Robert Schoenecker
Winnemucca,NV
Summary
Experienced mine rescue and safety professional with strengths in emergency response planning, hazard assessment, and rescue operations leadership. Adaptable safety and training professional with a background in mine rescue operations, technical rescue, and CPR certification. Known for clear instruction, strong hazard awareness, and calm decision-making during urgent situations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
mine rescue
SSR mining
Winnemucca, Nevada
02.2008 - Current
- Supported emergency response drills, enhancing team readiness and response quality.
- Reviewed drill performance to identify improvement areas and refine response strategies.
- Coordinate with team members to maintain clear communication during rescue operations.
- Assessed rescue scenarios to determine appropriate response actions and allocate resources effectively.
- Executed detailed rescue plans during emergency situations to ensure team effectiveness. while adjusting to changing conditions and protecting team safety.
- Analyze data from multiple sources to identify high-risk exposure areas for the the organization.
- Conduct detailed interviews with applicants to assess eligibility for assistance programs.
- Perform physical assessments of patients to identify medical issues or concerns.
- Evaluate patient condition and set priority for further medical treatment.
- Demonstrate chest compressions, rescue breaths, and AED use during training sessions.
- Explain safety procedures and emergency response steps to diverse learners.
- Assess student technique and correct CPR performance during practice.
- Led recertification sessions for healthcare, school, and workplace participants.
- Maintain strong knowledge in first aid, CPR, and automated external defibrillators.
- Follow official American Heart Association manuals to deliver accurate and relevant training to class participants.
- Coach students on respirations and pulse checks in adults, children, and infants with AHA-approved training materials.
Lead truck trainer
SSR mining
Winnemucca, Nevada
02.2007 - Current
- Led classroom sessions on hazard awareness, PPE, and incident prevention.
- Trained newly hired high-potential staff for key positions and stronger productivity.
- Assisted with competency assessments for operational roles across mining and maintenance teams.
- Supported development of training materials for mine procedures, equipment use, and emergency response.
- Adjusted teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs of individuals and groups.
- Delivered constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees engaged.
- Tracked trainee progress and provided updates to management on performance and development.
- Monitored, evaluated, and recorded training activities and program effectiveness.
- Proposed enhancements to training processes to improve overall effectiveness.
- Reviewed training materials prepared by instructors and provided actionable feedback.
- Prepared and shared additional materials to support training development.
- Built current knowledge through workshops, conferences, and online education classes.
- Coordinated recruitment and placement of training program participants.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School
Ontario, CA04-1996
Skills
- Mine rescue operations and techniques
- Mine rescue procedures
- Emergency response planning
- Emergency medical training
- Technical rescue training
- Rescue training programs
- Rescue operations leadership
- Hazard assessment and safety compliance
- High Angle Rescue Techniques
- Fire response rescue direction
- Fire safety management
- Hazard assessment and safety compliance
- Rescue training
- Emergency response planning
Certification
- komatsu truck trainer class
Accomplishments
- Nevada mining association award for mine rescuer of the year
Timeline
mine rescue
SSR mining
02.2008 - Current
Lead truck trainer
SSR mining
02.2007 - Current
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School