James Payne
Willows,CA
Summary
Skilled worker with years of drilling industry experience. Well-versed in soil drilling and using equipment to complete tasks. Detail-oriented and methodical worker with excellent problem-solving skills. Eager to apply talents to dynamic new position.
Resourceful Driller's Helper known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in rig operation, machinery maintenance, and safety protocol adherence. Excel in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving to enhance operational efficiency and workplace safety. Committed to continuous learning and improvement in drilling operations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Driller's Helper
Harris exploration
Fallon, Nevada
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
- Documented daily pre-shift inspections and completed post-shift paperwork, informing supervisors of important concerns.
- Communicated with driller onsite regarding progress of drilling operations.
- Operated mud pumps to maintain circulation during drilling operations.
- Repaired minor damages on drilling machines while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
Floor Hand
Nabors Drilling
Williston, North Dakota
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Operated machinery and equipment to complete production processes.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing minor mechanical problems on the rig.
- Provided assistance to other crew members during emergency situations as needed.
- Cleaned and prepared sites for drilling operations and post-operation clean-up.
- Operated and maintained drilling rig diesel motors, transmissions, pumps, and drilling mud systems.
- Mixed, weighed or measured and monitored shaker and mud tank operations.
- Operated tongs to make up or break out drill pipe connections.
- Mixed and tested drilling fluids, chemicals, and grouts.
- Performed maintenance and repair of drilling equipment, including pumps, valves, motors, and other components.
- Monitored drilling operations and reported any issues to the Driller.
Floor Hand
Lane Christensen
Fort Myers, Florida
03.2009 - 08.2012
- Operated machinery and equipment to complete production processes.
- Cleaned and prepared sites for drilling operations and post-operation clean-up.
- Participated in rig mobilization and demobilization processes, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
- Operated and maintained drilling rig diesel motors, transmissions, pumps, and drilling mud systems.
- Delivered necessary materials, tools and supplies to production workers to streamline workplace efficiency.
- Assisted in the alignment and positioning of drilling machinery.
- Mixed, weighed or measured and monitored shaker and mud tank operations.
- Operated tongs to make up or break out drill pipe connections.
Floor Hand
Youngquest brothers Inc.
Fort Myers
07.2000 - 10.2007
- Operated machinery and equipment to complete production processes.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing minor mechanical problems on the rig.
- Cleaned and prepared sites for drilling operations and post-operation clean-up.
- Participated in rig mobilization and demobilization processes, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
- Operated and maintained drilling rig diesel motors, transmissions, pumps, and drilling mud systems.
- Delivered necessary materials, tools and supplies to production workers to streamline workplace efficiency.
Skills
- Horizontal directional drilling
- Managed pressure drilling
- Well control
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Directional drilling
- Top drive operations
- Drill floor safety
- Emergency procedures
- Safety compliance
- Backhoe operation
- Core drilling
- Bottom hole assembly design
Timeline
Driller's Helper
Harris exploration
03.2023 - 02.2024
Floor Hand
Nabors Drilling
01.2012 - 01.2013
Floor Hand
Lane Christensen
03.2009 - 08.2012
Floor Hand
Youngquest brothers Inc.
07.2000 - 10.2007