Terry Eckard
Sheridan,WY
Summary
Detail-oriented plant operator with proven skills in safety inspections and operational efficiency. Committed to maintaining compliance and exceeding production standards through effective teamwork and meticulous record documentation.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Operator
Navajo Transitional Energy Company, Spring Creek Mine
03.2026 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery and equipment to support mining operations.
- Monitored production processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted inspections to identify potential hazards and improve safety protocols.
- Documented operational data and maintained accurate records for reporting purposes.
- Exceeded quality control standards by maintaining strict attention to detail during production processes and final product testing.
Reclaimer Operator
Navajo Transitional Energy Company, Spring Creek Mine
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted in loading and transporting materials, maintaining organization within work areas.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent unexpected machinery downtime, ensuring continuous production flow.
Plant Utility
Navajo Transitional Energy Company, Spring Creek Mine
10.2025 - Current
- Inspect and monitor conveyors, crushers, screens, pumps, and other plant equipment.
- Assist with preventative maintenance and repairs under the direction of mechanics or electricians.
- Operate mobile equipment Such as: front-end loader, Skid steers, Telehandlers, Scraper, Rubber tire dozer, D-10 & D-11 dozer.
- Help with startup and shut down of plant equipment.
Coal Mine Pit Utility
Navajo Transitional Energy Company, Antelope Mine
12.2021 - 12.2025
- Lowboy Heavy Hauler operator hauling: drills, dozers, excavator, rubber tire dozer.
- Walk P&H 4100 and 2800 electric shovels.
- Manage, move, and layout high voltage trailing cable.
- Directed and coordinated the safe and efficient movement of personnel and equipment throughout the pit.
Train Conductor
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway
06.2014 - 12.2021
- Operated locomotives and railcars, ensuring safe and timely transportation of goods.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to manage train schedules and optimize traffic flow.
- Conducted pre-operations inspections, identifying maintenance needs to ensure equipment reliability.
- Enforced compliance with federal regulations, maintaining safety standards across all operations.
- Mentored junior conductors, providing training on operational procedures and safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SDSkills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety procedures
- Standard operating procedures
- Safety inspections
- Controls monitoring
- Records documentation
- Plant operations
Certification
- Methane/Oxygen Deficiency, Mine safety and Health Administration - Perpetual
- Mine Foreman, Mine Safety and Health Administration - Perpetual
- First-Aid, CPR, and AED
Timeline
Plant Operator
Navajo Transitional Energy Company, Spring Creek Mine
03.2026 - Current
Reclaimer Operator
Navajo Transitional Energy Company, Spring Creek Mine
01.2026 - Current
Plant Utility
Navajo Transitional Energy Company, Spring Creek Mine
10.2025 - Current
Coal Mine Pit Utility
Navajo Transitional Energy Company, Antelope Mine
12.2021 - 12.2025
Train Conductor
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway
06.2014 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Education
Black Hills State University