William Barkley
Campbell River,BC
Summary
Seasoned Explosives Worker demonstrates thorough understanding of blasting techniques to safely accomplish ordinance tasks. Skilled developer of proficient and responsible blasting plans meeting industry standards. Intensely examines protocols and resolves issues with clear communication for all relevant entities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driller/Blaster
K&D Contracting Ltd
05.2021 - Current
- Hoe Drill Operator
- Rubber tire Drill Operator
- Tank Drill Operator
- Drill on rock ballast quarries 20 to 30 foot deep (down hole and flat hole)
- Drill on road heading and ditch line
- Sign out/fill out transport documentation for safe handling and transportation of explosives
- Ticketed by Work safe for forestry safety fuse blasting
- Co-ordinate blasting area safety and control blast area during blasts
- Load/tie-in and blast rock quarries, road headings and ditch line
- Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
- Mentored junior drillers, enhancing team skills and knowledge through hands-on training sessions and practical demonstrations.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
Driller/Certified Blaster
McCaws Drilling and Blasting Ltd.
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
- Trained and supervised all site personnel.
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Mentored junior drillers, enhancing team skills and knowledge through hands-on training sessions and practical demonstrations.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
- Maintained machinery, tools and vehicles in good working order to prevent unnecessary operational delays.
- Kept close eye on gauge readouts and listened to machinery to assess current conditions and adjust settings.
- Managed inventory levels at the drill site, coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of essential materials without causing delays in operations or project completion timescales.
- Verified depths alignment of boring positions prior to drilling.
- Prevented misfires by conducting thorough pre-blast inspections of all equipment, connections, and detonators before initiating each blast sequence.
Driller/Blaster
Ponting Contracting
08.2016 - 10.2022
- Operate Hoe Drill, Rubber tire Drill, Tank Drill
- Drill on rock ballast quarry's 20 to 30 foot deep (down hole and flat hole)
- Drill on road heading and ditch line
- Sign out/fill out transport documentation for safe handling and transportation of explosives
- Ticketed by WorkSafeBC - Safety Fuse Blasting - Shock Tube (Nonal or Similar)
- Co-ordinate blasting area safety and control blast area during blasts
- Load/Tie-in and blast rock Quarrys, road headings and ditch line
Finish Dozer Operator
Ponting Contracting
08.2016 - 05.2021
- Safely clear and inspect worksite before starting operations
- Operate D6R trim Cat with 6 way blade and ripper
- Trim and slope excavation sites (Stripping and Grubbing)
- Grade/crown and finish logging roads with gravel or rock ballast
- Clear snow from roads and worksites
- Maintain and flatten spoil sites
Education
Apprenticeship - Electrical distribution
North Island College
Campbell River, BC04.2013
Secondary School - highschool diploma
highland secondary
Courtenay, BC06.2011
Skills
- Construction
- Maintenance
- Drilling/Blasting
- Automotive Repair
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Landscape Maintenance
- Emergency Response - Site Specific Plans
- Emergency Spill Response
- S100 Fire Response
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Blueprint Reading
- Job Site Grade and Road Profiles
- Mechanic Experience
- Brake Repair
- Electrical Experience
- Carpentry
- Sediment Control
- Time management
- Emergency Procedures
- Managed Pressure Drilling
- Underbalanced Drilling
- Bit Selection and Optimization
- Pressure control
- Hazard Identification
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- Blasting Certificate, Surface 3rd Class, Safety Fuse and shock tube currently valid
- Occupational First Aid Level 1, 01/21, 01/24
- Basic Life Saving Skills, 01/21, 01/24
- TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods), 05/21, 05/24
- WHMIS, 05/21, 05/24
- S-100 Basic Fire Suppression & Safety, 05/22, 05/23, 05/24
Highestlevelofeducation
Secondary School
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Driller/Certified Blaster
McCaws Drilling and Blasting Ltd.
11.2022 - 11.2023
Driller/Blaster
K&D Contracting Ltd
05.2021 - Current
Driller/Blaster
Ponting Contracting
08.2016 - 10.2022
Finish Dozer Operator
Ponting Contracting
08.2016 - 05.2021
Secondary School - highschool diploma
highland secondary
Apprenticeship - Electrical distribution
North Island College
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