Chad Breland
Summary
Detail-oriented Driller with in-depth understanding of safety protocols and team supervision. Adept at equipment repairs and maintenance. Committed to meeting long-term goals and streamlining procedures. Skilled Drilling Supervisor with extensive experience in onshore 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.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Rig Manager
Helmerich & Payne Drilling
San Augustine- Haynesville Shale, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
- Led, managed and supervised drilling contractors and service company personnel in daily drilling operations, well construction and well test operations.
- Managed initial move and rig-up, rig commissioning and commencement of multiple rig drilling operations.
Rig Manager
H&P Drilling
Midland, TX
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Anticipated, troubleshot and resolved operational and equipment issues to minimize rig downtime.
- Managed rig operations, production, maintenance and costs to meet business objectives.
- Used basic management concepts and principles to delegate, motivate and discipline staff.
- Planned preventive maintenance and replaced supplies to operate and maintain rig equipment.
Driller
H&P Drilling
Haynesville Shale, East Texas
03.2009 - 06.2017
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Led, coached and directed tool pushers and drillers in daily drilling program operations
Driller
Yemen Drilling
Masila, Yemen
04.2007 - 06.2008
- Provided expertise to support day drilling operations.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
Education
GED -
Jena High School
Jena, LASkills
- Mud pit cleaning
- Equipment operation
- Equipment monitoring
- Safety management
- Emergency Procedures
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Rig Manager
Helmerich & Payne Drilling
11.2021 - Current
Rig Manager
H&P Drilling
01.2017 - 05.2020
Driller
H&P Drilling
03.2009 - 06.2017
Driller
Yemen Drilling
04.2007 - 06.2008
GED -
Jena High School