David Munoz
Falfurrias,TX
Summary
Proven Driller and Derrick Hand at Helmrich & Payne, adept in safety compliance and emergency procedures, significantly enhanced rig safety and efficiency. Skilled in equipment maintenance, well control, and team leadership, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Achieved notable reductions in downtime and injuries through meticulous attention to detail and effective problem-solving.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Driller
Helmrich & Payne
Tulsa, OK
08.2016 - Current
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
- Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
- Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
- Facilitated seamless handovers between shifts by maintaining clear documentation and concise shift reports, ensuring smooth continuation of operations without unnecessary delays.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Trained and supervised all site personnel.
- Promoted a safety-first culture by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to staff members.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Provided technical guidance to junior staff members on well control procedures, ensuring each team member understood their roles in maintaining a safe operation environment.
- Preserved well integrity by carefully monitoring well control parameters throughout all phases of drilling operations.
- Supervised drill site setup, ensuring proper installation and alignment of drilling equipment.
Derrick Hand
Helmrich & Payne
Tulsa, OK
02.2012 - 07.2016
- Contributed to successful well completions by assisting in the assembly and disassembly of drilling tools and equipment.
- Used iron roughnecks, tongs and slips to properly handle and connect sections of drill pipe.
- Performed preventive maintenance and basic repairs on workover rigs by checking fluids, hydraulic and transmission levels.
- Improved communication between floorhands and drillers by acting as a reliable liaison during critical operations.
- Used harnesses and platform climbing devices to position and align Type and Type elements.
- Assisted in training new crew members, fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment.
- . Promoted a culture of safety and continuous improvement, actively participating in process review initiatives.
- . Ensured the correct handling of hazardous materials according to established guidelines while performing routine tasks.
- Promoted teamwork and efficiency, coordinating closely with other rig personnel to optimize drilling operations.
Education
Deploma -
Falfurrias High School
Falfurrias, TX05.2007
Skills
- Safety trained
- Safety Compliance
- Emergency Procedures
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Well Control
- Team Supervision
- Drill Floor Safety
- Crew Leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Decision-Making
Timeline
Driller
Helmrich & Payne
08.2016 - Current
Derrick Hand
Helmrich & Payne
02.2012 - 07.2016
Deploma -
Falfurrias High School