Troy OBrien
Barrackville,WV
Summary
Passionate about the mining industry, eager to further education and acquire new skills to contribute to professional growth. Strong desire to excel in the field, committed to staying updated on latest industry trends and advancements. Continuously expanding knowledge and expertise to make a meaningful impact in the mining sector and contribute to its sustainable development while maintaning high standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor/Assistant Warehouse Manager
Arch Resources
06.2019 - 11.2024
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problem solving in the yard and supplies.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure availability of raw materials and minimize stock discrepancies.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and risk assessments.
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
Production Foreman
Marion County Mine
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Assisted upper management with strategic planning to meet long-term objectives in productivity and profitability growth.
- Organized weekly meetings with team members to review progress, address concerns, and set goals for continued improvement.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for professional growth opportunities.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular equipment maintenance and staff training on proper usage.
Supervisor
GMS Mine Repair & Maintenance
02.2017 - 05.2018
- Im currently working as a foreman for GMS and had worked with there Longwall coordinator at the Marion County Mine in recovery work for Longwall panels
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Roadside Service Technician
MrQuickPick W.V.
12.2015 - 05.2016
- I started my own roadside service business working through out West Virginia from the P.A
- Line to south as far as Burnsville W.V
- I changed tires and battery service including jumpstart and also fuel delivery and lock out service
- I currently had 13 Auto clubs that i dealt with on a daily basis in performing these jobs
- I had to close down this business in December because i did not have enough in revenue to keep it going and had to much competition and i could not afford to do towing due to the fact of the insurance cost
Supervisor
GMS Mine Repair & Maintenance
12.2015
- I worked through training with them at Marion county mine for a fire boss position on the weekends and the week of Christmas we as a contractor were laid off due to the fact of the coal market
- I then went back to unemployment until I heard from GMS coordinator for upcoming jobs
Shift Foreman
Arch Coal
06.2012 - 09.2015
- Worked as a move foreman
- Then moved into shift foreman position for the midnight shift overseeing the entire mine including ventilation, roof control, supplies for the mine and the advancement of track
- Worked in production as a construction foreman taking care of all the out by, track, air changes, projects, overcast and tear down and set up for the long wall
- I worked as a section boss for the majority of my career
- I look forward to continuing my education in the mining industry and learning new skills
General Inside, Supervisor
Dana Mining (Mepco)
12.2005 - 02.2012
- Worked on the belt lines making splices and advancing power and belt on the section
- I ran various types of mining equipment such as bolter, miner, shuttle car, scoop and other diesel equipment
- Received my foreman papers Feb
- Of 2010 and went immediately to section in production and dead shift
Equipment operator
C.W. Stickley
03.2004 - 11.2005
- I operated bulldozer in grading yards and backfilling, ponds, ditch work and trenching, development for housing and also all underground utilities
- Operated backhoe, excavator, skid steer, mini excavator on a daily basis
Heavy Equipment Operator
J.E.P. INC.
04.1997 - 11.2003
- Operated excavator, dozer, backhoe, track loader, on a daily basis of digging basements, installing underground utilities to spec, including fiber optics in different pairs
- Clearing and grubbing for home sites and cutting out for driveways and culverts for drainage, Building of levy and damns, pond work and setting manholes for utilities
- Worked with horizontal drilling with bore machines and directional drills
- I have worked with vactrons digging around utility lines
Education
Diploma -
Weedsport High School
Weedsport, NYHEO Bulldozer Tech - Core Curriculum
Construction Careers of America
Franklin, OH12.2004
Skills
- Class A CDL
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Goal oriented
- Training and mentoring
Certification
- First Aid/CPR, 01/01/16
- NCCER
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
Production Supervisor/Assistant Warehouse Manager
Arch Resources
06.2019 - 11.2024
Production Foreman
Marion County Mine
03.2017 - 04.2019
Supervisor
GMS Mine Repair & Maintenance
02.2017 - 05.2018
Roadside Service Technician
MrQuickPick W.V.
12.2015 - 05.2016
Supervisor
GMS Mine Repair & Maintenance
12.2015
Shift Foreman
Arch Coal
06.2012 - 09.2015
General Inside, Supervisor
Dana Mining (Mepco)
12.2005 - 02.2012
Equipment operator
C.W. Stickley
03.2004 - 11.2005
Heavy Equipment Operator
J.E.P. INC.
04.1997 - 11.2003
HEO Bulldozer Tech - Core Curriculum
Construction Careers of America
- First Aid/CPR, 01/01/16
- NCCER
Diploma -
Weedsport High School
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