Claude Mckelphin
Oceaneering International
Tylertown,MS
27
years of professional experience
Lead Rigger with 20+ years in offshore operations, known for safe lift planning, crew coordination, and strict safety compliance. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving support efficient, high-risk lifting operations.
Work History
Lead Rigger
1 Year 9 Months- Inspected rigging gear, slings, shackles, and wire rope before offshore lifting operations.
- Calculated load weights and selected rigging configurations aligned with lift plans.
- Directed crane and deck crews using standard hand signals and radio communications.
- Secured loads for transfers, ensuring stability during hoisting, positioning, and landing.
Lead Rigger
1 Year 3 Months- Verified rigging setup against permits, procedures, and site-specific safety requirements.
- Adjusted lift methods to support complex subsea and topside handling tasks.
- Mentored rigging crew on safe tie-offs, sling placement, and equipment care.
- Documented inspection findings and reported damaged gear for immediate removal from service.
- Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Mentored junior riggers, sharing knowledge and techniques for safe and effective rigging practices.
Rigger
1 Year 9 Months- Inspected rigging gear, slings, and hardware for wear before lifts.
- Calculated load weights and selected appropriate rigging configurations for safe handling.
- Secured loads using chains, wire rope, shackles, and hoists.
- Coordinated crane signals with operators to support precise lift placement.
- Trained junior riggers on proper rigging techniques and hazard awareness.
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Improved lifting efficiency with proper selection of rigging equipment for specific tasks.
Roughneck
7 Years 11 Months- Operated drilling equipment and handled pipe tripping operations with strict adherence to offshore safety procedures
- Monitored rig floor activities and coordinated tasks with driller to maintain efficient drilling workflow
- Inspected tools, tongs, slips, and hoisting gear to support safe, reliable equipment performance
- Assisted with casing, tubing, and drill pipe handling during wellbore operations
Lead Roustabout/Roughneck
13 Years 11 Months- Supervised roustabout crew during rig up, rig down, and daily wellsite operations.
- Coordinated equipment movement, loading, and staging to maintain efficient worksite flow.
- Inspected tools, lines, and lifting gear to support safe field operations.
- Directed containment, housekeeping, and site cleanup to meet safety and environmental standards.
- Repaired and maintained rigs, tanks, pumps, and pipework to reduce operational downtime.
Education
GED
Skills
Strong communication skills
Collaboration and teamwork
Continuous learning mindset
Pipeline development
Adaptable to new technologies
Timeline
Lead Rigger
Oceaneering International
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Lead Rigger
Jab Recruitment
10.2023 - 01.2025Read More
Rigger
Team Trident
01.2022 - 10.2023Read More
Roughneck
Ensco Offshore Company
02.2014 - 01.2022Read More
Lead Roustabout/Roughneck
Axxis Drilling
02.2000 - 01.2014Read More
Crystal Springs Job Corps
GED
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