Leon Castonguay
Cochrane,ON
Summary
Accomplished driller with extensive experience at Agnico Eagle, excelling in equipment maintenance and safety compliance. Proven track record in optimizing drilling processes and enhancing team coordination. Skilled in managed pressure drilling and problem-solving, consistently achieving operational efficiency and safety standards. Recognized for implementing effective safety protocols, reducing downtime by 20%.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Driller
Agnico Eagle
06.2017 - Current
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure efficient extraction of minerals.
- Conducted routine maintenance on drilling machinery to enhance performance reliability.
- Monitored drilling parameters to maintain safety and operational standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize drilling processes and reduce downtime.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures.
- Supervised drill site setup, ensuring proper installation and alignment of drilling equipment for maximum operational efficiency.
Loader Operator
Agnico Eagle
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Operated heavy machinery to load materials efficiently and safely.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on loading equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Adhered to safety protocols and operational guidelines while performing loading duties.
- Monitored inventory levels during loading operations to maintain accurate stock records.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures.
- Operated loaders in a variety of weather conditions and terrain types, demonstrating adaptability and resilience under challenging circumstances.
- Performed routine lubricating, fueling and cleaning loaders.
- Skillfully maneuvered heavy machinery in tight spaces, demonstrating exceptional spatial awareness and adaptability to various job site conditions.
Pit Service
Agnico Eagle
05.2013 - 08.2014
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure efficient extraction of minerals.
- Conducted routine maintenance on drilling machinery to enhance performance reliability.
- Monitored drilling parameters to maintain safety and operational standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize drilling processes and reduce downtime.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures.
- Supervised drill site setup, ensuring proper installation and alignment of drilling equipment for maximum operational efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jeunesse Nord
Cochrane, ON05.1985
Skills
- Safety trained
- Safety compliance
- Emergency procedures
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Managed pressure drilling
- Hole cleaning optimization
- Underbalanced drilling
- Team supervision
- Well control
- Drilling parameter optimization
- Drill floor safety
- Bit selection and optimization
- Backhoe operation
- Air drilling techniques
- Drill rig inspection
- SOP implementation
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Team coordination
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Driller
Agnico Eagle
06.2017 - Current
Loader Operator
Agnico Eagle
06.2014 - 06.2017
Pit Service
Agnico Eagle
05.2013 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Jeunesse Nord