Matthew C. Bencivengo
Hellertown,PA
Summary
Professional Blaster and Armed Service Veteran with hands-on experience in the field. Efficient and hardworking with excellent mechanical aptitude. Highly skilled in executing directions and following safety protocols while doing so. Experienced in team leadership and supervising job sites to ensure work is done in a safe and sufficient manner.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Blaster
Maurer & Scott Inc.
Coopersburg, PA
06.2024 - Current
- Flying shots using A drone and uploading to strayos to design shots.
- Sufficient in using a 2D profiler for profiling faces.
- Furthered my experience in loading holes using Anfo.
- Identified potential hazards associated with specific jobsites and worked with site supervisors to develop appropriate safety measures.
- Inspected blasting equipment for proper functioning and safety compliance.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating heavy machinery or working with hazardous materials.
- Documented changes made during the course of a job as needed.
Blaster
Maine Drilling & Blasting
Bethel , PA
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Highly proficient at laying out shots Using Proper Burdens and Spacings.
- Proficient with Loading Holes and have the Knowledge to use the proper amount of stemming for different situations
- Gaining experience as BIC I currently have executed over 40 total shots in PA.
- Skilled in operating seismographs daily.
- Trained to look at Burden reports and how to load holes accordingly.
- Trained at applying safety protocols to crew operations.
- Inspected blasting equipment for proper functioning and safety compliance.
Blaster in Training
Maine Drilling & Blasting
Bethel, PA
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Obtained Pennsylvania Blasters license August 2022.
- Created detailed reports summarizing performance metrics from completed jobs.
- Highly proficient in the use of multiple different initiation systems including non-electric, electric, and programmable electric detonators.
- Highly proficient in loading blast holes by referencing profile data and drill logs.
- Understands and assists BIC in tying in shots using Multiple initiation systems.
- Understanding of timing shots as well as laying out shots.
- Trained operator of seismographs to monitor vibration and air over pressure for compliance.
- Proficient in blasting equations to find PPV, angle hole wander, figuring lbs./Ft using different products and hole diameters, figuring rock tonnage.
- Knowledgeable in drawing up shots and reading drill logs.
- Personally, has been on over 600 blasts in the past 3 years
- Trained to walk every shot to check for bad connections as well as make sure every hole is properly stemmed.
- Trained on 2D and 3D Face profiling methods.
- Works safely every day paying close attention to detail.
Driller
Maine Drilling & Blasting
Bethel, PA
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Learned sufficient skills in operating heavy duty equipment.
- Became highly sufficient skills in properly following safety protocols in accordance to drilling and blasting operations.
- Gained experience in properly completing job hazard analyses (JHA), and report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Developed skills in properly readjust or layout shots with burden pole in case applicable.
- Independently had responsibilities to complete shots efficiently and effectively inside directed deadline.
Laborer
Maine Drilling & Blasting
Bethel, PA
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Learned the importance of following mine safety protocols while blasting.
- Learned how to use hole plug, stem locks, and gas bags in blast holes, as well as making sure holes get properly stemmed.
- Learned a basic understanding of multiple explosive products and why they are used in different applicable scenarios.
- Learned how to properly place and layout explosive products near blast holes.
- Learned how to follow direction from the BIC in a safe and timely manner, to ensure jobs are completed efficiently and effectively.
Artillery Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune , NC
11.2017 - 11.2021
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Supervised operation of non-crew members and organizational maintenance of weapon systems and specialized equipment.
- Inspected and repaired systems to ensure maximum performance.
- Responsible fore over 65 million dollars worth of command equipment with no deficiencies or damages.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, developed solutions, and meet project deadlines.
- Provided training and mentoring to crew members to ensure successful running of Unit and development of new crew members and their careers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saucon Valley High School
Hellertown06-2017
Skills
- Abrasive materials handling
- MSHA and OSHA knowledge os Safety regulations
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Team building and supervision
- Performance Assessment
- Leadership Development
- Attention to Detail
- Superior organizational skills
- Mathematical skills
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Bethlehem, PA
- Date of Birth: 04/30/1999
References
Scott Landes, NJ Blasting Area Manager, (610) 597-5756, Slandes@maurer-scott.com
Certification
- Pennsylvania Blasting License
- CDL
Timeline
Blaster
Maurer & Scott Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Blaster
Maine Drilling & Blasting
08.2023 - 06.2024
Blaster in Training
Maine Drilling & Blasting
08.2022 - 08.2023
Driller
Maine Drilling & Blasting
12.2021 - 08.2022
Laborer
Maine Drilling & Blasting
11.2021 - 12.2021
Artillery Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
11.2017 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Saucon Valley High School
- Pennsylvania Blasting License
- CDL
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