Daniel Wurtz
Casper,WY
Summary
Skilled Derrickhand with proven expertise in rig operation and first aid, honed at Capstar Drilling and other leading firms. Excelled in enhancing operational efficiency and safety, leveraging system function verification and generator maintenance skills. Achieved significant improvements in drilling practices, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and commitment to regulatory compliance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Derrickhans
Capstar Drilling
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
- Read Type gauges to adjust pumping procedures, paying close attention to pressure, density and concentration levels.
- Performed preventive maintenance and basic repairs on workover rigs by checking fluids, hydraulic and transmission levels.
Derrickhand/reilfdriller
Cyclone Drilling
02.2022 - 07.2024
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
- Weighed clay and mixed with water and chemicals to make drilling mud.
- Formulated decisions on drilling practices to improve operational efficiency and prevent operational problems.
- Examined Type and Type safety equipment on rig floor prior to maintain safe operation conditions.
Floorhand/motorhand/derrickhand
True Drilling
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Moved or relocated materials and equipment required for drilling tool assembly to and throughout work site.
- Provided assistance in assembly and disassembly of drilling rig and equipment.
- Adhered to operational safety and regulatory requirements by maintaining clean and hazard-free work space.
- Monitored shaker and mud tank operations.
Education
Chester Area Cyber School
South Dakota Skills
- First aid training
- System function verification
- Rig operation
- Generator maintenance
Timeline
Derrickhans
Capstar Drilling
08.2024 - Current
Derrickhand/reilfdriller
Cyclone Drilling
02.2022 - 07.2024
Floorhand/motorhand/derrickhand
True Drilling
08.2019 - 01.2022
Chester Area Cyber School
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