Derek Dawson
Elkford,BC
Summary
Safety-focused Haul Truck Operator with extensive experience in open-pit coal mining. Expertise includes conducting pre-shift inspections, reporting mechanical defects, and hauling overburden, waste rock, and coal. Accumulated over 27,000 hours of accident-free operation while training new drivers in safe operational procedures.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Haul Truck Driver
EVR Fording River Operations
Elkford, BC
07.2008 - Current
- Safely operate haul trucks in open-pit coal mine production areas.
- Haul overburden, waste rock, and coal to assigned destinations.
- Operated Cat 795, 797 and Komatsu 830, 930 haul trucks in various mining operations.
- Conducted pre-shift inspections on haul trucks, identifying and reporting mechanical defects to ensure operational safety.
- Performed over 27,000 hours of safe operation.
- Trained new drivers on safe haul truck operations and procedures, contributing to improved safety standards and operational readiness.
Posted Bleach Plant Utility
Pope and Talbot Ltd.
Mackenzie, BC
02.2004 - 04.2008
- Trained as bleach tester, chlorine dioxide generator operator and recaust operator.
- Maintain operations of pulp washers pumps and screens.
- Performed lockout procedures.
- Member of Emergency Response Team for 4 years.
Journeyman Marine Mechanic
Anchorage Marine
Campbell River, BC
05.1992 - 06.1997
- Diagnosed outboard, inboard, and propulsion issues for Anchorage Marine customers.
- Repaired marine engines, fuel systems, and electrical components in shop and dockside.
- Inspected vessels for safety concerns and service readiness before returning to water.
Crusher and Screening Plant Operator
Algoma Steel-Ore Division
Wawa, ON
10.1988 - 07.1990
- Monitored ore flow through conveyors, crushers, screens, and hoppers to ensure optimal operation at steel ore operations.
- Operated control panels to start, stop, and adjust plant equipment safely.
- Inspected and repaired equipment during daily rounds to maintain operational efficiency and safety.
Education
Completed - Journeyman Marine Mechanic
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby 06.1992 - 01.1996
Marine And Small Engine Technician Certificate
Malispina College
Nanaimo, BC 09.1991 - 06.1992
Carihi Secondary School
Campbell River, BCSkills
- Safe haul truck operation
- Open pit hauling and dumping
- CAT 795/797 operation
- Komatsu 830/930 operation
- Very competent at troubleshooting
- Mechanical aptitude
Timeline
Haul Truck Driver
EVR Fording River Operations
07.2008 - Current
Posted Bleach Plant Utility
Pope and Talbot Ltd.
02.2004 - 04.2008
Completed - Journeyman Marine Mechanic
British Columbia Institute of Technology
06.1992 - 01.1996
Journeyman Marine Mechanic
Anchorage Marine
05.1992 - 06.1997
Marine And Small Engine Technician Certificate
Malispina College
09.1991 - 06.1992
Crusher and Screening Plant Operator
Algoma Steel-Ore Division
10.1988 - 07.1990
Carihi Secondary School