Robert Wentland
Yellowknife,Canada
Summary
Experienced Underground Miner skilled in operating heavy equipment such as loaders and haul trucks. Proven ability to adhere to strict safety protocols, troubleshoot machinery issues, and optimize operational efficiency. A team player with strong communication skills, committed to continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Miner
Diavik Diamond Mine
Yellowknife, Canada
01.2022 - Current
- Operate more complex or larger heavy equipment: underground loaders, haul trucks, scoops
- Monitor and ensure safe operations: check ground conditions, ventilation, water, roof stability. Recognize hazards, ensure compliance with safety procedures.
- Maintain documentation / logs: record shifts, equipment use, blasting logs, maintenance issues.
- Perform underground mining tasks: mucking, roof & ground support, backfilling
- Use and maintain ventilation, air/water services, general mine services in assigned areas (could include pipes, services extension, etc.).
- Maintain working areas: clearing debris, ensuring safe passage, maintaining haulage ways, mine safety stations.
- Adhere strictly to all safety protocols, participate in safety meetings / toolbox talks, report hazards, comply with site rules.
- Post-blast and pre-blast checks: ensuring safety for personnel and equipment after blasts.
Logistics Operator
Ron’s Auto
Yellowknife, Canada
02.2016 - 01.2022
- Work to maintain an organized work area suitable to loading and unloading of Heavy Equipment
- Paid close attention to detail to ensure accuracy
- Update log sheets to reflect that the equipment was delivered
- Report issues with defects of returned equipment
- Coordinate with carriers to expedite documentation and ensure timely delivery
- Maintain all inventory of Heavy Equipment in the Yard
- Maintain a safe working environment while drive the heavy equipment back to its original spot in the yard
- Work overtime as required and complete an necessary training programs
- Interact successfully with other operators and employees
- Good at working independently
Floor Installer
Fitzgerald Carpeting and Elite Commercial Flooring
Yellowknife, Canada
04.2004 - 02.2016
- Install floors for Business, Homes and New Construction Projects
- Measured instillation areas and cut material to fit
- Utilized and mixed grout for tile flooring
- Prepared installation surfaces after inspecting them for flawless results
- Installed Carpets, Tile, Laminate flooring for various projects
- Installed flooring in Northern Communities across the NWT
- Conducted repairs on diverse flooring
- Good customer interaction
- Good skills with hand tools
- Good at work independently
Education
Grade 11 -
Sir John Franklin High School
Yellowknife, NT06.1997
Skills
- Valid Class 1 Driver’s License
- Strong attention to detail
- Task prioritization
- Aerial and Scissor Lift Certificate
- Time Management
- Organized Work Area
- WHIMS
- Customer service
- Measuring and Analytics of Floor
- Hand Tool Usage
- Underground mining
- Worksite safety
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Miner
Diavik Diamond Mine
01.2022 - Current
Logistics Operator
Ron’s Auto
02.2016 - 01.2022
Floor Installer
Fitzgerald Carpeting and Elite Commercial Flooring
04.2004 - 02.2016
Grade 11 -
Sir John Franklin High School