Luke Reach
Fosters,AL
Summary
Dedicated laborer with expertise in heavy machinery and safety protocols. Proven ability to collaborate with teams and solve problems efficiently while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Laborer
Southern Outdoors llc
Brookwood, Alabama
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work areas.
- Operated various hand tools for landscaping and maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to complete project assignments efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for landscaping projects on-site.
- Performed basic repairs on equipment to maintain functionality.
- Communicated clearly with coworkers to coordinate daily activities and tasks.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Performed regular checks of equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Lubricated and cleaned machinery and tools.
Underground Coal Miner
Warrior Met Coal Inc.
Brookwood, AL
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Operated heavy machinery for coal extraction in underground mines.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of mining equipment and work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to adhere to safety protocols and procedures.
- Maintained clear communication with supervisors regarding operational issues.
- Assisted in training new miners on equipment usage and safety practices.
- Monitored air quality and ventilation systems to ensure safe working conditions.
- Supported the maintenance team in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
- Installed timber supports in underground tunnels to provide stability.
- Operated mining machines such as continuous miners, shuttle cars and roof bolters.
- Monitored gas levels in the mine using specialized detection equipment.
- Performed methane gas checks and visually inspected work areas for hazardous conditions.
- Loaded coal onto conveyor belts for transport out of the mine.
- Assisted with ventilation systems, including construction of airways and installation of fans.
- Repaired or replaced damaged parts on mining vehicles and other equipment.
- Measured distances between drill holes prior to blasting activities.
- Set up drills and drilling machines after testing areas for safety.
- Drove loaded shuttle cars to ramps and moved controls to discharge loads into mine cars or onto conveyors.
- Operated levers to move conveyor booms and shovels to place coal, rock, ore and other mining contents for transportation.
Underground Coal Miner
Peabody
Oakman, Alabama
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Operated heavy machinery for coal extraction in underground mines.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of mining equipment and work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to adhere to safety protocols and procedures.
- Maintained clear communication with supervisors regarding operational issues.
- Assisted in training new miners on equipment usage and safety practices.
- Monitored air quality and ventilation systems to ensure safe working conditions.
- Supported the maintenance team in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
- Installed timber supports in underground tunnels to provide stability.
- Operated mining machines such as continuous miners, shuttle cars and roof bolters.
- Monitored gas levels in the mine using specialized detection equipment.
- Removed debris from mined areas using shovels, wheelbarrows and other hand tools.
- Performed methane gas checks and visually inspected work areas for hazardous conditions.
- Loaded coal onto conveyor belts for transport out of the mine.
- Performed maintenance on machinery used in underground operations.
- Assisted with ventilation systems, including construction of airways and installation of fans.
- Provided assistance during emergency situations within the mine.
- Repaired or replaced damaged parts on mining vehicles and other equipment.
- Set up drills and drilling machines after testing areas for safety.
- Drove loaded shuttle cars to ramps and moved controls to discharge loads into mine cars or onto conveyors.
- Operated equipment to transfer materials between workstations.
- Cleaned, sanitized and maintained equipment and tracks, walkways and conveyor decking to maintain safe work area.
- Operated levers to move conveyor booms and shovels to place coal, rock, ore and other mining contents for transportation.
Tire Builder
BFGoodrich
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated machinery to assemble tire components efficiently.
- Inspected completed tires for quality and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production workflows.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Adjusted machine settings to meet tire specifications accurately.
- Monitored inventory levels of materials and supplies regularly.
- Assembled tires from components such as tubes, rims, and beads.
- Operated tire building machines to build tires according to specifications.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment at all times.
- Inspected finished product for defects in material or workmanship.
- Recorded production data such as number of tires built, quality control results into an electronic logbook or computer database.
- Documented daily production output reports for management review.
- Loaded and unloaded raw materials into machines for processing into finished products.
- Measured and cut rubber strips according to specified dimensions using hand tools or automated cutting devices.
Underground Coal Miner
Warrior Met Coal Inc.
Brookwood, AL
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Operated heavy machinery for safe coal extraction in underground environments.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure operational safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain effective communication during mining operations.
Underground Coal Miner
CSA
Bessemer, Alabama
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Assisted in the implementation of safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards.
- Monitored ventilation systems to maintain air quality in mining areas.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills and knowledge of mining practices.
- Maintained accurate records of daily operations and equipment usage for reporting purposes.
- Installed timber supports in underground tunnels to provide stability.
- Monitored gas levels in the mine using specialized detection equipment.
Forklift Operator
BLG Logistics
Vance, Alabama
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment for safety compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently and accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations.
- Followed all safety protocols during material handling tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas for safety.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisors promptly.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
Education
Brookwood High School
Brookwood, ALSkills
- Equipment operation
- Safety protocols
- Heavy machinery
- Maintenance support
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Adaptability to change
- Initiative taking
- Coal extraction
- Safety compliance
- Heavy machinery maintenance
- Emergency response
- Adaptability to challenges
- Mining operations
- OSHA requirements
- Drilling operations
- Heavy machinery operation
- Crew member signaling
- Underground navigation
- Roof bolting
- Machine operation
- Heavy lifting
- Gas detection and monitoring
- Underground safety protocols
Timeline
Laborer
Southern Outdoors llc
04.2025 - Current
Underground Coal Miner
Warrior Met Coal Inc.
05.2023 - 09.2024
Underground Coal Miner
Peabody
11.2022 - 04.2023
Tire Builder
BFGoodrich
09.2021 - 02.2022
Underground Coal Miner
Warrior Met Coal Inc.
09.2018 - 04.2021
Underground Coal Miner
CSA
12.2017 - 09.2018
Forklift Operator
BLG Logistics
09.2015 - 05.2016
Brookwood High School