Destry Hesskew
Midland
Summary
Dynamic Technical Manager with a proven track record at Valence Drilling Fluids LLC, excelling in logistics management and regulatory compliance. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency and customer service, achieving above industry standards. Expertise in fluid systems and project coordination drives successful drilling operations across multiple formations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Manager
Valence Drilling Fluids LLC
Midland
11.2021 - Current
- Supervised field engineers throughout drilling operations, ensuring effective reporting and logistics management.
- Collaborated with drilling team to enhance product formulations for optimal cost efficiency.
- Reviewed project documentation to guarantee adherence to industry regulations and standards.
- Achieved above industry standards in availability and customer service for clients.
Drilling Fluids Engineer
Pierce Fluids Consulting LLC
Midland
05.2018 - 02.2021
- Demonstrated expertise in fluid systems, including OBM, Cal Carb WBM, and polymer mud systems.
Executed drilling operations in Sprayberry, Bone Springs, Wolfcamp, Barnett, and Woodford formations.
Conducted drilling of all wells within Delaware and Midland Basins.
Utilized MPD systems for drilling Barnett wells to enhance operational efficiency.
Rig Employee
Nabors Drilling USA
Odessa
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Acquired expertise in on-site drilling procedures and safety measures for well locations.
- Advanced to Derrick-hand position to enhance knowledge of drilling fluid systems.
- Developed understanding of various drilling practices through hands-on experience.
Education
DFE Tech Professional Mud School
Tyler, TX02-2018
Bachelor of Science -
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA05-2014
Skills
- Logistics management
- Regulatory compliance
- Drilling operations
- Fluid systems
- Operational efficiency
- Project coordination
Certification
- DFE Tech Tyler Texas
- Certified Drilling Fluids Engineer with 14+ years Experience.
- Completed Mud School Course to engineer mud on any rig anywhere in the world. Proficient in full fluids analysis including HTHP and MBT
- Experienced in proper product/chemical use and contaminate treatment. Maintained (A) average. Salutatorian
- Certified Navy Aircraft Mechanic
- Completed AME A School in Pensacola Florida Maintained (A) average. Salutatorian
- As a E-5 supervised 10 –15 people in Air Craft Repair. Certified QA Inspector
- Certified Aviation Warfare Specialist
- Certified Underground Utility Locator
- Completed USIC Utility Locator Course Maintained (A) Average
References
- Travis, Torres, Diamondback Field Supervisor, 409-454-6543
- Matt, Martin, Diamondback Field Supervisor, 903-840-8932
- Russel, Radke, Horizon Field Manager, 325-242-3712
- Michael, Rowden, DFE Tech Director, 903-343-1278
- Terry, Robertson, DFE Instructor and Senior Mud Engineer, 936-577-7863
- Tyson, Drummond, Navy, 904-655-0685
- Scott, Goodblanket, AES Drilling Fluids, 432-230-6383
- Mike, Harrison, AES Drilling Fluids Supervisor, 432-530-5074
Timeline
Technical Manager
Valence Drilling Fluids LLC
11.2021 - Current
Drilling Fluids Engineer
Pierce Fluids Consulting LLC
05.2018 - 02.2021
Rig Employee
Nabors Drilling USA
03.2017 - 01.2018
DFE Tech Professional Mud School
Bachelor of Science -
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
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