Joel Slavens
Red Bud,IL
Summary
Dependable experienced machine operator looking for an advancement in my career. Offering 9 years of experience in brick masonry and 9 years experience as a correctional officer and over 4 years as a machine operator.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
SunCoke Energy
2021 - Current
- Operate and maintain industrial machinery including coke ovens, pumps, motors, and conveyors to ensure consistent production of high-quality products.
- Conduct regular equipment inspections, troubleshoot issues, and perform minor repairs to prevent downtime.
- Assist maintenance crews with complex repairs and mechanical adjustments.
- Follow strict safety protocols and use appropriate PPE while working in extreme heat, dust, and elevated environments.
- Monitor gauges, controls, and production systems to maintain optimal efficiency and safety standards.
- Regularly assist in training
Bricklayer Local 8
Suncoke Energy
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Daily repairs to coke ovens
- Maintenance such as ceramic welding and the safe usage of materials involved
- Tear out and rebuild of end walls, jambs, tunnels etc.
- Exposure to intense heat using proper PPE to stay safe
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
02.2011 - 06.2020
- Maintained custody and control of up to 700 inmates housed in segregation security unit.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Determined and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
Bricklayer
Stamm Masonry
09.2003 - 12.2011
- Demonstrated accurate measurement, calculation and project layout skills.
- Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
- Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.
- Determined masonry project materials' quantities and costs.
- Operated heavy equipment such as forklifts safely and efficiently to move materials.
- Utilized common power and hand tools to complete each masonry project.
Education
Diploma -
Sparta High School
Sparta, ILHigh School Diploma - Corrections
Illinois Department Of Corrections Training Academy
Springfield, ILSkills
- Usage of different types of machinery
- Strong masonry knowledge
- Safety-conscious
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Bricklayer Local 8
Suncoke Energy
06.2020 - 01.2021
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
02.2011 - 06.2020
Bricklayer
Stamm Masonry
09.2003 - 12.2011
Diploma -
Sparta High School
Machine Operator
SunCoke Energy
2021 - Current
High School Diploma - Corrections
Illinois Department Of Corrections Training Academy