Derrick McDaniel
Teague,TX
Summary
Versatile and dependable, show up early always ready for work, believe anything you want in your life and knowledge is achievable with enough want to, drive to learn and be successful, always want to learn more to move up, family driven, never been fired and always welcome back any where I have worked, trust worthy, enjoyed taking on more responsibility, will take on as much as allowed as I learn and become efficient at my job.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Wildcatters of Texas
Graham, TX
11.2023 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Operator
Swarco
Mexia, TX
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Derrick Hand
Basin Drilling
Tyler, TX
10.2018 - 03.2023
- 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 rigs by checking fluids, hydraulic and transmission levels.
- Improved communication between floorhands and drillers by acting as a reliable liaison during critical operations.
- Maintained proper fluid levels in the mud pits, ensuring smooth operation throughout the drilling process.
- Supported overall rig operations through monitoring pressure parameters, alerting drillers to potential concerns or hazards.
- Assisted in training new crew members, fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment.
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
- Enhanced drilling operations by efficiently managing mud systems and maintaining equipment.
- . Ensured the correct handling of hazardous materials according to established guidelines while performing routine tasks.
- Increased safety awareness through conducting regular safety meetings and promoting safe work practices among the crew.
Education
Diploma -
Teague High School
Teague, TX05.2017
Skills
Safe Driving
Strong Work Ethic
Self-motivation and discipline
Safe Driving Practices
Dependable and reliable
Equipment Operation
Flexible schedule availability
Forklift Operation
Safety and Emergency Equipment
Operating hydraulics
Timeline
Truck Driver
Wildcatters of Texas
11.2023 - Current
Operator
Swarco
03.2023 - 10.2023
Derrick Hand
Basin Drilling
10.2018 - 03.2023
Diploma -
Teague High School