Mike Godin
Grande Prairie,AB
Summary
Safety-oriented driller with several years of experience. Successful at closely monitoring a team of workers and inspection equipment. Adept at detail-oriented work and staying efficient for long hours in any weather condition. Seasoned Underground Diamond Driller with comprehensive knowledge of diamond drilling and underground mining operations. Possess strong understanding of safety protocols, maintaining drilling equipment, and interpreting geological data. Known for precise execution of tasks, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to continuous professional development. Notable impact on previous work includes enhancement of efficiency in extraction processes and contribution to safety improvements.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Underground Diamond Driller
Boart Longyear
North Bay, Ontario
04.2005 - 06.2025
- Conducted routine maintenance on drilling machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Operated underground diamond drilling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with geologists to identify optimal drilling locations and techniques.
- Trained junior drillers on safety practices and operational procedures.
- Monitored drilling progress and adjusted techniques as needed for efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of drilling operations and equipment usage.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies at all times.
- Worked closely with site supervisors to coordinate daily operations effectively.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks using a forklift or crane.
- Monitored pressure gauges and other instruments as part of the drilling process.
- Inspected drill sites for safety hazards prior to beginning work.
- Recorded core measurements accurately during sampling processes.
- Calibrated drills for optimal performance in varying geological formations.
- Conducted regular inspections of mining areas to identify potential risks.
- Ensured proper installation of steel casing pipes around blast holes.
- Adhered to established safety protocols while operating heavy machinery underground.
- Prepared daily reports outlining work completed, resources utilized.
- Operated diamond core drilling equipment, including top-head drive rigs, in order to drill exploratory and production holes.
- Performed routine maintenance on drilling machinery and related equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all cores drilled and samples taken.
Tandem Truck Operator
Burell Contracting
North Bay, Ontario
05.2002 - 11.2005
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel use, and maintenance records.
- Loaded and unloaded materials following company safety protocols.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Operated trucks to transport materials safely across job sites.
Education
Heavy Equipment Certificate - Construction Management
5th Wheel Training Institute
New Liskeard On03-2002
High School Diploma -
TDSS
New Liskeard Ontario06-1978
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Drilling operations
- Safety compliance
- Geological analysis
- Core sampling
- Operational efficiency
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Safety protocols adherence
Languages
English and French
Full Professional
Custom
- Eager to learn new trade
Custom
- Have experience driving tandeum gravel trucks, front end loader and forklift
Timeline
Underground Diamond Driller
Boart Longyear
04.2005 - 06.2025
Tandem Truck Operator
Burell Contracting
05.2002 - 11.2005
Heavy Equipment Certificate - Construction Management
5th Wheel Training Institute
High School Diploma -
TDSS
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