- Blasting techniques
- Drilling operations
- Heavy machinery operation
- Ventilation systems
- Ground support installation
- Explosives handling
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- MSHA regulations
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking
Timeline
Lead Miner
Eagle Mine
04.2024 - Current
Underground Miner
Cementation USA
03.2017 - 04.2024
Welder/Fabricator/Heavy Duty Mechanic
Associated Constructors
11.2015 - 03.2017
Operator
Cain Brother Logging
09.2012 - 10.2015
Mechanic Technician
Midas
02.2009 - 09.2012
Operator/Mechanic/Pipe fitter/Landscaper
Enright Construction
05.2004 - 01.2009