Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Work Availability
Work Preference
Interests
Timeline
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Joe Thompson

Joe Thompson

Mine Maintenance Foreman
Rock Springs,WY

Summary

Underground Mine Maintenance foreman with over 15 years of hands-on experience coordinating installations, repairs and maintenance tasks. Versed in monitoring and ordering inventory and determining types of installations and repairs needed. Friendly and punctual individual possessing strong eye-for-detail and sound knowledge of quality standards and safety regulations.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mine Maintenance Foreman

Solvay USA
Green River , WY
01.2009 - Current
  • Supervised a team of mechanics in the performance of daily tasks, such as machine repair, installation, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on the mine hoists and ventilation fans.
  • Identified and corrected electrical malfunctions on underground and surface mining equipment and infrastructure.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Replaced obsolete components and systems with state-of-the-art modern devices.
  • Ordered necessary supplies and parts required for completion of electrical and mechanical jobs.
  • Planned, scheduled, staffed, and completed a wide array of projects.
  • Ensured that all personnel onsite adhered to MSHA requirements regarding workplace safety.
  • Organized shift schedules for assigned personnel to ensure adequate coverage during peak periods.
  • Conducted safety inspections on equipment, tools and work areas to identify potential risks and hazards.

Mine Maintenance Mechanic

Solvay USA
Green River, WY
04.2005 - Current
  • Troubleshot and repaired electrical systems and components of industrial machinery and equipment.
  • Installed, maintained, and tested electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices, and related equipment.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all electrical systems to ensure proper operation.
  • Inspected and tested circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, motors, and other electrical components.
  • Replaced defective parts such as switches, fuses, relays, contactors and timers.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when working with high voltage circuits.
  • Connected power cables to machines and equipment according to specifications.

Mine Tailings Operator

Solvay USA
Green River, WY
04.1998 - Current
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Construct and maintain new tailings pipe systems.
  • Install, operate, and troubleshoot all types of pumps.
  • Install, operate, and troubleshoot pump controllers.
  • Build roof supports and cribs to maintain stable and safe mine roof.

Mine Utility Operator

Solvay USA
Green River, WY
09.1991 - Current
  • Build and maintain ventilation controls.
  • Advance Mine Power, water line, and conveyor belt.
  • Install and maintain belt drives.
  • Operate heavy equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dubois High School
Dubois, WY
05-1984

Skills

  • State of Wyoming mine foreman and examiners certification
  • MSHA mine electrician
  • MSHA mine rescue trainer
  • Leadership
  • Troubleshooting
  • Scheduling,planning
  • People skills
  • Mining equipment maintenance
  • Hoist equipment maintenance
  • Hoist controls VFDs
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Electrical Systems

Certification

  • MSHA Mine Rescue Trainer
  • American Heart CPR instructor

Accomplishments

  • Mine Rescue team member for 26 years.
  • Team Captain 15 years
  • Team trainer for two years

Affiliations

Outdoor enthusiast

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

4-day work weekStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingWork-life balance401k matchPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits

Interests

Hunting

Camping

Fishing

Golf

Fitness

Timeline

Mine Maintenance Foreman

Solvay USA
01.2009 - Current

Mine Maintenance Mechanic

Solvay USA
04.2005 - Current

Mine Tailings Operator

Solvay USA
04.1998 - Current

Mine Utility Operator

Solvay USA
09.1991 - Current

High School Diploma -

Dubois High School

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