Clint McConnell
Laurel
Summary
Skilled Underground Mining Machine Operator with broad experience in operating and maintaining various types of underground mining machinery. Possess strong knowledge of safety protocols, troubleshooting techniques, and efficient operation practices to maximize productivity and minimize downtime. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in team settings, communicate clearly with colleagues, and adapt quickly to new technologies and methods. Contributed to enhancing operational efficiency and safety standards in previous roles through diligent maintenance, careful operation, and proactive problem-solving.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Underground Miner
Signal Peak Energy
Roundup
07.2019 - Current
- Operated heavy mining equipment to extract coal efficiently.
- Conducted routine safety checks on tools and machinery before operations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain optimal production levels.
Locomotive Engineer
Montana Rail Link
Missoula
01.2010 - 05.2019
- Operated locomotives safely in compliance with federal regulations.
- Conducted brake checks and general inspections before work.
- Managed safe operation of train by monitoring weather conditions, track switches, and signal lights.
- Communicated via radio with other engineers regarding traffic issues on shared tracks.
Underground Miner
Stillwater Mining Company
01.2002 - 11.2009
•Muck, bolt, drill, blast to break rock to extract platinum and palladium
•Maintain ventilation and advanced utilities for stope advancement
•Installed a variety of ground support from type 1 to type 4 ground conditions
•Slusher, ramp and fill, and paste undercutting stope experience
Education
Aviation, Acquired Pilot’s Liscence
Rocky Mountain College
Billings, MT 11.1993 - 05.1995
Bozeman Sr High
Bozeman, MTSkills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Rock drilling
- Ground support installation
- Use of explosives safely to break rock
- Jackleg, Jumbo drill experience
Timeline
Underground Miner
Signal Peak Energy
07.2019 - Current
Locomotive Engineer
Montana Rail Link
01.2010 - 05.2019
Underground Miner
Stillwater Mining Company
01.2002 - 11.2009
Aviation, Acquired Pilot’s Liscence
Rocky Mountain College
11.1993 - 05.1995
Bozeman Sr High