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Don Mucker

Pearland,Tx

Summary

Seeking opportunities within a dynamic organization to advance skills within the offshore industry. To be an asset to apply current qualifications and operational skills, while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CYBER BASE Assistant Driller

Prime Ocean Stena Evolution/ Seadrill West Auriga
10.2023 - Current
  • Assist driller in safe drilling of each well according to well program.
  • Measure and record all critical dimensions of downhole assemblies.
  • Make up downhole assemblies and rack back in derrick.
  • Calculate kill sheets and space outs during daily drilling operations.
  • Make up and layout stands of drill pipe with Hydra racker in derrick.
  • Making up and breaking out connection with Hydra Tong from cyber base.
  • Perform pressure testing of TIW and IBOP on test stump for BOP pressure testing.
  • Adjust fingerboard in derrick to rack back casing and liner.
  • Perform weekly derrick inspections.
  • Supervise derrickman and floor hands during daily operations to execute task. Perform daily checklist of all well control equipmen
  • Responsible for execution of first line maintenance for all of drilling equipment according to company procedures.
  • Carry out basic well control duties applicable for position.
  • Prepares and makes ready all tubular, handling gear and any equipment associated with forthcoming well operations.
  • Actively participate in safety, departmental, pre-tour, client meetings, etc.
  • Ensure that approved rig operating procedures are adhered to at all times.
  • Report all unsafe activities, situations, and potential hazards to supervisor.
  • Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure competency to work in their current job positions and where appropriate coached and prepared for next position.
  • Perform all emergency duties as per designation on station bill.
  • Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance on drilling equipment and promptly addressing malfunctions.
  • Enhanced drilling efficiency by implementing proper drilling techniques and maintaining equipment.
  • NOVOS and MMC Training obtained.
  • Increased safety awareness through conducting thorough pre-job safety meetings and consistently adhering to company protocols.
  • Assisted in the successful completion of drilling projects by effectively collaborating with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
  • Maintained accurate drilling records, ensuring timely submission of reports for analysis and decision-making purposes.
  • Operated drill floor equipment, contributing to the smooth running of drilling operations.
  • Trained new crew members on proper drilling techniques, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
  • Managed inventory levels of drilling tools and materials, minimizing delays due to lack of resources.
  • Adhered to environmental regulations by keeping up-to-date with guidelines and implementing best practices during drilling operations.
  • Supported well control activities by quickly identifying potential issues and taking appropriate action to resolve them.
  • Contributed to increased operational efficiency by providing valuable input during planning meetings and suggesting improvements where necessary.
  • Optimized drill string configurations for maximum performance while maintaining safety standards at all times.
  • Ensured high-quality services delivered to clients through consistent adherence to company policies, procedures, and industry best practices.
  • Participated in rig-up/rig-down processes, facilitating efficient transitions between different project phases or locations.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between departments, enabling seamless coordination of efforts throughout entire operation lifecycle.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections on equipment, eliminating potential hazards before they could cause accidents or downtime.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting complex problems encountered during drilling operations leading to faster resolution times.
  • Kept abreast of industry advancements, continuously updating skills and knowledge to stay ahead in the competitive drilling market.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork and cooperation by actively participating in team-building activities and fostering positive relationships with colleagues.
  • Monitored drilling operations and machines.
  • Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.

Cyberbase Assistant Driller Aux

Transocean Deepwater Drilling Deepwater Titan
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced drilling efficiency by implementing proper drilling techniques and maintaining equipment.
  • Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance on drilling equipment and promptly addressing malfunctions.
  • Increased safety awareness through conducting thorough pre-job safety meetings and consistently adhering to company protocols.
  • Assisted in the successful completion of drilling projects by effectively collaborating with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
  • Assist driller in safe drilling of each well according to well program.
  • Measure and record all critical dimensions of downhole assemblies.
  • Make up downhole assemblies and rack back in derrick.
  • Calculate kill sheets and space outs during daily drilling operations.
  • Make up and layout stands of drill pipe with Hydra racker in derrick.
  • Making up and breaking out connection with Hydra Tong from cyber base.
  • Perform pressure testing of TIW and IBOP on test stump for BOP pressure testing.
  • Adjust fingerboard in derrick to rack back casing and liner.
  • Perform weekly derrick inspections.
  • Supervise derrickman and floor hands during daily operations to execute task. Perform daily checklist of all well control equipmen
  • Responsible for execution of first line maintenance for all of drilling equipment according to company procedures.
  • Carry out basic well control duties applicable for position.
  • Prepares and makes ready all tubular, handling gear and any equipment associated with forthcoming well operations.
  • Actively participate in safety, departmental, pre-tour, client meetings, etc.
  • Ensure that approved rig operating procedures are adhered to at all times.
  • Report all unsafe activities, situations, and potential hazards to supervisor.
  • Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure competency to work in their current job positions and where appropriate coached and prepared for next position.
  • Perform all emergency duties as per designation on station bill.


Cyber Base Assistant Driller/ Aux Driller

Noble Drilling International Clyde Boudreaux
08.2013 - 05.2022
  • Assist driller in safe drilling of each well according to well program.
  • Trip in and out of hole with stands of drill pipe on TDX 1000 and TDS 1250
  • Measure and record all critical dimensions of downhole equipment to be run in well.
  • Calculate kill sheets and space outs during daily drilling operations.
  • Racking back and retrieving stands of drill pipe with PRS4 and PRS6 in derrick.
  • Making up and breaking out connection with AR5000 iron roughneck from cyber base
  • Making up stands of drill pipe offline with PRS6, ST160 and PCWM from cyber chair.
  • Submit time breakdown on Noble NDOR reporting system to generate IADC report.
  • Perform weekly derrick inspections.
  • Perform BOP maintenance as required for end of well maintenance.
  • Supervise derrickman and floor hands during daily operations to execute task. Perform daily checklist of all well control equipmen
  • Responsible for execution of first line maintenance for all of drilling equipment according to company PM procedures.
  • Carry out basic well control duties applicable for position.
  • Prepares and makes ready all tubular, handling gear and any equipment associated with forthcoming well operations.
  • Actively participate in safety, departmental, pre-tour, client meetings, etc.
  • Ensure that approved rig operating procedures are adhered to at all times.
  • Report all unsafe activities, situations, and potential hazards to supervisor.
  • Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure competency to work in their current job positions and where appropriate coached and prepared for next position.
  • Perform all emergency duties as per designation on station bill.

Derrickman

Noble Drilling Driller: Gulf of Mexico
07.2011 - 05.2013
  • Monitor all mud pumps, transfers pumps and valves related to the pressure mud system in the pump room.
  • Work closely with the Driller and Assistant Driller, reporting any problems or unexpected variations in the drilling fluid, mud properties and pit level.
  • Safely operate forklift.Maintaining /monitoring the mud pumps and mud pits during operations.
  • Notifying the Driller immediately of any unexplained pit level increases/decreases.
  • Verify and record drilling fluid properties at regular intervals and report any deviation from operational requirements to the Driller.
  • Inform immediate supervisor immediately of any unexplained pit level increases/decrease.
  • Mix and treat drilling fluid as per instruction.

Floorhand

Noble Drilling Driller: Gulf of Mexico
05.2010 - 07.2011
  • Frontier Drilling (Acquired by Noble) Driller: Gulf of Mexico.

Roustabout

Frontier Drilling Driller: Gulf of Mexico
2009 - 2010


Roustabout

Pride International Pride Kansas: Gulf of Mexico
2007 - 2009

Education

High School Diploma -

Forest Brook High School
Houston, Texas
1990

Completed Wells

TransOcean Deepwater Titan: Chevron (2023) Mochima

TransOcean Deepwater Proteus:  Shell (2022-2023) IE001,Powernap, Corazon

Noble Clyde Boudreaux: Premier Indonesia (2020-2021) SL- 2, KL-2

PTTEP Myanmar, Southeast Asia (2018-2020)

Zawatica,20A,21A,22,23,24,25,26,27,Pyae Wa Chanthar1-M11, DLM

Noble Sam Hartley Total Brunei ,Southeast Asia (2016-2018)
MLJ1, MLJ2,MLJ3,MLJ4,MLJ5,MLJ6
Noble Clyde Boudreaux Australia Shell Prelude( 2014-2016) :
P1,P3,P4,P5,P6,P7,P8
Noble Driller Gulf of Mexico Shell (2009-2014):
TahoeA1,TahoeA3,Ragone3,Glider5,Macaroni,Habernero,Trioka,Knight,Angus, Manatee

Certification

IWCF level 3 NOBLE,JU3000 CYBERCHAIRFUNDAMENTALS,NOBLE NSS CYBERCHAIR FUNDAMENTALS,Basic offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (OPITO),BOSIET 5700 (OPITO),FALL PROTECTION & WORKING AT HEIGHT,Confined Space Rescue,IMIST,OFFSHORE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM MEMBER,1 DAY RIGGER SAFETY TRAINING,ELEMENTARY FIRST AID,BOP HANDLING FORKLIFT CRANE OPERATOR,OFFSHORE RIGGER-SLINGER-BANKSMAN,OFFSHORE RIGGER/LEAD RIGGER
CONFINED SPACE ENTRANT AND ATTENDANT
PASSPORT

Timeline

CYBER BASE Assistant Driller

Prime Ocean Stena Evolution/ Seadrill West Auriga
10.2023 - Current

Cyberbase Assistant Driller Aux

Transocean Deepwater Drilling Deepwater Titan
07.2022 - 09.2023

Cyber Base Assistant Driller/ Aux Driller

Noble Drilling International Clyde Boudreaux
08.2013 - 05.2022

Derrickman

Noble Drilling Driller: Gulf of Mexico
07.2011 - 05.2013

Floorhand

Noble Drilling Driller: Gulf of Mexico
05.2010 - 07.2011

Roustabout

Frontier Drilling Driller: Gulf of Mexico
2009 - 2010

Roustabout

Pride International Pride Kansas: Gulf of Mexico
2007 - 2009

High School Diploma -

Forest Brook High School
Don Mucker