James Matthew Bobby Street
Summary
Hardworking derrickhand with several years of success in high-stakes settings. Knowledgeable with equipment operations and relevant regulations. Conscientious and respectful with dedication to supporting new employees in learning processes and procedures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Derrickhand
W.T. Drilling
Natchez, Mississippi
11.2016 - 02.2026
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure safe and efficient drilling operations.
- Oversaw mud circulation system to enhance drilling performance.
- Monitored drilling parameters and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Trained new team members on rig operations and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with the drilling team to optimize workflow during operations.
- Monitored mud pump manifolds and guided pipes to drill holes.
- Assisted in rig maintenance and inspections to uphold safety standards.
- Assisted with pipe tallying, rigging up and pipe handling processes.
- Inspected fall arrest systems, harnesses, derricks and hoisting components for safety.
- Conducted routine checks on tools and equipment for functionality.
- Monitored gauges on the rig floor to determine pressure levels within the wellbore.
- Performed routine repairs and preventive maintenance on rigs and circulation machinery.
- Mixed drilling fluids and handled hazardous chemicals.
- Assisted in the installation and removal of blowout preventers at well sites.
- Documented drilling, maintained records and submitted status and result reports.
- Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures.
- Communicated regularly with other members of the crew regarding progress on tasks related to derrick work.
- Listened to operating drills, confirmed normal vibrations and collected material samples from hole to monitor output.
- Mastered complete derrick design, managed derrick operation and read and tracked console readings.
- Actuated controls to stabilize machines and to position and align drills.
Education
Wayne County High School
Waynesboro, MSSome College (No Degree) - Welding
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MSSkills
- Drilling operations
- Mud circulation management
- Blowout prevention systems
- Rig maintenance
- Rig inspection
- Safety compliance
- Safety protocols
- Welding operations
- Structural welding
- Joint preparation
- Pipe handling
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Teamwork and communication
Timeline
Derrickhand
W.T. Drilling
11.2016 - 02.2026
Wayne County High School
Some College (No Degree) - Welding
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College