Levi Bean
Creal Springs
Summary
My experience is mostly in the coal mining industry but as I have advanced through my mining career I can learn new occupations quickly. I have my federal mining electrical card, and my examiners papers through the state of Illinois.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Longwall Foreman
Mach Mining
Marion, IL
07.2021 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and production standards.
- Coordinated team activities to optimize workflow and improve overall efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on machinery operation and maintenance procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime.
- Scheduled and managed workforce assignments to meet project deadlines effectively.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Daily tasks include, taking air readings at the start of the shift and a preshift for the oncoming crew to make sure we have the legal air quantity.
- Taking gas checks checking for methane, carbon monoxide, and the quality of oxygen.
Longwall Mechanic
Mach Mining
Marion, IL
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment
- Performed routine maintenance on mining machinery to ensure optimal performance
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical and hydraulic systems for heavy equipment
- Conducted inspections to identify potential mechanical failures and prevent downtime
- Replaced defective or worn hoses, defective solenoids on shields and the shearer.
- Serviced the shearer, all the drives for the AFC chain and stage loader.
Shieldman
Mach Mining
Marion, IL
07.2016 - 03.2019
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Day-to-day tasks included helping shearer operators turn around at the headgate and tailgate ends, keeping the longwall face straight and clean, helping recover structure during services.
Longwall Outby
Mach Mining
Marion, IL
10.2014 - 07.2016
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Day-to-day operations included, hanging monorail, setting roof supports, recovering structure during services as the longwall advances and loading it onto a trailer, setting up hoses and cables for the next power move, keeping curtains moved up and hung to direct air down the long wall face.
Outby
Mach Mining
Marion, IL
08.2014 - 10.2014
- Started as a contractor in the mining industry learning mining techniques, such as safety protocols, shoveling, building stoppings, and how a coal mine operates.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned how to run heavy underground mining equipment.
Tire Builder
Continental Tire
Mt. Vernon, IL
08.2009 - 08.2014
- Operated machinery to assemble tires according to specifications and quality standards.
- Monitored production processes, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime during tire assembly.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, identifying defects and implementing corrective measures.
- Trained new employees on tire building techniques, safety procedures, and equipment operation.
- Mastered multiple types of equipment used in the tire-building process, increasing versatility and ability to support various stages of production as needed.
Stocker
Mad Pricer
West Frankfort, IL
03.2007 - 08.2009
- Organized inventory displays to enhance product visibility and customer engagement.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain optimal stock levels across sales floor.
- Utilized inventory management software to track product quantities and streamline restocking processes.
- Conducted regular inspections of stock areas to ensure compliance with safety standards and cleanliness protocols.
- Implemented efficient replenishment strategies, reducing out-of-stock occurrences for high-demand items.
- Monitored expiration dates on perishable goods, ensuring product freshness and quality for customers.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frankfort Community High School
West Frankfort, ILSkills
- Crew leadership
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Dedicated work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Workplace safety
- Critical thinking
- Equipment operation
- Worksite safety
- Daily reporting
- Job planning
- Safety oversight
- Safety policies and procedures
- Equipment oversight
- Employee training
- Materials management
- Production and processing
- Hand and power tools
- Multitasking and organization
- Tool maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Longwall Foreman
Mach Mining
07.2021 - Current
Longwall Mechanic
Mach Mining
03.2019 - 06.2021
Shieldman
Mach Mining
07.2016 - 03.2019
Longwall Outby
Mach Mining
10.2014 - 07.2016
Outby
Mach Mining
08.2014 - 10.2014
Tire Builder
Continental Tire
08.2009 - 08.2014
Stocker
Mad Pricer
03.2007 - 08.2009
High School Diploma -
Frankfort Community High School