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Blake Smittle

Poteau

Summary

Drilling professional with extensive hands-on experience in diverse drilling operations, known for maintaining high standards and achieving results. Proven ability to manage equipment, enforce safety regulations, and adapt to changing conditions. Highly reliable team player with strong technical skills and collaborative mindset.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Driller

Patterson-UTI
01.2022 - Current
  • Ability to operate rig utilizing rig controls while monitoring operation of various equipment
  • Adjust mud pumps to maintain the proper circulation rate
  • Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.

Derrickhand

Patterson-UTI
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Mixed chemicals and monitoring pump manifolds
  • Worked with mud systems and monitors and mixes weight properly
  • Contributed to successful well completions by assisting in the assembly and disassembly of drilling tools and equipment.

Derrickhand

Sidewinder Drilling
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw some machinery on the rig and was responsible for the conditioning of the drilling fluid and the circulation machinery.
  • Stacked and guided pipe as it was tripped it or our and reconnected into the hole.

Motorhand-Derrickhand

Latshaw Drilling
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Regularly inspect, maintain, and repair generators, equipment, and SCR or VFD house
  • Responsible for hydraulic and electrical systems and equipment
  • Provide instructions, train, and oversee Floorhands during drilling activities

Floorhand

Helmerich & Payne
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Performed required work in connection with drilling operations and maintenance work on drilling equipment in the drilling area.
  • Aided in pipe handling tasks, such as lifting, moving, and connecting pipes during drilling operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Heavener High School
Heavener, Oklahoma

Skills

  • Performance Drilling classes
  • Under Balance Drilling classes
  • Front Line Leadership classes
  • Well Equipment Control classes
  • Well Control Supervisor Level

Timeline

Driller

Patterson-UTI
01.2022 - Current

Derrickhand

Patterson-UTI
01.2018 - 01.2022

Derrickhand

Sidewinder Drilling
01.2016 - 01.2018

Motorhand-Derrickhand

Latshaw Drilling
01.2015 - 01.2016

Floorhand

Helmerich & Payne
01.2013 - 01.2015

High School Diploma -

Heavener High School

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