Hunter Alford
Grayson,LA
Summary
Talented drilling supervisor with strong background in drilling operations. Driven and logical to plan ahead and mentor staff to ensure top performance and quality. Focused on prioritizing safety by enforcing protocols and monitoring employees at all times to eliminate incidents. Detail-oriented in proactively recognizing risks and providing effective solutions. Hardworking professional bringing several years' experience in physically-demanding field environments. Skilled in operating cranes, hoists and related equipment safely. Desire to take on challenging, growth-oriented position.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Driller
Nabors Drilling USA
Tulsa, OK
11.2021 - Current
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Monitored drill bit performance and adjusted accordingly for optimal results.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Consulted with engineers regarding design specifications for each project.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
- Developed strategies for dealing with difficult terrain or weather conditions while operating a drill rig.
Derrickhand
Latshaw Drilling
2020, OK
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Conducted daily maintenance and repair of derrick components, including winches, hoists, chains, and ropes.
- Tested mud pumps for proper functioning prior to drilling operations.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly secured during drilling activities.
- Monitored gauges on the rig floor to determine pressure levels within the wellbore.
- Checked alignment of drill pipes prior to lowering them into the wellbore.
- Repaired downhole tools as needed while performing maintenance on a derrick structure.
Derrickhand
Nabors Drilling USA
Tulsa, Oklahoma
06.2017 - 11.2020
- Inspected derrick structures to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted daily maintenance and repair of derrick components, including winches, hoists, chains, and ropes.
- Performed routine inspections of drill pipe before and after use.
- Assisted in the installation and removal of blowout preventers at well sites.
- Tested mud pumps for proper functioning prior to drilling operations.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly secured during drilling activities.
- Monitored gauges on the rig floor to determine pressure levels within the wellbore.
- Conducted regular visual inspections of structural components such as beams, braces, legs, and trusses.
Floorhand, Work Rig
Justiss Oil
Olla, Louisiana
03.2014 - 05.2017
- Performed maintenance and repairs on the rig floor equipment.
- Cleaned and maintained drilling tools, such as drill bits, mud pumps, and other related equipment.
- Monitored well operations to ensure safety regulations were followed.
- Assisted in rigging up and down of tools and equipment.
Education
Well Control
Tyler, TX09-2024
Well Control
Tyler, TX09-2022
High School Diploma -
YCP
Kingsville La. 05-2015
Skills
- [Type] product expert
- Borehole sampling
- GPS proficiency
- Pressure control
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Team supervision
- Emergency procedures
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safety trained
Timeline
Driller
Nabors Drilling USA
11.2021 - Current
Derrickhand
Latshaw Drilling
12.2020 - 11.2021
Derrickhand
Nabors Drilling USA
06.2017 - 11.2020
Floorhand, Work Rig
Justiss Oil
03.2014 - 05.2017
Well Control
Well Control
High School Diploma -
YCP