Kevin Andrews
Rogers,TX
Summary
Seasoned Blaster with comprehensive background in drilling and blasting operations. Demonstrates expertise in safety regulations, equipment operation, and site preparation. Possess strong technical skills coupled with keen ability to manage project timelines effectively. Contributed significantly to improving operational efficiency in previous roles.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Blaster
Austin Powder Company
Georgetown, TX
06.2015 - Current
- Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by complying with MSHA, OSHA, ATF, & DOT regulations within the work area.
- Reviews drill patterns and diagrams, determines product and shot layout necessary to meet customer needs.
- Performs all necessary duties to prepare designated area for blasting including verification of blast shelter, blast equipment, drill pattern stemming, face, and blast area.
- Supervises personnel at the customer site/blast area.
- Builds and sustains rapport with the current customer base to increase market share and ensure growth, including pricing or budget controls.
- Communicates blast details with all personnel on job site and performs duties necessary to prepare and detonate shot.
- Conducts Pre/Post Shot Safety Audit at every shot service event.
- Completes necessary event paperwork/shot report documentation as per Austin Powder policy.
- Complies with customers' policies/procedures, and ensures that the shot crew does the same.
- Coordinates the handling of all customer issues, blast area incidents, and/or public concerns related to the event with appropriate APC personnel.
- Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by assuring compliance at the location, at customer sites, and during transit as required by regulation and company policy.
- Complies with APC inventory management procedures.
- Completes and maintains necessary paperwork or software programs as required by company policies and procedures, Department of Transportation, or other federal or state agencies.
Crane Rigger
Crocker Crane
Leander, Texas
03.2011 - 06.2015
- Directed work crews for correct placement of blocking and outrigging under cranes.
- Identified potential hazards associated with the use of cranes or rigging components.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while operating cranes.
- Conducted pre-operational inspections of cranes and related equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Inspected crane rigging components to ensure they met safety standards.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving cranes or other heavy equipment.
- Conducted frequent safety evaluations on rigging equipment.
- Trained and monitored junior crane operators, communicating tasks clearly and giving regular, constructive feedback.
- Performed routine crane repairs and assisted other operators.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo with a crane.
- Performed regular maintenance on cranes and related machinery.
CBRN Specialist
US Army
Schofield Barracks, HI
09.2007 - 02.2011
- Utilized specialized software applications to analyze data collected from CBRN missions.
- Conducted training to improve troops' abilities.
- Monitored CBRN equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Assisted with the development of training plans for personnel working in a CBRN environment.
- Performed inspections to keep equipment in working order.
- Operated surveillance, electronic warfare and other weapon systems.
- Secured and protected air, land and sea positions from enemy attack.
- Developed operational plans for the decontamination of personnel and equipment affected by CBRN agents.
- Identified potential threats from CBRN agents or hazardous materials.
- Performed CBRN reconnaissance operations in various environments.
- Evaluated risk factors associated with different types of hazards encountered in a CBRN environment.
- Trained personnel on the use of protective clothing and equipment used in a CBRN environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Hardin High School
Elizabethtown, KY05-1995
Skills
- Customer relationship management
- Team supervision
- Documentation management
- Risk assessment
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Hazard identification
- Worksite safety
- Analytical skills
Timeline
Senior Blaster
Austin Powder Company
06.2015 - Current
Crane Rigger
Crocker Crane
03.2011 - 06.2015
CBRN Specialist
US Army
09.2007 - 02.2011
High School Diploma -
North Hardin High School
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