Jacob O'Neal
Vernon,TX
Summary
Proven leader at Patterson-UTI, adept in safety management and emergency response planning, enhanced safety performance significantly while ensuring project completion within budget. Excelled in fostering multicultural team integration and crew supervision, demonstrating exceptional decision-making and problem-solving skills. Achieved a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, leading to increased efficiency and incident-free operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Rig Manager
Patterson-UTI
09.2010 - Current
- Increased safety performance by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
- Managed rig operations, production, maintenance and costs to meet business objectives.
- Conducted regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement appropriate mitigation strategies in rig operations.
- Coordinated with clients and stakeholders to ensure clear communication, aligning expectations, and maintaining strong working relationships.
- Oversaw procurement of materials and equipment required for drilling operations while managing inventory levels effectively.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Anticipated, troubleshot and resolved operational and equipment issues to minimize rig downtime.
- Supervised, directed and trained drilling rig crew to comply with safety and operational procedures.
- Used basic management concepts and principles to delegate, motivate and discipline staff.
- Boosted productivity with precise scheduling that accounted for all aspects of the drilling process from start to finish.
- Addressed and resolved team members and customer concerns and disputes to build cohesive workgroup.
- Maintained accurate documentation of daily activities, progress reports, incident logs, and regulatory requirements as per industry standards.
- Improved overall crew efficiency by providing ongoing training sessions tailored to individual skill sets.
- Mentored junior staff members in rig operations, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Established emergency response plans for critical situations on the rig site, ensuring prompt action in times of crisis.
- Led and promoted safety in personnel performance with goal of working incident-free.
- Managed multidisciplinary teams for efficient execution of drilling projects, achieving timely completion within budget constraints.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northside ISD
Vernon, TX05.1998
Skills
- Computer and Software Literacy
- Decision Making and Problem Solving
- Safety Management
- Emergency Response Planning
- Crew Supervision
- Personnel Training
- Hazard Identification and Mitigation
- Multicultural Team Integration
- Safety and Compliance Oversight
- Inventory and Supply Chain Management
- Well Control Expertise
- Oilfield Production Knowledge
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Rig Manager
Patterson-UTI
09.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
Northside ISD