Brandon McCullough

• Mud System Operator / Equipment Operator

Various Projects / Field Work — 2020–PresentSupervise and coordinate a team of 3 workers to ensure efficient daily operations
Operate and maintain mud pumps and mud system equipment
Drive and operate forklifts and loaders to transport materials safely
Conduct water sampling and monitor fluid systems for performance and safety
Inspect centrifugal pumps and related equipment to ensure proper function
Follow safety protocols and maintain compliance with job site regulations
Troubleshoot equipment issues and assist in maintenance as needed
Additional Qualifications
Strong work ethic and commitment to punctuality
Ability to work in physically demanding and high-risk environments
Team-oriented with leadership experience
Motivated to grow and advance within a company

• Operated drilling equipment and maintained safety standards on-site.
• Assisted in rigging operations and ensuring proper load handling.
• Monitored drilling parameters and reported anomalies to supervisors.
• Collaborated with crew members to optimize workflows during drilling operations.
• Conducted routine maintenance checks on tools and machinery for reliability.
• Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
• Participated in safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to ensure efficiency.
• Maintained clean worksite, equipment and tools to promote efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assisted with pipe tallying, rigging up and pipe handling processes.
• Inspected fall arrest systems, harnesses, derricks and hoisting components for safety.
• Performed routine repairs and preventive maintenance on rigs and circulation machinery.
• Assisted with mud house and chemical sack room procedures.
• Removed debris from around the rig area following completion of a job site activity.
• Mixed drilling fluids and handled hazardous chemicals.
• Pulled and laid rods, tubing and casing using forklifts and winches.
• Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that all procedures were followed correctly when working with a derrick structure.
• Monitored mud pump manifolds and guided pipes to drill holes.
• Communicated regularly with other members of the crew regarding progress on tasks related to derrick work.
• Loaded and unloaded supplies from trucks to support drilling operations.
• Mixed mud, water and chemicals to attain required viscosity and pumped mud into bore hole.
• Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures.
• Mud system operations
• Centrifugal pump operation & maintenance
• Forklift and loader operation
• Water sampling and monitoring
• Equipment inspection and troubleshooting
• Team supervision and coordination
• Strong safety awareness
• Quick learner with adaptability
• Reliable and punctual
• Work Experience

• Assembled and installed structural steel components for various projects.
• Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication.
• Operated welding equipment to join metal parts according to specifications.
• Conducted regular inspections of tools and equipment for safety compliance.
• Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
• Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety standards.
• Assisted in training new employees on best practices and safety protocols.
• Reported project progress and challenges to supervisors during production meetings.
• Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
• Used hand tools such as hammers, wrenches and screwdrivers to complete tasks efficiently.
• Performed routine maintenance checks on all tools used in the job.
• Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting tools.
• Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
• Cleaned machine parts with solvents before assembly or installation.