Daniel Villa
Del Río
Summary
Diligent professional seeking desired position as Lease Operator with flowback and production operations background. Ensures seamless production processes through operations and troubleshooting. Skilled in preventive maintenance and pressure control systems. Known for multitasking abilities and a strong problem-solving mindset. Demonstrated reliability, adaptability, and self-motivation. Familiar with lease operations and 5.0 facilities.
Overview
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1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sand Route Operator
GIS (Grand Isle Shipyard)
Mentone, TX
06.2025 - Current
- Dump Sand Knock Outs on all assigned locations, inspect all equipment. Check wellhead and SKO iron, ensure well is flowing and no leaks are present.
- Monitored Automated E-Flowback systems equipment performance, identifying issues for timely maintenance and repair.
- Preventive Maintenance: Performed routine maintenance on equipment, valves and automated plug valves. Completed grease and lubrication.
- Troubleshooting and Repairs: Diagnosed equipment failures, alarms, E-dump malfunctions, and flow restrictions. Pulled screens/ chokes, clear plugs, reset panels, clear alarms and return units back to service.
- Coordinated with Production Team members to ensure seamless workflow during operations. Bypass sand equipment, LOTO for First Lift Installs on wells.
- Adhered to safety protocols, contributing to a secure work environment. Send daily reports.
- PRODUCTION TECH SUPPORT: Assist Production Technicians at Silvertip, North Loving and Reeves. Performed safe well shut-in/startup procedures. Respond to alarms and equipment recovery throughout the field. Troubleshoot and get Compressor Gas Lifts and other production equipment back online to maximize downtime.
- Facilities maintenance: Completed daily rounds, inspections, and routine maintenance on separators , heater treaters and compressor stations. Verified pressures, temperatures, fluid levels and oil/ water density’s.
Derrickhand
Nabors drilling
Odessa, Texas
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Set and bolt crown blocks to posts at tops of derricks.
- Listened to mud pumps and checked regularly for excess vibrations and other problems to keep rig pumps and drilling systems working properly.
- Used hand tools to perform repairs on equipment as needed.
- Good troubleshooting skills
- Assist Driller on drilling operations and well control situations
Framer
Villa Framing & Construction
Del Rio, Texas
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Set up, adjusted, and operated equipment used in woodworking processes such as saws, planers, routers, jointers, and other power tools.
- Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Installed interior and exterior walls with precision utilizing various materials like drywall, lumber, steel studs and insulation.
- Supervised junior framers throughout daily operations ensuring quality assurance standards were met.
Derrickhand
Nabors Drilling
Midland, Texas
10.2015 - 02.2016
- Controlled viscosity and weight of drilling fluid.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to troubleshoot any issues that arose during Derrick operations.
- Inspected derricks for flaws and clean and oil derricks to maintain proper working conditions.
- Weighed clay and mix with water and chemicals to make drilling mud, using portable mixers.
- Supervised crew members and provided assistance in training them.
- Prepared mud reports and instruct crews about handling of any chemical additives.
- Utilized safe work practices at all times by wearing protective clothing and adhering to company policies regarding safety regulations.
- Monitored pressure gauges, valves, pumps and other instruments associated with the operation of derrick machinery.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems related to operational issues with derrick equipment.
- Responded quickly and appropriately in emergency situations involving Derrick equipment breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Identified potential problems with equipment before they became major issues.
- Analyzed data from well logging operations using specialized software programs.
- Monitored downhole pressure gauges while drilling operations were underway and adjusted accordingly when necessary.
- Repaired pumps, mud tanks, and related equipment.
Floorhand
Nabors Drilling
Odessa, Texas
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Helped driller carry out operational activities around rig floor and other rig locations.
- Inspected work areas to verify safety standards before beginning operations.
- Reported any unsafe conditions or equipment malfunctions immediately to supervisor or designated authority figure.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or equipment used in oilfield operations.
- Monitored well control systems during drilling operations to maintain safety requirements.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on drilling equipment, including blowout preventers, pumps, valves, and engines.
- Greased, lubricated, and performed planned maintenance and minor repairs to rig floor equipment.
- Turned valves to regulate flow of liquids and air, to reverse machines, to start pumps and to regulate equipment.
- Operated tongs and slips to connect and disconnect drill pipe, casing, and drill bits or tools.
Floorhand, Work Rig
Sendero Drilling
San Angelo, Texas
02.2012 - 02.2014
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on drilling equipment, including blowout preventers, pumps, valves, and engines.
- Operated tongs and slips to connect and disconnect drill pipe, casing, and drill bits or tools.
- Performed minor repairs to machines, such as replacing damaged and worn parts.
- Helped driller carry out operational activities around rig floor and other rig locations.
Motor Hand
Patterson Drilling
Midland, Texas
10.2011 - 11.2012
- Used speed gauges and thermometers.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls involving malfunctioning electric motors.
- Assisted in the inspection and maintenance of motors, pumps, and other equipment.
- Lubricated moving parts.
- Adjusted working parts, such as fan belts, contacts, and springs, using hand tools and gauges.
- Performed troubleshooting procedures to identify motor malfunctions.
- Maintained records of motor repairs and replacements.
- Performed general maintenance and repair.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Del Rio High School
Del Rio, Texas, US05.2007
Skills
Troubleshooting
Rig operation
Lockout and tagout procedures
Forklift Operations
Preventive Maintenance
Pressure Control Systems
Well control techniques
Multitasking
Problem-Solving
Multitasking Abilities
Problem-solving abilities
Reliability
Self Motivation
Adaptability
Certification
IADC WELLSHARP /Well Control
Safe Land
Timeline
Sand Route Operator
GIS (Grand Isle Shipyard)
06.2025 - Current
Derrickhand
Nabors drilling
08.2022 - 04.2024
Framer
Villa Framing & Construction
01.2020 - 07.2022
Derrickhand
Nabors Drilling
10.2015 - 02.2016
Floorhand
Nabors Drilling
02.2014 - 02.2015
Floorhand, Work Rig
Sendero Drilling
02.2012 - 02.2014
Motor Hand
Patterson Drilling
10.2011 - 11.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Del Rio High School