Derek Young
Sterling,CO
Summary
Proven in enhancing safety and efficiency, my tenure at Rk Mechanical showcased my adeptness in equipment repair and team collaboration. By implementing rigorous safety protocols and fostering a culture of meticulous maintenance, I contributed to a 20% improvement in project completion times. My expertise spans from heavy machinery operation to problem-solving, ensuring operational excellence and workplace safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Hand
Ensign Drilling
Colorado, Wyoming
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Help assist driller with floor responsibilities,
- Make connections
- Work monkey board making hooks
- Pulling stand back
- Doping joints
- Pushing back stands
- BHA assembly and disassemble
- Valve alignment in pits
- Replace swabs and seats in pumps
- Pony rod replacement in pumps
- Rebuild pressure pumps
- Hook and run hydraulic lines
- Build hydraulic hose using correct fittings for task
- Run phase cable to every part of rig and take preventative maintenance actions
- Mix chemicals
- Pressure wash operations
- Rigging up and down operations
- Nipple B.O.P operations using trolley top drive and tugger
- Running tugger
- Replacement of cable on tuggers and draw works for slip and cut
- Replace agitators and motors
- Rebuild gate valves
- Organize tools and equipment
- Check harness for ware and tare as well as indicators on sala's and all fall protective equipment
- Run water lines with cam lock hose, hammer unions and quick connects
- Moving pallets and equipment with loaders fork lifts and aerial lifts
- Running flow lines from stack to pits with flanges
- Setting trip nipples
- Casing runs and rigging up/down casing crew
- Cement jobs and setting cement head and rotation with CRT
Hand
Stoneham Drilling
Montana, North Dakota, West Texas
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Help assist driller with floor responsibilities,
- Make connections
- Work monkey board making hooks
- Pulling stand back
- Doping joints
- Pushing back stands
- BHA assembly and disassemble
- Valve alignment in pits
- Replace swabs and seats in pumps
- Pony rod replacement in pumps
- Rebuild pressure pumps
- Hook and run hydraulic lines
- Build hydraulic hose using correct fittings for task
- Run phase cable to every part of rig and take preventative maintenance actions
- Mix chemicals
- Pressure wash operations
- Rigging up and down operations
- Nipple B.O.P operations using trolley top drive and tugger
- Running tugger
- Replacement of cable on tuggers and draw works for slip and cut
- Replace agitators and motors
- Rebuild gate valves
- Organize tools and equipment
- Check harness for ware and tare as well as indicators on sala's and all fall protective equipment
- Run water lines with cam lock hose, hammer unions and quick connects
- Moving pallets and equipment with loaders fork lifts and aerial lifts
- Running flow lines from stack to pits with flanges
- Setting trip nipples
- Casing runs and rigging up/down casing crew
- Cement jobs and setting cement head and rotation with CRT
Fitter
Rk Mechanical
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Increased workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process.
- Ensured accuracy of final product dimensions by diligently verifying measurements against project specifications.
- Supported a positive work environment by fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and assisting peers as needed.
- Improved overall project completion time through proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized machinery.
- Maximized tool lifespan through proper care and maintenance procedures resulting in reduced replacement costs.
- Fabricated and installed various types of supports for piping systems and implemented proper hanger spacing.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks on schedule, maintaining high standards of workmanship.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Streamlined assembly processes with precise measurements and cutting, resulting in improved quality of finished products.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Reduced downtime by performing preventative maintenance on equipment, ensuring smooth operations.
- Assisted in training new employees, sharing technical knowledge and best practices for efficient operations.
- Fabricated pipe spools for butt weld, socket weld and threaded systems utilizing proper fit up techniques such as root openings on butt weld fittings and set back on socket weld fittings.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting techniques or strategies based on changing project requirements or specifications.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Enhanced production efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and specifications for various projects.
Fitter
Linds Plumbing and Heating
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Increased workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process.
- Ensured accuracy of final product dimensions by diligently verifying measurements against project specifications.
- Supported a positive work environment by fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and assisting peers as needed.
- Improved overall project completion time through proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized machinery.
- Maximized tool lifespan through proper care and maintenance procedures resulting in reduced replacement costs.
- Fabricated and installed various types of supports for piping systems and implemented proper hanger spacing.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks on schedule, maintaining high standards of workmanship.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Streamlined assembly processes with precise measurements and cutting, resulting in improved quality of finished products.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Reduced downtime by performing preventative maintenance on equipment, ensuring smooth operations.
- Assisted in training new employees, sharing technical knowledge and best practices for efficient operations.
- Fabricated pipe spools for butt weld, socket weld and threaded systems utilizing proper fit up techniques such as root openings on butt weld fittings and set back on socket weld fittings.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting techniques or strategies based on changing project requirements or specifications.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Enhanced production efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and specifications for various projects
Skills
- Safety protocols
- Equipment Repair
- Building maintenance
- Problem-solving
- Task prioritization
- Team collaboration
- Forklift operation
- Attention to detail
- Safety management
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment management
- Heavy machinery operation
- Physical stamina
- Machinery upkeep
Timeline
Hand
Stoneham Drilling
01.2022 - 01.2023
Hand
Ensign Drilling
01.2021 - 01.2024
Fitter
Rk Mechanical
01.2018 - 01.2020
Fitter
Linds Plumbing and Heating
01.2013 - 01.2017