Joel Rose
Oakwood,VA
Summary
Skilled Equipment Operator with a robust background in heavy machinery operation and maintenance, demonstrated at Natural Resource Services, Inc. Excelling in safety compliance and team training, I significantly enhance operational efficiency and workplace safety. My keen attention to detail and ability to lead by example set me apart, ensuring project success and optimal equipment performance.
Reliable equipment operator with several years of experience operating front end loaders, bulldozers and excavators. Efficiently loads and moves dirt, rocks, concrete, equipment and materials while taking action to avoid potential hazards and obstructions. Continuously monitors condition of equipment to remain operationally ready at all times and minimize downtime.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator
Natural Resource Services, Inc.
Norton, VA
06.2022 - Current
- Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Assisted supervisors in preparing detailed reports related to the completion of assigned jobs.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
- Trained new employees in proper operation of heavy machinery according to company guidelines.
- Drove flatbed traIler to move equipment between job sites.
- Maintained daily logs of machine operations and reported any mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.
- Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
Continuous Miner Operator
Revelations, Inc.
Whitewood, Virginia
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Loaded material onto a shuttle car for transport out of the mine shafts and tunnels.
- Placed blocks and scotches to prevent shifting and movement.
- Repaired, lubricated and adjusted machines while also performing associated maintenance.
- Repaired and lubricated machines, adjusting as necessary.
- Assessed roof and rib support system stability before mining face areas.
- Conducted pre-operational checks on equipment before use to ensure proper functioning.
- Inspected the work area for potential hazards prior to operating machinery.
- Checked ventilation systems in accordance with safety regulations.
- Adhered to safety regulations when working around hazardous areas such as gas pockets or unstable walls.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and operated mining equipment such as conveyor belts, cutting heads, and shuttle cars.
- Worked closely with supervisors to coordinate activities within the mine site.
- Performed routine maintenance on mining equipment such as lubrication and cleaning.
- Operated continuous miner to cut and load coal, rock, and other minerals from underground mines.
Continuous Miner Operator
XMV
Princeton, West Virginia
04.2009 - 09.2013
- Loaded material onto a shuttle car for transport out of the mine shafts and tunnels.
- Placed blocks and scotches to prevent shifting and movement.
- Repaired, lubricated and adjusted machines while also performing associated maintenance.
- Checked ventilation systems in accordance with safety regulations.
- Adhered to safety regulations when working around hazardous areas such as gas pockets or unstable walls.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and operated mining equipment such as conveyor belts, cutting heads, and shuttle cars.
- Performed routine maintenance on mining equipment such as lubrication and cleaning.
Roof Bolter Operator
Glowworm Coal Co.
Wheeling, West Virginia
11.2002 - 08.2008
- Repaired and replaced roof membrane, sub roofing, sheathing and base materials.
- Maintained records of hours worked, materials used, and progress made throughout shifts.
- Diagnosed and identified sources of leaks, developing plans for repairs from total tear-offs to patchwork.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe working environment for other miners in the area.
- Loaded supplies onto the machine before starting each shift.
- Positioned bolting machines and inserted drill bits into chucks.
- Replaced worn parts on the machine as needed.
- Forced bolts into holes using hydraulic mechanisms of self-propelled bolting machines.
- Communicated clearly and reliably with foreman and crew leaders, highlighting safety concerns and detailing project progress.
- Monitored surrounding areas for hazards or unsafe conditions prior to beginning work.
- Worked regularly at advanced heights and followed all OSHA safety protocols and procedures for fall prevention.
- Interacted professionally with supervisors and fellow peers using well-developed interpersonal skills to promote team success and completed physically-demanding tasks in fast-paced environments.
- Moved roof bolting machines into position, as directed by mine supervisors.
- Trained new personnel on proper operation of roof bolting machines.
- Followed manufacturer specifications to remove old roofing materials and install new roofs.
Education
Welding -
SVCC
Wardell, VA02-1990
High School Diploma -
Grundy High School
Grundy, VA05-1988
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Heavy machinery operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Site grading
- Team training
- Daily logging
- Attention to detail
Certification
Surface mining
Underground coal mining
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Natural Resource Services, Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Continuous Miner Operator
Revelations, Inc.
08.2015 - 06.2018
Continuous Miner Operator
XMV
04.2009 - 09.2013
Roof Bolter Operator
Glowworm Coal Co.
11.2002 - 08.2008
Welding -
SVCC
High School Diploma -
Grundy High School