This document is a resume for Ross Wedel. It summarizes his experience as a mining supervisor leading a team of three in heavy equipment operations and mine planning. Previous roles included driving and transloading hazardous materials, operating heavy equipment, and managing farm operations. Wedel has over 30 years of experience in equipment operation, maintenance, and supervision. He is MSHA certified and has a proven track record of safety, productivity, and cost reduction.

1. RROSSOSS L. WL. WEDELEDEL
4698 FM13E4698 FM13E ♦♦ TTROUPROUP, TX 75789, TX 75789
903-521-4567903-521-4567 ♦♦ rosswedel@yahoo.comrosswedel@yahoo.com
PROFILE
A self-motivated, efficient, and organized mining supervisor with a demonstrated history of success in technical
operations, associate training, and team leadership. Efficient, competent, and conscientious – able to prioritize and
manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Outstanding diagnostic capabilities – frequently
called upon to troubleshoot and resolve difficult technical issues. Adept at improving processes and procedures for
increased productivity while reducing operating expenses.
Core Competencies
♦♦ Heavy Equipment Operator ♦♦ Employee Development ♦♦ MSDS/EPA Compliance
♦♦ Equipment Maintenance ♦♦ Team Supervision ♦♦ Vendor Relations
♦♦ Workflow Planning ♦♦ MSHA/Safety Training ♦♦ Problem-Solving
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Atlas Oil Greeley, CO
Driver/ Transload Operator, July-November 2014
• Responsible for the safe transport of Hazardous Materials such as Oil and Diesel fuel
• Oversee safe transfer from truck tank to storage tank and rail cars.
• Haul fuel to frac sites and perform a transport from truck to truck.
• Team Leader in the Transload operation on a team of two people responsibilities included: meetings with
• Corporate, time management, safety procedures and rules, Quota standards.
PALMETTO MINING, TROUP, TX
Supervisor, September 2010 – July 9th
2014
• Lead a team of three in operating heavy equipment including tractors, dozers, track hoes, and dirt pans in
a clay mining environment
• Develop plans for mining operations including processes and specialized equipment
• Interview job candidates and make recommendations for hiring; provide training in mine operations, mine
safety, equipment, and land reclamation
• Oversee all team activities to ensure adherence to EPA regulations, MSDS guidelines, and land owner
requirements
Castle Dome, Yuma, AZ
Driver, Reefer/ Flatbed May 2009-September 2010
• Hauled Reefer trailer containing anything requiring refrigeration such as, Apples, Meat, and Vegetables etc.
• Flatbed hauls included Steel, Pipe, Coils, Train equipment, and Roofing materials.
Palmetto Mining, Troup, TX
Heavy Equipment Operator, 1999 – May 2009
• Operated and performed maintenance and repair of heavy equipment including welding on tractors,
dozers, backhoes, dirt pans, and off-road trucks
TRIPLE K EXCAVATION, BLOSSOM, TX
Equipment Operator, 1995 – 1998
• Operated and maintained heavy equipment onsite at the Palmetto facility
• Exceeded all productivity goals and was recruited by Palmetto as full-time employee due to work ethic
and mechanical troubleshooting ability
BLICKS, INC., CIMARRON, KS
OTR Tanker Driver, 1989 – 1995
• Drove an 18-wheel tractor-trailer, hauling hazardous materials such as liquid fertilizer and anhydrous
ammonia.

2. WEDEL FARM, COPELAND, KS
Field Operations Supervisor / General Manager, 1980 – 1989
• Managed all operations of a corn and wheat farm including production, marketing, purchasing, and
financial management
• Worked directly with suppliers to procure seed, fertilizer, and other chemical agricultural products
CERTIFICATIONS
Mine Safety and Health Administration Certified, 1999
Safeland 2014
References Available Upon Request