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Brendan Vaitohi

Anchorage,AK

Summary

Safety-focused Driller with 6 years of leadership experience. Committed to worker efficiency and comprehensive training with knowledge of preventive maintenance and drill rig use. Adept at meeting long-term goals through day-to-day efficiency. Skilled Drilling Supervisor with extensive experience in both onshore and offshore crew management on day drilling and night drilling shifts. Motivated and forward-thinking with an aptitude in coaching and guiding employees. Safety-oriented with a commitment to zero incidents through proper training and supervision. Innovative and detailed to quickly identify risks and develop solutions. Effective at managing team drilling operations. Knowledgeable about observing crews, identifying problems and decisively implementing proactive solutions. Trained in all facets of production, business requirements and regulatory standards. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Driller

Discovery Drilling
08.2017 - Current
  • Monitored drilling operations and machines.
  • Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
  • 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.
  • Constructed drilling pads, planned rig moves and conducted project audits.
  • Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
  • Managed and completed well modification and stimulation programs, bolstering oil and gas recovery.
  • Led, coached and directed tool pushers and drillers in daily drilling program operations
  • 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.
  • Kept close eye on gauge readouts and listened to machinery to assess current conditions and adjust settings.
  • Maintained machinery, tools and vehicles in good working order to prevent unnecessary operational delays.
  • Followed established business practices, regulatory requirements and job safety protocols.
  • Completed field reports and logs on daily basis and discussed issues with site supervisor.
  • Managed 2-6 person crew of rig team members involved in carrying out daily rig operations and special projects.
  • Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.

Professional Mover

AAA Moving And Storage
01.2013 - 08.2017
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to 300 lbs.
  • Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
  • Completed over 5,000 jobs by loading boxes and large items, unloading trucks, and cleaning job sites.
  • Wrote detailed checklists to streamline job site walkthroughs and maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Oversaw as many as 2 teams at time with more than 12 total personnel.
  • Arranged items at destination according to customer requests and instructions.
  • Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
  • Packed boxes by filling voids and arranging items to fit appropriately based on size, dimensions, and weight.
  • Communicated with customers courteously and professionally to drive satisfaction.
  • Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
  • Cleaned and maintained truck and other equipment to maintain optimum working condition.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Disconnected and reconstructed furniture by removing headboards from bed frames, unscrewing mirrors from dressers and reassembling tables.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.
  • Inspected items for damage and reported issues to supervisor for resolution.

Assembly Technician

AAK
03.2015 - 09.2016
  • Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
  • Kept work areas organized, tidy, and clean for maximum productivity.
  • Followed specific blueprints and diagrams to assemble components and comply with industry standards.
  • Performed assembly of products according to specifications and instructions.
  • Reassembled and adjusted components to meet required specifications.
  • Inspected all work for quality and compliance with design standards.
  • Maintained accurate records of parts used in assembly process to enable tracking history and store consistent information.
  • Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
  • Trained new staff to perform assembly techniques, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Maintained good stock levels, counted parts, and requested additional supplies.
  • Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
  • Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
  • Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
  • Participated in projects requiring assembly of large and small components.
  • Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
  • Documented all in-process and out-of-process assembly activities.

Education

GED -

ALC
Anchorage, AK

Skills

  • Hydraulic Fluid
  • Borehole Sampling
  • Personnel Records
  • Management of Personnel Resources
  • Assembly Processes
  • Technical Documentation
  • Backhoe Operation
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Equipment Management
  • Operations Analysis
  • Writing
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Soil Data Collection
  • Quality Production
  • Operational Safety
  • Mud Pumps
  • Basic Tools
  • Repairing
  • Mechanics
  • Horizontal Directional Drilling
  • Core Drilling
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Drill Rig Inspection
  • Train Employees
  • Machine Setups
  • Safety Compliance
  • Time Management
  • Crew Safety Meetings
  • Production Reports
  • Operation and Control
  • Team Supervision
  • Judgment and Decision-Making
  • Inspections Expertise
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Active Listening
  • Mechanical Tools
  • Maintenance Assessment
  • Efficient Service

Certification

MSHA-EXPIRES 5/31/2024

NSTC

DOT

HAZWOPER

Timeline

Driller

Discovery Drilling
08.2017 - Current

Assembly Technician

AAK
03.2015 - 09.2016

Professional Mover

AAA Moving And Storage
01.2013 - 08.2017

GED -

ALC

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