Billy "Shawn" Wells
College Station ,TX
Summary
I have been working in the oil and gas industry since 1996. I have worked from worm corner on a daylight pulling unit wrenching 1/4" to 3/4" rods all the way up to drilling consultant. I can actually say that I enjoy what I do. I have worked over 16 years on the directional side of drilling. I have been in multiple supervisor positions. I pay close attention to detail, and I use all the resources that I have available to reach the absolute best result possible. I believe that safety is an attitude and not just something that is talked about. I believe that teamwork is more than one person giving orders, and no one person can do everything on their own. I view myself as a leader and a student. I feel that I have a lot of knowledge to share and I have even more to learn. I have worked with some of the most complex offshore drilling machinery in the world and I have also been on some of the most basic equipment that money can buy. Through all of my experiences I have found that one thing never changes, people make all the difference. An old rig can be your best rig, and a new rig can be the most unsafe. Personnel follows good examples; I truly believe that I am that good example that you're looking for.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Directional Driller
Franklin Mountain Energy / Intrepid DDS
09.2022 - Current
- Implemented all directional drilling plans and procedures according to company plans.
- Prepared records for all equipment present on rig in coordination with client representatives.
- Assisted with purchase of job-related equipment and made recommendations for tools.
- Collaborated with various departments to manage workflows for all rig projects.
- Managed all well bore paths and performed surveys to compute and monitor all rates of penetration.
- Executed survey information for processes and checked objectives compatibility with various results.
- Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
- Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
- Provided expertise to support day drilling operations.
Directional Driller
Dixon Directional
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Implemented all directional drilling plans and procedures according to company plans.
- Prepared records for all equipment present on rig in coordination with client representatives.
- Assisted with purchase of job-related equipment and made recommendations for tools.
- Collaborated with various departments to manage workflows for all rig projects.
- Managed all well bore paths and performed surveys to compute and monitor all rates of penetration.
- Executed survey information for processes and checked objectives compatibility with various results.
- Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
- Provided expertise to support day drilling operations.
Senior Directional Driller
SB Directional
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Implemented all directional drilling plans and procedures according to company plans.
- Prepared records for all equipment present on rig in coordination with client representatives.
- Managed all well bore paths and performed surveys to compute and monitor all rates of penetration.
- Executed survey information for processes and checked objectives compatibility with various results.
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
Directional Driller Superintendent /Company Representative
Felix Energy
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Implemented all directional drilling plans and procedures according to company plans.
- Prepared records for all equipment present on rig in coordination with client representatives.
- Assisted with purchase of job-related equipment and made recommendations for tools.
- Collaborated with various departments to manage workflows for all rig projects.
- Managed all well bore paths and performed surveys to compute and monitor all rates of penetration.
- Executed survey information for processes and checked objectives compatibility with various results.
- Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
- Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
- Provided expertise to support day drilling operations.
- Trained and supervised all site personnel.
- Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Managed project components such as rig operations, providing quotations, equipment management, and HSE compliance.
- Managed rig sub-contractors to maintain safe and efficient operations of rig equipment.
- Led, managed and supervised drilling contractors and service company personnel in daily drilling operations, well construction and well test operations.
- Led, coached and directed tool pushers and drillers in daily drilling program operations
Directional Drilling Coordinator
Total Directional
01.2011 - 05.2015
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
Directional Driller
Halliburton Energy Services
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Implemented all directional drilling plans and procedures according to company plans.
- Prepared records for all equipment present on rig in coordination with client representatives.
- Assisted with purchase of job-related equipment and made recommendations for tools.
- Collaborated with various departments to manage workflows for all rig projects.
Directional Driller
LEAM Drilling Services
05.2004 - 12.2010
- Implemented all directional drilling plans and procedures according to company plans.
- Prepared records for all equipment present on rig in coordination with client representatives.
- Assisted with purchase of job-related equipment and made recommendations for tools.
- Collaborated with various departments to manage workflows for all rig projects.
Derrick Hand / Driller
Noble Drilling Services
07.1998 - 05.2004
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
- Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties at regular intervals to report deviations.
- Weighed clay and mixed with water and chemicals to make drilling mud.
- Used iron roughnecks, tongs and slips to properly handle and connect sections of drill pipe.
- Performed housekeeping on rig floor by cleaning equipment and removing debris from rig stairs.
- Read [Type] gauges to adjust pumping procedures, paying close attention to pressure, density and concentration levels.
- Completed common repairs and adjustments to maintain performance.
- Kept drilling fluid within parameters for viscosity and weight.
- Lubricated components to minimize downtime and risk of wear, tear and breakage.
- Assisted with derrick assembly and disassembly.
- Reported on mud conditions, machinery operations and site inspections.
- Checked pumps for excessive vibration by listening to operation and inspecting machinery.
- Used correct harnesses and devices to position and align derrick elements.
- Created drilling mud by mixing clay, water and chemicals.
- Maintained derrick rigging according to established safety standards.
- Inspected machinery components to verify safety and working condition.
- Operated derrick to lift and move large and heavy loads.
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Provided expertise to support day drilling operations.
- Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
- Trained and supervised all site personnel.
- Managed project components such as rig operations, providing quotations, equipment management, and HSE compliance.
Floor Hand
Southland Drilling
06.1996 - 07.1998
- Maintained clean, organized, hazard-free work areas for optimized site safety.
- Carried out general manual labor activities to aid site productivity.
- Executed daily operations quickly and accurately, achieving productivity targets.
- Performed minor repairs on drilling equipment and tools to limit operational disruptions.
- Monitored shaker and mud tank operations.
- Provided assistance in assembly and disassembly of drilling rig and equipment.
- Verified job safety analysis (JSA) and correctness of obtained permits prior to starting new jobs.
- Adhered to operational safety and regulatory requirements by maintaining clean and hazard-free work space.
- Moved or relocated materials and equipment required for drilling tool assembly to and throughout work site.
- Loaded, unloaded and stored supplies and materials in secure, orderly systems.
- Led preventive maintenance activity on drilling rigs and equipment to limit downtime.
- Observed drilling progress and reported anomalies for prompt resolution.
- Selected appropriate pumps, valves and associated equipment for productive drilling operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kountze High School
Kountze, TX05.1996
Skills
- Detailed Instruction
- Goal Management
- Equipment Management
- Team Supervision
- GPS Proficiency
- Build and Hold Wells
- Project Deadlines
- Project Requirements
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Customer Satisfaction
- Operational Efficiency
- Multilateral Wells
- Hole Cleaning
- Horizontal Directional Drilling
- Directional Drilling
- S-Wells
- Horizontal Wells
- Work Site Preparation
- Daily Progress Reports
- Time Management
Timeline
Directional Driller
Franklin Mountain Energy / Intrepid DDS
09.2022 - Current
Directional Driller
Dixon Directional
01.2021 - 03.2022
Senior Directional Driller
SB Directional
09.2019 - 01.2021
Directional Driller Superintendent /Company Representative
Felix Energy
08.2015 - 06.2019
Directional Drilling Coordinator
Total Directional
01.2011 - 05.2015
Directional Driller
Halliburton Energy Services
01.2010 - 01.2011
Directional Driller
LEAM Drilling Services
05.2004 - 12.2010
Derrick Hand / Driller
Noble Drilling Services
07.1998 - 05.2004
Floor Hand
Southland Drilling
06.1996 - 07.1998
High School Diploma -
Kountze High School
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