Scott Calhoun
Vonore,TN
Summary
Results-driven Grading Supervisor with expertise in team leadership and project management. Proven track record in optimizing operations and ensuring safety compliance, significantly enhancing performance and productivity.
Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Grading Supervisor
Dismal Creek Excavating
Clinton TN
01.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures.
- Trained new team members on equipment usage and site protocols.
- Coordinated project schedules to maximize efficiency and resource allocation.
- Monitored crew performance to maintain quality and productivity levels.
- Implemented best practices for excavation techniques and site management.
- Assisted in the maintenance of heavy machinery to minimize downtime.
- Communicated effectively with clients to address project updates and concerns.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Continuous Miner Operator
Morgan Mining
Somerset, CO
01.2022 - 06.2025
- Operated continuous miner to extract coal efficiently and safely in underground environments.
- Monitored equipment performance, promptly addressing issues to minimize downtime and ensure safe operations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize mining processes, enhancing overall productivity and safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on machinery, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational efficiency.
- Led safety meetings, promoting a culture of awareness and compliance among crew members working in hazardous conditions.
- Operated water sprays during cutting processes to minimize dust emissions, promoting a healthier work atmosphere for fellow miners.
- Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance checks on continuous miner equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Optimized machine operation by monitoring cutting conditions, adjusting settings as needed to maintain efficiency and reduce wear on parts.
- Improved overall operational efficiency by consistently meeting production targets through strategic planning and execution.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technologies utilized in modern mining techniques, staying current with industry advancements.
Owner/Operator
Rocky MTN Roofing&Dirtwork LLC
Durango, CO
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Managed daily operations, ensuring timely project completion and client satisfaction.
- Oversaw team performance, facilitating training and mentoring for new hires.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols, enhancing workplace safety standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in increased operational efficiency and reduced costs.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms for materials and services.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for the business.
- Evaluated company performance against objectives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results.
Owner/Operator
S and K Roofing
Delta, CO
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Cultivated strong client relationships, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities within the roofing and dirt work sectors.
- Coordinated project schedules, allocating resources effectively to meet deadlines.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Continuous Miner Operator
Tk Mining Service
Delta, CO
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Trained junior operators on best practices for equipment operation and safety protocols within mining operations.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced operational delays and enhanced workflow efficiency in the mining process.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, contributing to strategic decisions that improved extraction methods.
- Contributed to a safer working environment by adhering to all company safety policies and procedures, wearing required protective gear at all times.
- Efficiently loaded mined material onto conveyor systems, ensuring the steady flow of coal to designated storage locations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technologies utilized in modern mining techniques, staying current with industry advancements.
- Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance checks on continuous miner equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Operated water sprays during cutting processes to minimize dust emissions, promoting a healthier work atmosphere for fellow miners.
- Improved overall operational efficiency by consistently meeting production targets through strategic planning and execution.
- Optimized machine operation by monitoring cutting conditions, adjusting settings as needed to maintain efficiency and reduce wear on parts.
Greenhat Miner
Mountain Coal Company
Somerset, CO
07.2002 - 01.2005
- Operated heavy machinery to extract coal efficiently and safely.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute mining plans and maintain productivity levels.
- Implemented safety protocols, resulting in improved workplace conditions and reduced incident rates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Delta High School
Delta, CO06.2003
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal oriented
- Staff management
- Customer service
- Decision-making
- Employee motivation
- Project management
- Conflict resolution
- Contract management
- Risk management
- Quality control
- Employee development
- Performance management
- Good judgment
- Recruitment and hiring
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving abilities
- Goal setting
Timeline
Grading Supervisor
Dismal Creek Excavating
01.2026 - Current
Continuous Miner Operator
Morgan Mining
01.2022 - 06.2025
Owner/Operator
Rocky MTN Roofing&Dirtwork LLC
01.2018 - 01.2022
Owner/Operator
S and K Roofing
01.2012 - 01.2018
Continuous Miner Operator
Tk Mining Service
01.2005 - 01.2011
Greenhat Miner
Mountain Coal Company
07.2002 - 01.2005
High School Diploma -
Delta High School