Jason Schlapia
Creston
Summary
Drill rig operator with over 10 years of experience managing drilling operations, as well as heavy equipment operation and maintenance. Supervised crews of up to members while ensuring strict adherence to to safety protocols and project specifications. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex drilling issues and optimize site workflow. Expert in drilling, as well as operating excavators, dump trucks, and boom trucks to maintain project timelines.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Engineering Inspector
Garden & Associates
Creston, IA
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections of engineering projects to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
- Work with project teams to identify and resolve issues throughout construction phases.
- Used engineering plans and specifications to provide feedback on project design and potential challenges.
- Observed site conditions to ensure environment and safety standards are followed.
- Developed and implemented job improvements to ensure efficiency, to prevent project delays.
Drill Rig Operator
MJ Drilling
Iron Mountain, MI
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, as well as following safety protocols consistently.
- Inspected equipment to identify and prevent potential equipment issues.
- Performed routine checks on equipment, repaired equipment, and conducted maintenance to keep equipment operational.
- Measured drill depths, marked locations, and ensured drill was in proper position before start of drilling.
- Drilled holes to specific depth and width,as specified by project plans and safety protocols.
- Tracked drilling progress, adjusted speed and/or pressure as needed, and responded to equipment issues.
- Followed safety regulations, used proper personal protective equipment, and monitored for hazards to prevent accidents.
- Trained junior crew members on rig setup and site safety procedures.
Owner/Operator
JS Excavation
Creston, IA
03.2018 - 09.2021
- Managed daily business operations, ensuring smooth workflow and team alignment.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Developed relationships with local businesses to enhance trust and expand customer base, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Operated and maintained excavators and dump trucks, ensuring reliable performance in daily operations.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and operational delays.
- Implemented sustainable practices, reducing environmental impact.
Drilling Foreman
Longfellow Drilling
Clearfield, IA
12.2010 - 03.2018
- Supervised 8 to 15 drilling crew members
- Supervised drilling operations, ensuring safety and operational guidelines were followed.
- Delegated daily jobs to drill rig crew, optimizing workflow and resource allocation.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues and conducting maintenance procedures.
- Provided troubleshooting suggestions for complex drilling issues, preventing delays in project timelines.
- Provided feedback to drill rig crew members on job performance and safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Diagnonal High School
Diagonal, IA-Skills
- Drill Rigger
- Safety regulations
- Safety Compliance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Boom Truck Operator
- Dump Truck Operator
- Excavator Operator
- Utility Infrastructure Knowledge
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
- Excellent Communication
- Decision Making
- Reliable
- Hard Working
Timeline
Civil Engineering Inspector
Garden & Associates
03.2024 - Current
Drill Rig Operator
MJ Drilling
08.2021 - 01.2024
Owner/Operator
JS Excavation
03.2018 - 09.2021
Drilling Foreman
Longfellow Drilling
12.2010 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Diagnonal High School