Elton Cutler

Skills

SKILLS
• Strong organizational skills (6+ years)
• Goal oriented and self motivated
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Safety focused mindset
• Team oriented communicator
• Quick learner
• Computer literate
• Willing to learn and take on new tasks

About

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Nevada Gold Mines – Leeville Underground
Underground Miner 03/2025–Present
• Operate JLG and Xtreme forklifts, Cat 988H/988G/950G loaders, Komatsu W380 loaders, and Cat skid loaders.
• Operate and manage the paste backfill plant, including sample logging, testing, and feed bin loading.
• Load and secure materials and large components onto service cages for underground transport.
• Receive, unload, and distribute materials at underground stations.
• Maintain stocked laydown yards to support daily underground operations.
• Ensure timely delivery of parts and materials to underground crews.
• Maintain and improve surface road conditions using available heavy equipment.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot material belt lines on surface and underground.
• Replace hoses and tighten fittings on pressurized systems.
• Conduct routine safety inspections on equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
Nevada Gold Mines – Carlin Open Pit Complex
Equipment Operator 03/2022–03/2025
• Operated Cat 793/789/777 haul trucks and Komatsu 930 2/930 3 haul trucks.
• Operated Cat 777 and 789 water trucks for dust suppression.
• Operated Cat 16H motor grader for road maintenance and pit support.
• Maintained road conditions through blade work and water truck operations.
• Safely transported material from pit to dumps and ore pads.
• Loaded crusher pockets at the roaster and autoclave safely and efficiently.
• Trained and coached new hires on equipment operation and safety.
• Performed safety inspections on equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
Burns Funeral Home – Elko, NV
Funeral Arranger 12/2018–03/2022
• Worked directly with families to plan funeral and memorial services.
• Managed inventory and supply ordering.
• Conducted safety inspections of vehicles and equipment.
• Performed data entry and administrative tasks.
• Participated in on call rotation as required.