Christian Roman
El Paso,Texas
Summary
Hardworking Derrick man with over 8 years of experience mixing and maintaining drilling fluids, maintaining pumps and assisting in identifying hazards. Independent, self-motivated individual proficient in tools hand and power tools. In-depth understanding of OSHA regulations.
Resourceful general maintenance worker with several years of hands-on experience carrying out various maintenance tasks to avoid malfunctions. Skilled in analyzing repair requests, resolving and troubleshooting common failures and stocking adequate maintenance materials. Friendly and fastidious team player possessing outstanding hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic
The Mosaic Company
Carlsbad, New Mexico
09.2025 - 09.2026
- Troubleshot mechanical issues, identifying root causes and implementing targeted solutions.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Repaired worn and defective parts on machinery, restoring functionality and ensuring operational continuity.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Installed, repaired and maintained equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal operation.
- Collaborated with team members to develop preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
- Inspected equipment for safety compliance and reported any potential hazards promptly.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools safely to complete repairs and installations efficiently.
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests, minimizing downtime and maintaining service reliability.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning components such as pumps, valves, bearings and shafts.
- Operated forklifts, cranes, and other heavy equipment during daily tasks.
- Coordinated with external contractors for specialized maintenance projects.
Derrickhand
Stoneham Drilling
Odessa, Texas
08.2022 - 02.2025
- Monitored and maintained mud pits and pumps during operations, ensuring early detection of pit level fluctuations.
- Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties at regular intervals to report deviations.
- Used iron roughnecks, tongs and slips to properly handle and connect sections of drill pipe.
- Assisted with pipe tallying, rigging up and pipe handling processes.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and basic repairs on workover rigs, verifying fluid, hydraulic, and transmission levels for optimal performance.
- Utilized safety harnesses during operations to ensure worker safety
- Collaborated with crew members to enhance workflow efficiency and operational effectiveness.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Trained new team members on equipment operation and safety practices.
- Collaborated with crew members to streamline workflow processes.
- Performed housekeeping on rig floor by cleaning equipment and removing debris from rig stairs.
- Weighed clay and mixed with water and chemicals to make drilling mud.
- Used harnesses
Oil Field Worker
Sendero Drilling
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Followed supervisor instructions precisely to ensure timely completion of all work responsibilitiesly
- Collaborated with crew members and mentored new hires to enhance team effectiveness
- Performed housekeeping tasks to maintain cleanliness and organization of the facility
- Obtained certification for operating forklift and manlift equipment safely
Forklift Operator
Werner
05.2019 - 06.2021
- Operated a forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently, minimizing damage to items and reducing risk of injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials, ensuring proper handling to maintain inventory organization.
- Maneuvered forklift safely, adhering to load rates and maintaining clear visibility to enhance operational safety.
Oilfield Floorhand
Lariat Services
07.2012 - 04.2014
- Provided assistance in assembly and disassembly of drilling rig and equipment.
- Maintained clean, organized, hazard-free work areas for optimized site safety.
- Pull sleeves, make connections , work tongs, st-80
- Moved or relocated materials and equipment required for drilling tool assembly to and throughout work site.
Derrickhand
Patterson-UTI
06.2010 - 04.2012
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
- Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties at regular intervals to report deviations.
- Weighed clay and mixed with water and chemicals to make drilling mud.
- Used iron roughnecks, tongs and slips to properly handle and connect sections of drill pipe.
Education
Montwood High School
El Paso, TXSkills
- Rig Operation
- Mud Module Operation
- Reading Comprehension
- Power Saws
- Equipment Inspection
- Pressure Gauges
- Monitoring Gauges
- Testing Devices
- Hydraulic Jacks
- Weight Loading
- Chemical Mixing
- Mixing Tanks
- Active Listening
- Machine Setups
- Height Work
- Finish Work
- Materials Movement
- Training Junior Team Members
- Derrick Inspection
- Pressure Testing
- Volume Measurements
- Lockout and Tagout Processes
- General Housekeeping
- Team Meetings
- Viscosity Analysis
- Drilling Fluid Regulation
- Chemical Handling Protocols
- Mud Pump Operation
- Mud Pit Cleaning
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety compliance inspection
- Machinery repair
- Emergency response
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Pump maintenance
- Welding techniques
- Machine installation
- Industrial machinery
- Gearbox maintenance
- Valve repair
- Parts adjustment
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hand and power tool use
- Safety protocol
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic
The Mosaic Company
09.2025 - 09.2026
Derrickhand
Stoneham Drilling
08.2022 - 02.2025
Oil Field Worker
Sendero Drilling
06.2021 - 08.2022
Forklift Operator
Werner
05.2019 - 06.2021
Oilfield Floorhand
Lariat Services
07.2012 - 04.2014
Derrickhand
Patterson-UTI
06.2010 - 04.2012
Montwood High School