Eric Barajas-Miramontes
Elko,NV
Summary
Knowledgeable Rig Manager bringing significant experience on rigs. Expert in maintaining rig safety and overseeing team operations. Keeps drilling efficient and fully compliant with company standards.
Resourceful Rig Supervisor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excel in operational planning, crew management, and safety compliance to ensure optimal performance on rig sites. Key soft skills include leadership, communication, and problem-solving which are utilized to oversee operations smoothly and respond effectively to onsite challenges.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drill rig supervisor
Alford drilling
Elko, Nevada
02.2022 - Current
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and regulations for staff, equipment and operations.
- Worked closely with exploration and engineer teams to develop innovative solutions for complex problems encountered during drilling operations.
- Investigated any accidents or incidents reported at the rig site and implemented corrective actions as necessary.
- Managed inventory levels of spare parts to minimize downtime due to equipment malfunctions.
- Developed strategies for improving drilling efficiency while minimizing costs.
- Created reports detailing progress made at the rig site each day.
- Ensured that all personnel were properly trained in emergency response procedures.
- Organized regular maintenance schedules for rigs, tools and other equipment.
- Conducted daily inspections of the rig site to identify potential risks or hazards.
- Supervised personnel Reverse circulation and Core , drillers, helpers.
- Maintained records of all materials used during drilling operations.
- Monitored all activities on the rig to ensure safe and efficient drilling operations.
- Communicated regularly with management regarding project status updates.
- Provided guidance to crew members regarding best practices when working with hazardous chemicals or materials.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper procedures for operating machinery safely.
- Coordinated with third-party service providers to ensure timely delivery of supplies and services.
- Ordered additional supplies as needed to meet changing demands at the job site.
- Resolved operational issues by troubleshooting mechanical problems on the rig.
- Assessed rig operations regularly to identify compliance or performance issues.
- Inspected and maintained equipment and associated parts to prevent advanced safety or performance issues.
- Managed personnel and activities to set up rigs for efficient, safe operations.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Set up and took down drilling rig and equipment.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Driller /Supervisor
Envirotech drilling
Winnemucca, Nevada
05.2015 - 01.2022
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
- Calculated loads necessary for lifting heavy objects onto or off the rig platform safely.
- Communicated effectively with customers throughout the duration of each job.
- Inspected mud tanks and other components of the rig floor to identify any potential problems or hazards.
- Developed strategies for dealing with difficult terrain or weather conditions while operating a drill rig.
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
- Provided technical advice when needed regarding appropriate tools and techniques used in drilling operations.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Monitored drill bit performance and adjusted accordingly for optimal results.
- Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of the drilling process.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
- Conducted regular inspections of drill pipe threads and connections to maintain quality standards.
- Analyzed soil samples taken from the drill hole in order to determine geology information about the area being drilled into.
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
- Managed rig move and drilling operations.
- Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
- Supervised all day drilling operations and provided troubleshooting expertise.
- Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
- Checked drilling activities for compliance with HSE requirements, work instructions and procedures.
- Designed protocols for rig moving operations with focus on minimizing accident risks and equipment downtime.
Driller
Boart Longyear
Elko, Nv
01.2010 - 05.2015
- Provided technical advice when needed regarding appropriate tools and techniques used in drilling operations.
- Set up rigs for various types of drills including directional, horizontal and vertical wells.
- Adhered strictly to company policies pertaining to health and safety regulations.
- Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of the drilling process.
- Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
- Conducted regular inspections of drill pipe threads and connections to maintain quality standards.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Developed strategies for dealing with difficult terrain or weather conditions while operating a drill rig.
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Monitored drill bit performance and adjusted accordingly for optimal results.
- Communicated effectively with customers throughout the duration of each job.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Supervised and documented drilling operations.
- Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
- Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
- Operated controls to stabilize machines and position and align drills.
- Supervised all day drilling operations and provided troubleshooting expertise.
- Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase.
- Trained crews on drill work procedures and safety.
Driller
Ecklund Drilling
Elko, Nv
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Conducted regular inspections of drill pipe threads and connections to maintain quality standards.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Monitored drill bit performance and adjusted accordingly for optimal results.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
- Inspected mud tanks and other components of the rig floor to identify any potential problems or hazards.
- Analyzed soil samples taken from the drill hole in order to determine geology information about the area being drilled into.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of the drilling process.
- Developed strategies for dealing with difficult terrain or weather conditions while operating a drill rig.
- Adhered strictly to company policies pertaining to health and safety regulations.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
- Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
- Set up rigs for various types of drills including directional, horizontal and vertical wells.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
- Provided technical advice when needed regarding appropriate tools and techniques used in drilling operations.
- Communicated effectively with customers throughout the duration of each job.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
- Supervised and documented drilling operations.
- Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
- Managed rig move and drilling operations.
- Supervised all day drilling operations and provided troubleshooting expertise.
- Designed protocols for rig moving operations with focus on minimizing accident risks and equipment downtime.
- Maintained adequate quantities of supplies and spare parts for drilling operations.
- Operated controls to stabilize machines and position and align drills.
- Provided quotations, managed equipment and supervised project components.
- Counted sections of drill rod to determine depths of boreholes.
- Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase.
- Observed pressure gauge and moved throttles and levers to control speed of rotary tables and regulate pressure of tools at bottoms of boreholes.
- Installed monitoring wells, piezometers and inclinometers to support rig operations.
- Trained crews on drill work procedures and safety.
Education
Eric Barajas-Miramontes
Reno, NVSkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Rig operations
- Inventory management
Equipment operator
- Incident investigation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Training implementation
- Performance monitoring
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- MSHA
- First aid
- CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Drill rig supervisor
Alford drilling
02.2022 - Current
Driller /Supervisor
Envirotech drilling
05.2015 - 01.2022
Driller
Boart Longyear
01.2010 - 05.2015
Driller
Ecklund Drilling
01.2001 - 01.2010
Eric Barajas-Miramontes