Michael Cochran
Oceana,WV
Summary
Skilled Underground Coal Miner with terrific attendance record coupled with pleasant demeanor. Expert in all mine safety protocols with dedication to both personal and coworker safety. Reliable individual with excellent work ethic.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mine Surveyor Rodman/Transit
Blackhawk Mining
Rockwell
04.2024 - Current
- Promoted a safe working environment by identifying potential hazards during routine inspections and recommending corrective actions as necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of all surveying activities, facilitating timely decision-making for mine operations.
- Guided field crews on proper survey methods and techniques.
- Followed local, regional and national surveying guidelines.
- Applied training and mathematical abilities to calculate heights, depths and relative positions of terrain.
- Established standardized procedures for field measurements, ensuring consistent data quality across projects.
Underground Coal Miner
Ramaco Resources
Verner, WV
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Shuttle Car Operator
- R/B operator
- Conducted pre-shift inspections of equipment, tools and work areas.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
- Performed maintenance on machinery used in underground operations.
- General Utility
Mine Surveyor (Rodman)
Ramaco Resources
Verner, WV
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Rodsman
- Established fixed points while making maps with geodetic and engineering instruments.
- Documented survey findings and prepared detailed reports and plats.
- Installed truss bolts across ceiling spans to support roofs in underground mines.
- Conducted surveys to establish legal boundaries for properties, based on legal deeds and titles.
- Calculated height, depth, property lines and other characteristics of terrain.
- Reviewed field survey data using calculator, computer and GPS equipment.
- Conducted surveys to design, research and analyze mapping systems.
- Verified accuracy of survey measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
- Completed assessments, measuring boundaries and notable landmarks.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wyoming East
New Richmond06.2022
Skills
- Safety Compliance
- Heavy Lifting
- Machine Operation
- Mining Operations
- Casings and Roof Support
- Worksite Safety
- Safety Processes and Procedures
- Drill and Torch Cutting
- Following Supervisor Instructions
- Equipment and Material Carrying
- Equipment Operation and Maintenance
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Effective Customer Communication
- Proper Machine Usage
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Issue Resolution
- Repair Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Team Collaboration
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Power Tool Usage
- Two-Way Radio Operation
- Underground Mining Equipment
- Hardworking
- Workflow Coordination
- Heavy Machinery Operation
Timeline
Mine Surveyor Rodman/Transit
Blackhawk Mining
04.2024 - Current
Underground Coal Miner
Ramaco Resources
01.2023 - 04.2024
Mine Surveyor (Rodman)
Ramaco Resources
06.2022 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Wyoming East