Josef Warren
Morganfield,KY
Summary
Skilled in the safe and efficient extraction of coal from underground mines. Possess strong knowledge of mining equipment operation, mine safety protocols, and preventative maintenance procedures. Notable skills include problem-solving, teamwork, and resilience under physically demanding conditions. Played key role in improving operational efficiency with solid risk management techniques in previous work settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Surveyor
River View Coal
Morganfield, KY
04.2019 - 03.2025
- Performed methane gas checks and visually inspected work areas for hazardous conditions.
- Ensured quality control standards were met at all times through careful monitoring.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
- Inspected haulage systems for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Conducted pre-shift inspections of equipment, tools and work areas.
- Cleaned, sanitized and maintained equipment and tracks, walkways and conveyor decking to maintain safe work area.
- Adhered to safety protocols by maintaining awareness of markings, grade stakes and hand signals while operating equipment.
- Drove loaded shuttle cars to ramps and moved controls to discharge loads into mine cars or onto conveyors.
- Set up drills and drilling machines after testing areas for safety.
- Installed timber supports in underground tunnels to provide stability.
Coal Miner
RJ Temper Contracting Services
Madisonville, Kentucky
08.2015 - 01.2019
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and fellow miners via two-way radio.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Performed methane gas checks and visually inspected work areas for hazardous conditions.
- Maintained and sanitized work areas to achieve safe equipment operation.
- Trained new miners on safety procedures and proper use of equipment.
- Applied limestone treatment to mine walls and floor, decreasing risk of accidental explosions.
- Read blueprints and maps to determine tool placement for path cutting.
Underground Coal Miner
Dodge Hill Mining
Sturgis, Kentucky
09.2007 - 06.2015
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
- Operated mining machines such as continuous miners, shuttle cars and roof bolters.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and fellow miners via two-way radio.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lew Wallace High School
Gary, IN05-1996
Skills
- Roof Bolter Operator
- Scoop Operator
- Shuttle Car Driver
- Ram Car Driver
- Brattice Builder
- Miner Helper
- Third Shift Lead Man
- Ultility Man
- Belt Crew
- Belt/Power Mover
Timeline
Surveyor
River View Coal
04.2019 - 03.2025
Coal Miner
RJ Temper Contracting Services
08.2015 - 01.2019
Underground Coal Miner
Dodge Hill Mining
09.2007 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Lew Wallace High School
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