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Christian Davis

Clinton,AR

Summary

Skilled Derrickhand with background in drilling operations and oil extraction. Possess hands-on experience managing mud systems, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety protocols. Notable strengths include troubleshooting abilities, physical stamina, leadership skills, and mechanical aptitude. Have consistently contributed to efficient operations and safe work environments in previous roles. I adapt well and learn quickly.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Derrickhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC.
12.2021 - Current
  • Maintain our mud pumps per our daily maintenance requirements.
  • Maintain both mud weight and viscosity whilst adding daily chemical treatments.
  • Maintain and manage all equipment relating to the derrickhand job. I.E. shakers, mud mix pumps, centrifuges, desander and degasser.
  • Preforming tripping in or out of the wells from the derrickboard.
  • During rig move spotting rig and rigging up or rigging down.
  • Provide house keeping around mud pump areas, chemical mixing areas, as well as pits and surrounding back yard.
  • Assist with other employees during operations.
  • Maintain and inspect all safety equipment relating to not only my job title but those above and below to ensure its in proper working order.

Motorhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Actively participated in safety meetings and drills to maintain a culture of vigilance across the team.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry best practices and regulations.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on machinery components, extending equipment lifespan and minimizing disruptions to operations.
  • Implemented safety measures throughout daily tasks, resulting in an accident-free work environment.
  • Rig up the rig during rig moves, assist in the power up and run out of equipment.
  • Repair and troubleshoot equipment failure with company technicians or third party technicians.
  • Take count of all drill pipe and other tubulars on location and report to driller.

Floorhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC
04.2020 - 11.2020
  • Moved or relocated materials and equipment required for drilling tool assembly to and throughout work site.
  • Showcased strong physical stamina throughout long shifts while remaining alert and focused on completing assigned tasks efficiently.
  • Contributed to safe working conditions by adhering to safety protocols and regulations at all times.
  • Clean, scrub and paint the rig and other equipment on drilling days to maintain the best look of the rig.
  • Assist in the making up or breaking down of tubulars while tripping in or out of the hole, or laying down drill pipe.
  • Operate the catwalk while laying down drill pipe or picking up casing.
  • Assist in nippling up the B.O.P and all relating equipment.
  • Preform daily maintenance on the rig and its related equipment.

Motorhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC
05.2018 - 04.2020
  • Actively participated in safety meetings and drills to maintain a culture of vigilance across the team.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry best practices and regulations.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on machinery components, extending equipment lifespan and minimizing disruptions to operations.
  • Implemented safety measures throughout daily tasks, resulting in an accident-free work environment.
  • Rig up the rig during rig moves, assist in the power up and run out of equipment.
  • Repair and troubleshoot equipment failure with company technicians or third party technicians.
  • Take count of all drill pipe and other tubulars on location and report to driller.

Floorhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC
12.2016 - 05.2018
  • Moved or relocated materials and equipment required for drilling tool assembly to and throughout work site.
  • Showcased strong physical stamina throughout long shifts while remaining alert and focused on completing assigned tasks efficiently.
  • Contributed to safe working conditions by adhering to safety protocols and regulations at all times.
  • Clean, scrub and paint the rig and other equipment on drilling days to maintain the best look of the rig.
  • Assist in the making up or breaking down of tubulars while tripping in or out of the hole, or laying down drill pipe.
  • Operate the catwalk while laying down drill pipe or picking up casing.
  • Assist in nippling up the B.O.P and all relating equipment.
  • Preform daily maintenance on the rig and its related equipment.

Line Walker

Tetra Technologies
10.2016 - 12.2016

Tetra Technologies specialized in water transfer for frac operations. During my time at Tetra i assisted in the rig up and rig down of water transfer pumps, tank batteries, and water transfer lines. As a liner walker my primary task was to walk the length of the transfer line during each stage of the frac operation to ensure all connections were firm and with out leaks. To also inspect the line itself as it may lay on rough surfaces.

Entry Level Framer

Morton Buildings
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
  • Examined wood, work areas, and supplies for defects and damage before completing projects.
  • Followed safety protocols when using nail guns, hammers and saws.
  • Build metal buildings from start to finish, if we didn't have a new assignment we would preform repair claims on older buildings that may have been damaged or worn down over time.
  • Ensure the crew truck was fully stocked and ready for the days job before leaving the shop each morning.

Crew Member

Eric Moix Construction
01.2016 - 04.2016

Eric Moix Construction preformed oil and gas construction in Damascus arkansas. We would work on the metal buildings that housed compressor stations. If the were removing or installing a compressor station we would either remove the metal siding of the building so it could be removed and then replace it once removed, or build the building to house the compressor station. If there was no work for compressor stations we would assist the construction crews on metal building completions. During my time here my roles included having the trucks stocked each day and ready for the jobs. Rig up and rig down tools and equipment. Clean and organize the trucks and tools. Assist in removing or installing metal siding.

Water Transfer Operator

Crescent Services
07.2015 - 01.2016

Crescent Services, similar to Tetra Technologies preformed water transfer for frac operations. During my time here, I was involved in rigging up and rigging down water transfer equipment. Running transfer pumps from a tank battery to the frac site. Maintaining and servicing transfer pumps and other equipment. Inspecting water transfer lines and relatable equipment to ensure it is in safe and correct working order. Keeping crew trucks clean and maintaining my work area.

Floorhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC
06.2014 - 01.2015
  • Moved or relocated materials and equipment required for drilling tool assembly to and throughout work site.
  • Showcased strong physical stamina throughout long shifts while remaining alert and focused on completing assigned tasks efficiently.
  • Contributed to safe working conditions by adhering to safety protocols and regulations at all times.
  • Clean, scrub and paint the rig and other equipment on drilling days to maintain the best look of the rig.
  • Assist in the making up or breaking down of tubulars while tripping in or out of the hole, or laying down drill pipe.
  • Operate the catwalk while laying down drill pipe or picking up casing.
  • Assist in nippling up the B.O.P and all relating equipment.
  • Preform daily maintenance on the rig and its related equipment.

Pressure Tester

Bestway Oilfield
05.2013 - 06.2014

Bestway Oilfield specialized in BOP equipment rental, sales, rebuilds and testing and services related. During my time at bestway I was assigned to and learned how to repair and rebuild BOP equipment. Such as blind rams, pipe rams, annulars, choke manifolds and accumulators. We would go to drilling rigs, nipple up and test all the blow out prevention equipment. I learned how to run a test truck and was able to pressure test small to big rigs on my own with a coworker assisting. If there were no rigs ready to nipple up or down we would preform job duties at the shop. That included but not limited to cleaning and organizing the shop and crew trucks. Rebuilding any equipment that may be in for service, then pressure testing said equipment to ensure it was ready to go out in the field. Inspecting our high pressure lines to ensure they are in good working order and ready for use. Inspecting our safety equipment such as harness and lanyards and replacing anything that may be faulty. Keeping trucks stocked and ready as it was an on call 24/7 job.

BOP Hand

Denham Welding and BOP
02.2013 - 05.2013

Denham Welding and BOP services provided nipple up and nipple down on bop stacks and pressure testing of those bop stacks. While employed here i assisted in nippling up BOPs, choke and kill lines, flow lines and choke manifolds then assisting as the pressure tester tested these pieces of equipment. Once the job was finished we would return to the shop and make sure all trucks and equipment were inspected, replaced and serviced for the next up coming job as this too was a 24/7 on call job.

Third Helper

Pense Brothers Drilling Company
02.2012 - 09.2012

Pense Brothers Drilling was where I got my start in the oil and gas industry. Pense Brothers spealized in air drilling the spud wells for larger rigs in central Arkansas. We, referred to these rigs as Spud Rigs. My duties were to work the floor or pipe trailer as we trippped in or out of the well, pressure wash and maintain the rigs cleanliness and appearance. Rig up and rig down the rig itself, nipple up and nipple down bops, choke manifolds, flowlines, and air booster packs as we referred to them. I also took part in mixing chemicals, numbering pipe, keeping water tanks full. Keeping dog house and parts houses cleaned and organized, reporting to the driller or rig manager if we were out of something so that it may be ordered and back in stock. Cleaned equipment to keep operations safe and efficiently moving forward.

Line Cook

McDonald's
02.2011 - 06.2011
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Clinton High School
Clinton, AR
05.2011

Skills

  • Fall Protection Awareness
  • Wire Rope Inspection
  • Risk Assessment Capabilities
  • Drilling rig operations
  • Extendaboom Forklift operations
  • Manlift operations
  • Pump operation
  • Knowledge of safety regulations
  • Adaptability
  • Problem solving abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Active listening
  • Time management
  • Self motivation
  • Task prioritization

Certification

  • First aid
  • H2S
  • Cpr
  • Manlift
  • Extendaboom forklift
  • Straight mast forklift
  • Drillers Level Well Control [expires January 2025]

Timeline

Derrickhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC.
12.2021 - Current

Motorhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC
11.2020 - 12.2021

Floorhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC
04.2020 - 11.2020

Motorhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC
05.2018 - 04.2020

Floorhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC
12.2016 - 05.2018

Line Walker

Tetra Technologies
10.2016 - 12.2016

Entry Level Framer

Morton Buildings
05.2016 - 08.2016

Crew Member

Eric Moix Construction
01.2016 - 04.2016

Water Transfer Operator

Crescent Services
07.2015 - 01.2016

Floorhand

Patterson UTI Drilling Company LLC
06.2014 - 01.2015

Pressure Tester

Bestway Oilfield
05.2013 - 06.2014

BOP Hand

Denham Welding and BOP
02.2013 - 05.2013

Third Helper

Pense Brothers Drilling Company
02.2012 - 09.2012

Line Cook

McDonald's
02.2011 - 06.2011
  • First aid
  • H2S
  • Cpr
  • Manlift
  • Extendaboom forklift
  • Straight mast forklift
  • Drillers Level Well Control [expires January 2025]

High School Diploma -

Clinton High School
Christian Davis