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James Austin

Athens,LA

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Derrickhand

Expand Energy
03.2023 - Current

Monitored and managed drilling fluid systems to support operational efficiency.

  • Maintained proper fluid levels in the mud pits, ensuring smooth operation throughout the drilling process.
  • Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties at regular intervals to report deviations.
  • Supported overall rig operations through monitoring pressure parameters, alerting drillers to potential concerns or hazards.
  • Used harnesses and platform climbing devices to position and align Type and Type elements.
  • Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.

Motorman

Independence Contract Drilling
04.2022 - 03.2023
  • Managed inventory of spare parts, tools, and consumables, avoiding unnecessary delays in operations due to lack of resources.
  • Enhanced drilling efficiency with regular inspections of motors, generators, and other related equipment.
  • Increased equipment lifespan by performing routine maintenance on drilling machinery and tools.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by adapting quickly to changing conditions or priorities while maintaining focus on key objectives throughout the duration of each project assigned.

Water Technician

South Claiborne Water System
06.2021 - 03.2022
  • Maintained accurate records of all work performed, ensuring proper documentation for audits or inspections when necessary.
  • Optimized system performance by monitoring and adjusting chemical levels in the water supply.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to maintain a safe working environment while performing various tasks in the field or plant operations.

Oilfield Floorhand

Independence Contract Drilling
06.2020 - 06.2021
  • Assisted in rigging up and rigging down procedures, ensuring a smooth transition between drilling sites.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by effectively collaborating with team members and supervisors for smooth operations.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas to improve overall rig efficiency and safety performance.
  • Enhanced drilling efficiency by maintaining and operating rig equipment in a safe and timely manner.

Oilfield Floorhand

Frontier Drilling
04.2019 - 06.2020
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas to improve overall rig efficiency and safety performance.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by effectively collaborating with team members and supervisors for smooth operations.
  • Enhanced drilling efficiency by maintaining and operating rig equipment in a safe and timely manner.
  • Assisted in rigging up and rigging down procedures, ensuring a smooth transition between drilling sites.

Derrickhand

Noram Drilling
04.2015 - 01.2019
  • Maintained proper fluid levels in the mud pits, ensuring smooth operation throughout the drilling process.
  • Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties at regular intervals to report deviations.
  • Supported overall rig operations through monitoring pressure parameters, alerting drillers to potential concerns or hazards.
  • Used harnesses and platform climbing devices to position and align Type and Type elements.
  • Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.

Education

High School Diploma -

Claiborne Academy
Homer, LA
05.1985

Timeline

Derrickhand

Expand Energy
03.2023 - Current

Motorman

Independence Contract Drilling
04.2022 - 03.2023

Water Technician

South Claiborne Water System
06.2021 - 03.2022

Oilfield Floorhand

Independence Contract Drilling
06.2020 - 06.2021

Oilfield Floorhand

Frontier Drilling
04.2019 - 06.2020

Derrickhand

Noram Drilling
04.2015 - 01.2019

High School Diploma -

Claiborne Academy
James Austin