Michael Blackburn
Kimper,KY
Summary
With a robust background at Alliance Coal, I excel in heavy equipment operation and maintenance, showcasing a blend of technical prowess and strong decision-making skills. My achievements include enhancing loadout efficiency and ensuring safety compliance, underpinned by a commitment to preventive maintenance and effective teamwork.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator/Maintenance/Loadout Operator
Alliance Coal
08.1999 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.
- Mitigated potential hazards by promptly reporting unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisors.
- Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
- Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Improved loadout efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new techniques.
- Provided support during peak periods or staff shortages to maintain workflow and meet customer demands without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
- Used cranes and hoists to move large objects.
Welding and Cutting Shop Equipment
Alliance Coal
08.1999 - Current
- Reduced response times for assistance requests by efficiently prioritizing and organizing tasks.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable environment by maintaining cleanliness standards and addressing potential hazards.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials to prepare for use in construction.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Operated variety of power tools and hand tools.
- Excavated soil and trenches.
- Unloaded and stored construction materials.
- Operated heavy machinery on construction sites.
- Painted walls, ceilings and other surfaces.
- Followed instructions from construction project managers and supervisors.
- Set up ladders and other access equipment.
- Assisted in laying bricks and blocks.
- Mixed mortar and concrete.
- Erected scaffolding, frames and formwork.
- Assisted with plastering, tiling and carpentry.
- Enhanced production efficiency by carefully monitoring cutting torch operations and making necessary adjustments.
- Reduced material waste by accurately calculating and marking necessary cuts for optimal use of available resources.
- 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.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
Education
High School Diploma -
Johns Creek High School
Johns Creek05-1992
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Construction background
- Skid steer proficiency
- Clean driving record
- Bulldozer operation
- Front end loader operations
- Safety compliance
- Earthmoving operations
- Preventive Maintenance
- Off-road vehicle operation
- Heavy lifting
- Following directions
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Good judgement
- Construction equipment operation
- Repair and maintenance
- First aid training
- Bulldozer maneuvering
- Excavator attachment usage
- Decision-making
- Grading techniques
- Parts lubrication
- Compactor operation
- Site prep
- Roadway grading
- Locomotive Operation
- Remote Control Locomotive Operation
- Flood Loadout Operation
- Batch Loadout Operation
- Crusher and Screening Plants
Certification
Kentucky Surface Miner Certification Kentucky Surface Foreman Certification Kentucky MET Certification Completed Excavator Safety Training Through MSHA
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator/Maintenance/Loadout Operator
Alliance Coal
08.1999 - Current
Welding and Cutting Shop Equipment
Alliance Coal
08.1999 - Current
Kentucky Surface Miner Certification Kentucky Surface Foreman Certification Kentucky MET Certification Completed Excavator Safety Training Through MSHA
High School Diploma -
Johns Creek High School
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