Hi, I’m
MATT PRIOR
Underground Mechanic
Benton,IL
Summary
Proficient in equipment maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and diesel engine repair. Recognized for leadership in training technicians and ensuring safety compliance, driving operational efficiency in underground mobile equipment.
Overview
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Knight Hawk CoalCutler, Illinois
Underground Mobile Mechanic
07.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Identify mechanical issues in underground mobile equipment, encompassing electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems.
Beelman Truck CompanySt Louis, Missouri
Regional Class A truck driver
01.2020 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Handled Class A truck operations, ensuring timely freight delivery along regional and national routes while pulling frameless end dump
Alliance Resources
Lead Belt technician
01.2015 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Installed belt cleaners to enhance conveyor performance.
Executed belt splicing and vulcanizing for seamless operation.
Replaced worn belts to maintain efficiency and minimize downtime.
Serviced drive assemblies to ensure optimal functionality. - Trained new technicians on safety protocols and operational procedures.
Illinois Basin Enterprises
Senior Crew Leader
01.2003 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Conveyor Belt Vulcanizing, Equipment operator, Complete Installation of Conveyor Belt, Pulley Lagging, Training Employees Installation of Mechanical Splices, Belt cleaner Installation, Transportation of Heavy Equipment
General Belt Service, Inc
Crew Leader
01.1994 - 01.2003
Job overview
- Training Employees, Conveyor Belt Installation, Hot Vulcanized Splices, Pulley Lagging, Belt/Heavy Equipment Transportation step deck trailer class A CDL truck driver.
Education
IL Mine Managers Certificate
01.2013
Rend Lake CollegeIna, IL
IL Mine Examiner Certificate
01.2013
First Class Miner Certificate
01.2005
Private Pilot Aviation License
01.1994
Benton High School
Graduate of Benton High School
01.1993
Skills
- Equipment maintenance and inspection
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Electrical diagnosis and troubleshooting
- Vehicle operation
- Diesel engine repair
- Hydraulic diagnostics
- Parts ordering
Affiliations
- Fraternal Order of the Elks Association, Present - 01/01/01
- Franklin County Extension and 4-H Program, Present - 01/01/95
- Thompsonville volunteer Fire Fighter, Present - 01/01/07
Personal Information
Timeline
Underground Mobile Mechanic
Knight Hawk Coal
07.2020 - Current
Regional Class A truck driver
Beelman Truck Company
01.2020 - 07.2020
Lead Belt technician
Alliance Resources
01.2015 - 01.2020
Senior Crew Leader
Illinois Basin Enterprises
01.2003 - 01.2015
Crew Leader
General Belt Service, Inc
01.1994 - 01.2003
IL Mine Managers Certificate
Rend Lake College
IL Mine Examiner Certificate
First Class Miner Certificate
Private Pilot Aviation License
Benton High School
Graduate of Benton High School
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