Christopher Strain
Pineville ,LA
Summary
Dependable, hard-working with over 16 years of experience in the oil drilling industry.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Driller
Energy Drilling Co
Natchez, MS
08.2023 - Current
- Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures.
- Assessed and inspected equipment to keep properly maintained and in service.
- Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
- Supervised and documented all drilling operations.
- Supervised rig commissioning and rig drilling operations.
- Inspected mud tanks and other components of the rig floor to identify any potential problems or hazards.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
- Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
Tool Pusher
Energy Drilling Co
Natchez, MS
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Utilized effective communication skills to deliver instructions to crews and build collaborative groups focused on accomplishing goals on tight schedules.
- Kept crew members on task at diverse sites and prepared schedules to carry out accurate work at required times.
- Established and oversaw regular rig maintenance program to maintain continued operability.
- Identified operating issues with service rigs and troubleshoot problems to identify root causes, resolve faults and return full functionality.
- Documented and reported on services rendered and labor hours.
- Delivered weekly operating reports to management to demonstrate project progress.
Driller
Energy Drilling Co
Natchez, MS
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures.
- Assessed and inspected equipment to keep properly maintained and in service.
- Checked drilling activities for compliance with all HSE requirements, work instructions and procedures.
- Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
- Supervised and documented all drilling operations.
- Supervised rig commissioning and rig drilling operations.
- Utilized effective communication skills to deliver instructions to crews and build collaborative groups focused on accomplishing goals on tight schedules.
Insurance Adjuster
Self-Employed
Pineville, LA
01.2016 - 02.2020
- Determined insurance coverage levels and restrictions by thoroughly examining claims forms and associated records.
- Investigated properties, classified damages and created estimates outlining repair costs.
- Researched coverage and premium options and supplied clients with best coverage available for individual needs.
- Submitted up-to-date activity and production logs to agency management for review.
Driller
Energy Drilling Co
Natchez, MS
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures.
- Assessed and inspected equipment to keep properly maintained and in service.
- Ensured drilling activities were in compliance with all HSE requirements, work instructions and procedures.
- Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
- Supervised and documented all drilling operations.
Tool Pusher
Energy Drilling Co
Natchez, MS
05.2014 - 06.2015
- Utilized effective communication skills to deliver instructions to crews and build collaborative groups focused on accomplishing goals on tight schedules.
- Kept crew members on schedule at diverse sites and prepared schedules to carry out accurate work at required times.
- Established and oversaw regular rig maintenance program to maintain continued operability.
- Identified operating issues with service rigs and troubleshoot problems to identify root causes, resolve faults and return full functionality.
- Documented and reported on services rendered and labor hours.
- Delivered weekly operating reports to management to demonstrate project progress.
Driller
Energy Drilling Co
Natchez, MS
01.2011 - 05.2014
- Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures.
- Assessed and inspected equipment to keep properly maintained and in service.
- Ensured drilling activities were in compliance with all HSE requirements, work instructions and procedures.
- Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
- Supervised and documented all drilling operations.
Derrickman
Energy Drilling Co
Natchez, MS
06.2008 - 01.2011
- Reviewed inventories of pump and rig supplies and parts.
- Inspected derricks for flaws, and clean and oil derricks in order to maintain proper working conditions.
- Control the viscosity and weight of the drilling fluids.
- Repair mud pumps, mud tanks and related equipment.
- Listen to mud pumps and check regularly for vibration and other problems, in order to ensure the rig pumps and drilling mud systems are working properly.
- Worked on monkey board pulling drill pipe during tripping operations.
- Mixed chemicals to drilling fluids.
Floorhand
Energy Drilling Co
Natchez, MS
12.2007 - 06.2008
- Assisted with setting up and taking down drilling rig and various equipment.
- Maintained clean and hazard-free work areas to attain operational safety and regulatory compliance.
- Transported, equipment and materials utilized for assembling drilling tool.
- Cleared aisles, swept floors and reorganized inventory to keep neat and remove obstacles.
- Unscrew or tighten pipes, casing, tubing, and pump rods, using hand and power wrenches and tongs.
Floorhand
Pride Offshore
Houma, LA
01.2007 - 12.2007
- Assisted with setting up and taking down drilling rig and various equipment.
- Maintained clean and hazard-free work areas to attain operational safety and regulatory compliance.
- Transported, equipment and materials utilized for assembling drilling tool.
- Cleared aisles, swept floors and reorganized inventory to keep warehouse neat and remove obstacles.
- Unscrew or tighten pipes, casing, tubing, and pump rods, using hand and power wrenches and tongs.
Roustabout
Pride Offshore
Houma, LA
07.2004 - 01.2007
- Arranged and stored materials, machines, tools and equipment.
- Maintained tools, equipment and work sites.
- Used hand tools to mount, install, and secure tools.
- Keep deck and main deck areas clean and tidy.
- Guide cranes to move loads about deck.
- Supply equipment to rig floors as requested and provide assistance to roughnecks.
- Obtained crane license and assisted crane operator.
- Load and unload materials from vessels.
- Attach slings, hooks, or other devices to lift cargo and guide loads.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pineville High School
Pineville, LA05.2000
Skills
- Meeting participation
- Equipment maintenance
- Crew supervision
- Maintenance and repair expertise
- Safety trained
- Friendly and hardworking
- Team supervision
- Equipment operations familiarity
Timeline
Driller
Energy Drilling Co
08.2023 - Current
Tool Pusher
Energy Drilling Co
05.2022 - 08.2023
Driller
Energy Drilling Co
03.2020 - 05.2022
Insurance Adjuster
Self-Employed
01.2016 - 02.2020
Driller
Energy Drilling Co
06.2015 - 12.2015
Tool Pusher
Energy Drilling Co
05.2014 - 06.2015
Driller
Energy Drilling Co
01.2011 - 05.2014
Derrickman
Energy Drilling Co
06.2008 - 01.2011
Floorhand
Energy Drilling Co
12.2007 - 06.2008
Floorhand
Pride Offshore
01.2007 - 12.2007
Roustabout
Pride Offshore
07.2004 - 01.2007
High School Diploma -
Pineville High School
Similar Profiles
Richard SarfrazRichard Sarfraz
Barge Engineer at Energy DrillingBarge Engineer at Energy Drilling
Joshua PughJoshua Pugh
Rig Manager at United Energy DrillingRig Manager at United Energy Drilling
Trinity MeadorTrinity Meador
Coiled Tubing Operator at Copper Tip Energy ServicesCoiled Tubing Operator at Copper Tip Energy Services