Kenneth Friend
Keyser
Summary
Skilled Roof Bolter Operator with relevant field experience in mining and underground construction. Strong understanding of safety procedures, equipment operation, and maintenance. Proven ability to work efficiently under challenging conditions while ensuring that all regulations are met. Demonstrated impact on previous roles through improved safety records and increased operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Roof Bolter Operator
Allegheny mett
Volga
08.2025 - Current
- Operated roof bolting machinery to ensure secure installation of roof supports.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to execute drilling operations effectively.
Drill Operator
Keystone lime company
Deep creek lake
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Operated drilling equipment efficiently to maximize productivity during operations.
- Conducted regular inspections of drilling equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to develop site preparation strategies for drilling.
Roof Bolter Operator
Corsa coal
Grantsville
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Operated roof bolting machinery to ensure secure installation of roof supports.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to execute drilling operations effectively.
- Conducted site inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure safety compliance.
- Trained new operators on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas to promote a safe working environment.
Continuous Miner Operator
Mettiki coal
Davis
06.2012 - 01.2023
- Operated continuous miner machinery to ensure efficient coal extraction and minimize operational delays.
- Conducted regular inspections of mining equipment to identify and address potential malfunctions before they escalated.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and machinery operation to enhance team performance and compliance.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to schedule and perform routine equipment servicing and repairs.
- Implemented safety measures that reduced incident rates and promoted a culture of workplace safety.
Education
Northern Garrett High School
Accident, MDSkills
- Roof bolting
- Equipment maintenance
- Drilling operations
- Safety compliance
- Site preparation
- Team collaboration
- Equipment inspection
- Workplace safety
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Hydraulic systems
- Ventilation systems
- First aid training
- Work area preparation
- Gas detection
- Dust control
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Communication
Timeline
Roof Bolter Operator
Allegheny mett
08.2025 - Current
Drill Operator
Keystone lime company
03.2024 - 07.2025
Roof Bolter Operator
Corsa coal
01.2023 - 02.2024
Continuous Miner Operator
Mettiki coal
06.2012 - 01.2023
Northern Garrett High School