Matthew Chandler
Amherstburg
Summary
Safety-minded mining professional skilled in equipment operation and maintenance. Understands mining requirements and works great with diverse crew members. Reliable and punctual team player. Dependable salt miner with 15 years of experience and commitment to productivity and safety. Practiced in operating industry standard machinery and competent in employee training. Offering proven history of technical proficiency and procedure and policy adherence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Salt Miner
Windsor Salt
07.2008 - Current
- Operated loaders, LHD scoop trams, mechanical scalers, drill booms and fork trucks
- A qualified shaftman, responsible for maintenance and upkeep of 2, 1100ft shafts.
- Common Core for soft rock mining
- Involved in regular cleaning and up keep of mine belting system using shovels and smaller mining equipment
- Participated in emergency response drills to be prepared for any potential incidents or accidents onsite.
- A member of mine rescue for 8 years
- Consistently met production targets by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing resources.
- Performed regular equipment checks to ensure optimal functionality, prolonging its lifespan as well as reducing maintenance costs.
- Trained new employees on mining procedures, safety guidelines, and equipment usage for seamless integration into the team.
- Maintained excellent communication within the team to ensure smooth coordination of activities across various sections of the mine site.
- Observed hand signals, light signals, and other markings when operating machines.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by identifying issues before they escalated into larger problems while maintaining a safe working environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Manufacturing And Electrical Engineering
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
Windsor, ONSkills
- Quick Learner
- Communication abilities
- Mining Operations
- Underground navigation
- Drilling Operations
- Mine Safety Protocols
- Environmental awareness
- Heavy Machinery Operation
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Salt Miner
Windsor Salt
07.2008 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Manufacturing And Electrical Engineering
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology