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Nicholas Lutich

Juneau,AK

Summary

High-performing professional with substantial experience developing and implementing safety and health programs. Creates safety protocols, conducts hazard assessments, and provides education. Exhibits strong knowledge of MSHA regulations and is committed to promoting industrial hygiene and environmental health.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health and Safety Specialist

Hecla Greens Creek Mine Co.
06.2022 - Current
  • Conduct monthly "New Miner" courses for a growing workforce.
  • Conduct "Annual Refresher Training" for a company of over 520 employees.
  • Coordinate mine rescue activities for 23 team members, including weekly practice and annual competitions.
  • Aid Mine Safety and Health Administration inspectors in conducting regulatory inspections of the property.
  • Assist various departments in the organization in matters of safety and health.

Underground Mine Trainer

Hecla Greens Creek Mine Co.
05.2019 - 05.2022
  • Train new and experienced miners in the practical application of mining tasks and techniques.
  • Trained new and experienced miners on how to secure loose ground to prevent falls of ground.
  • Trained new and experienced miners on how to control the size and shape of the drift to prevent ground failures.
  • Train new and experienced miners on safe blasting techniques used to limit overbreak.

Underground Miner

Hecla Greens Creek Mine Co.
05.2011 - 05.2019
  • Haul blasted ore from the mine to the mill for processing.
  • Use an underground loader to load material into trucks, which are then hauled to the surface for processing.
  • Load blast holes with high explosives to blast patterns sequentially.
  • Use a mechanized bolter to secure the ground following blasting.
  • Use a mechanized drill to drill out patterns for driving drifts.

Underground Support Miner

Hecla Greens Creek Mine Co.
05.2006 - 05.2011
  • Backfilled headings once the minerals were extracted, allowing us to mine the next panels in the zone.
  • Advanced hardline and vent bag that would direct fresh air into the working areas to flush out the contaminants from the mining process.
  • Advanced utilities to bring compressed air, water, and dewatering infrastructure to the working areas of the mine.

Education

Associate's degree - Occupational Safety and Health

Colombia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
04.2026

Private helicopter pilot license - Helicopter flight

Hillsboro Aviation
Hillsboro, OR
08.2005

High School Diploma - General

Juneau Douglas High School
Juneau, AK
05.1998

Skills

  • Safety Training
  • Hazard Identification
  • Accident Investigation
  • Workplace Inspections
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Incident Reporting
  • Office Software
  • Communication
  • Leadership

Certification

MSHA-certified Instructor Underground (IU), 10-2022

MSHA-certified Instructor Mine Rescue (MM), 10-2022

MSHA-certified Instructor Surface (Is), 3-2024

Arc Flash Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E), 9-2023

Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician (Tech 1) 7-2024

Train The Trainer - Confined Space Entry 1-2025

Train The Trainer - Working at Heights 1-2025

Timeline

Health and Safety Specialist

Hecla Greens Creek Mine Co.
06.2022 - Current

Underground Mine Trainer

Hecla Greens Creek Mine Co.
05.2019 - 05.2022

Underground Miner

Hecla Greens Creek Mine Co.
05.2011 - 05.2019

Underground Support Miner

Hecla Greens Creek Mine Co.
05.2006 - 05.2011

Private helicopter pilot license - Helicopter flight

Hillsboro Aviation

High School Diploma - General

Juneau Douglas High School

Associate's degree - Occupational Safety and Health

Colombia Southern University

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