Adam Smitch
solid control tec
Silverton,TX
Summary
Experienced Solids Control Technician with a strong background in drilling operations and equipment maintenance. Expertise in monitoring performance, documenting fluid properties, and implementing corrective actions. Focused on safety compliance and optimizing equipment functionality to enhance operational outcomes. Proven success in collaborating with teams to improve performance in high-pressure environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Solids Control Technician
Cambell Energy
Carlsbad, New Mexico
01.2026 - Current
- Operated solids control equipment to separate drilling fluids and solids.
- Facilitated setup and teardown of solids control systems on-site, ensuring efficient operation during drilling activities.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Recorded fluid properties and performance metrics to support accurate reporting and decision-making.
- Communicated effectively with upper management regarding changes needed in solids control procedures or policies.
- Detected equipment issues and implemented corrective actions to maintain operational integrity and prevent failures.
- Monitored and adjusted the performance of solids control systems to ensure optimal operation.
Derrickhand
Patterson-UTI
Midland, Texas
02.2020 - 01.2026
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure efficient operation during well construction.
- Assisted driller in managing drilling operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored drilling parameters to identify issues and report them for timely resolution.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring operational readiness for daily tasks.
Driller
Patterson-UTI
Midland, Texas
11.2012 - 06.2020
- Monitored drill parameters, ensuring performance and safety standards were consistently met.
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure efficient and safe operations.
- Collaborated with crew members to effectively execute drilling plans, enhancing team coordination.
- Conducted routine maintenance on drilling tools and equipment for reliability.
- Trained new team members on standard operating procedures, improving onboarding efficiency.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
Rig Manager
Patterson-UTI
Midland, Texas
02.2005 - 07.2009
- Supervised daily drilling operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated with crew members to enhance rig performance and maximize operational efficiency.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to prevent operational downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections of rig components for compliance and readiness.
- Collaborated with engineers to refine drilling techniques, contributing to enhanced operational outcomes.
- Trained new staff on rig procedures and safety measures to ensure compliance and readiness.
- Developed incident reports and maintained accurate documentation of activities.
Education
Ray High
Kearny, AZ05-1984
Skills
- Solids control
- Drilling operations
- Equipment maintenance
- Performance monitoring
- Fluid documentation
- Equipment maintenance and performance monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Solids Control Technician
Cambell Energy
01.2026 - Current
Derrickhand
Patterson-UTI
02.2020 - 01.2026
Driller
Patterson-UTI
11.2012 - 06.2020
Rig Manager
Patterson-UTI
02.2005 - 07.2009
Ray High