Matthew Roberts
Miner
Orem,UT
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated CDL B driver and equipment operator with expertise in mine safety compliance and inspections. Known for effective communication and team collaboration, ensuring safe and efficient operations in diverse environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL B Driver, equipment operator, surface support.
Tintic Consolidated Metals LLC
Eureka
04.2021 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport materials safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safety compliance.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while driving in various conditions.
- Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, securing them for safe transport.
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols and procedures, enhancing compliance and safety awareness.
- Kept vehicles in good operating condition with thorough inspections and basic maintenance.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Followed all applicable laws, rules and regulations related to commercial driving operations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures regarding safety protocols.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Operated heavy machinery to support mining operations efficiently.
- Performed pre-operation checklists on assigned machines daily to ensure safety and operational readiness.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate workflow and tasks effectively.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during operations.
- Documented daily activities and equipment status for reporting purposes.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as trackhoes, bulldozers, skid steers, front end loaders, Sandvik haul trucks, mini excavators, and forklifts to move earth and materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Participated actively in weekly safety meetings held by the site manager and employees on a rotating safety meeting schedule.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from delivery trucks onto job sites.
- Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
- Assisted in the setup of job sites by laying out stakes, flags. per project specifications.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding health, safety, environment protection standards and regulations.
- Removed tools and machinery from job site to secure at end of shift.
- Assisted supervisors in preparing detailed reports related to completion of assigned jobs.
- Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
- Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions while working in confined spaces.
- Operated crusher to efficiently process ore materials at the mining site.
- Train new operators in the safe operation of crushing equipment.
- Perform regular inspections of crushing machinery and replace worn parts when necessary.
Class B truck driver with tanker and hazmat
Blue Flame Propane
Santaquin, UT
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Clearly and effectively communicated with other drivers and dispatch via radio.
- Balanced heavy workload using excellent time management skills to meet delivery and route deadlines.
- Skilled driving in poor weather conditions.
- Skilled in operation of automatic and standard transmission vehicles.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering to [State] laws and safety standards.
- Navigated complex routes without use of GPS or wayfinding in areas of low signal.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Welder
TR'S Welding
Mt. Pleasant, UT
02.2001 - 12.2017
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
Education
GED -
Box Elder Job Corp
Nemo, SD02-2001
Skills
- Pre-trip inspections
- Air brake operation
- DOT regulations compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Heavy machinery operation
- Safety compliance
- Equipment inspection
- Hazard identification
- Safe driving practices
- Emergency response readiness
- Advanced first aid training/EMS class completion
- 2 years of underground mine experience
- Materials handling
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Training others
- Strong work ethic
- Adaptable to changing conditions
Timeline
CDL B Driver, equipment operator, surface support.
Tintic Consolidated Metals LLC
04.2021 - Current
Class B truck driver with tanker and hazmat
Blue Flame Propane
01.2018 - 01.2021
Welder
TR'S Welding
02.2001 - 12.2017
GED -
Box Elder Job Corp