Jacob Van Almen
Euclid
Summary
Im a skilled worker with a versatile background in operating heavy machinery and following safety protocols. Im great at adapting to any work environment and have a strong sense of responsibility, ready to use my experience and listen to others expertise to support efficient operations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mine Support/Production Miner
Morton Salt
Painesville, OH
07.2020 - 02.2026
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Operated heavy machinery to extract minerals efficiently and safely.
- Collaborated with team members to implement safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents.
- Assisted in training new miners on operational procedures and safety guidelines.
- Monitored extraction processes, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
- Participated in emergency response drills to be prepared for any potential incidents or accidents onsite.
Residential Water Proofer
K.M.U. Trucking and Excavating
Avon, OH
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Operated power tools and machinery for construction tasks, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with skilled tradespeople to complete residential projects on schedule.
- Maintained job site cleanliness and organization, promoting a safe working environment.
- Monitored material inventory levels, coordinating orders to prevent project delays.
Seasonal Worker
Cargill
Cleveland, OH
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Developed strong relationships with coworkers through effective communication skills and also developed strong teamwork within our group.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor and upbeat attitude throughout the busy holiday season.
- Operated heavy machinery, ensuring efficient material movement and site productivity.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections to maintain safety and operational standards.
Male Aid
Murray Ridge Center
Lorain, OH
06.2015 - 11.2018
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Dishwasher/Kitchen Prep/Line Cook
Bob Evans Restaurant
Avon, OH
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Operated dishwashing machinery to ensure cleanliness and sanitation of restaurant equipment.
- Maintained organized workstations to optimize efficiency during peak service hours.
- Monitored inventory levels, communicated needs to management, and minimized food waste.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brookside High School
Sheffield, OHNo Degree - Liberal Arts
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OHSkills
- Over the course of almost six years of working at Morton Salt Mine I acquired many skills that led me to be a proficient and skilled worker with an attention to detail and above all paying attention to safety while performing my duties I've operated and held many jobs while working there with production and mine support which include, Operating the LHD loaders, tamping with Anfo/Powder, running the scaler, roof bolting, maintaining roadways, operating skid steers, loading boats and being a crushing and screening operator Im very technical and enjoy problem solving when something is new to me Team work is very important to me when it comes to being efficient within the day to day operations of working in any field and I believe that's how a successful operation is built and maintained
- Im a quick learner that will adhere to what a supervisors objectives are for the day and complete the task at hand with my best foot forward while taking constructive criticism and working with others to finalize work with the best result
Certification
Im certified to handle explosives and have a license with the ATF. I have been certified to administer CPR and first aid.
Timeline
Mine Support/Production Miner
Morton Salt
07.2020 - 02.2026
Residential Water Proofer
K.M.U. Trucking and Excavating
04.2019 - 07.2020
Seasonal Worker
Cargill
11.2018 - 04.2019
Male Aid
Murray Ridge Center
06.2015 - 11.2018
Dishwasher/Kitchen Prep/Line Cook
Bob Evans Restaurant
01.2013 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Brookside High School
No Degree - Liberal Arts
Lorain County Community College