Gage Welborn
Laurel,MS
Summary
Hardworking, detail-oriented derrickhand with three years of experience and three years experience as a floorhand. Dependable, self-motivated individual proficient in derrickhand and floorhand job duties and safety precautions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Derrickhand
Lee And Lee Services
06.2021 - 03.2024
- 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 workover rigs by checking fluids, hydraulic and transmission levels.
- Improved communication between floorhands and drillers by acting as a reliable liaison during critical operations.
- 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.
- Used harnesses and platform climbing devices to position and align pipe elements.
- Performed housekeeping on rig floor by cleaning equipment and removing debris from rig stairs.
- Used hydraulic clamps to tighten and loosen sections of piping.
- Collaborated closely with other departments on site, promoting a cohesive working environment during drilling projects.
- Lubricated components to minimize downtime and risk of wear, tear and breakage.
- Used correct harnesses and devices to position and align derrick elements.
- Assisted with derrick assembly and disassembly.
Floorhand, Work Rig
Lee And Lee Services
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Fostered positive working relationships with team members that encouraged collaboration towards achieving project goals.
- Supported successful well completions by assembling and disassembling downhole tools and equipment.
- Improved crew communication by effectively collaborating with team members during high-pressure situations.
- Maintained optimal rig performance through effective troubleshooting of machinery malfunctions or issues.
- Coordinated with derrick hands to ensure secure hoisting of pipes during drilling operations for increased safety measures.
- Assisted in the safe operation of the work rig through adherence to safety protocols and procedures.
- Contributed to efficient drilling progress by maintaining clean and organized work areas on the rig floor.
- Streamlined deck operations by coordinating material handling tasks such as loading supplies onto the rig floor using cranes or hoists.
- Increased efficiency in tool preparation by cleaning, inspecting, and organizing equipment before each use on the rig floor.
- Complied with company guidelines and industry regulations to maintain a safe and efficient work environment on the rig floor.
- Carried out general manual labor activities to aid site productivity.
- Loaded, unloaded and stored supplies and materials in secure, orderly systems.
- Maintained clean, organized, hazard-free work areas for optimized site safety.
- Executed daily operations quickly and accurately, achieving productivity targets.
- Adhered to operational safety and regulatory requirements by maintaining clean and hazard-free work space.
- Notified supervisor to escalate issues needing further investigation or study.
Education
No Degree -
West Jones High School
Laurel, MS05.2014
Skills
- Fall Protection Awareness
- Wire Rope Inspection
- Firefighting Equipment Use
- Risk Assessment Capabilities
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety Regulations
- Iron Roughneck Operation
- Oilfield terminology understanding
- Tubing elevator operation
- Safety trained
- Pipe handling proficiency
- Operational Reporting
- Derrick maintenance
Timeline
Derrickhand
Lee And Lee Services
06.2021 - 03.2024
Floorhand, Work Rig
Lee And Lee Services
06.2018 - 06.2021
No Degree -
West Jones High School
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