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JAVIER ACUNA JR.

Alice,Tx

Summary

Skilled Driller with extensive experience in crew management on day drilling and night drilling shifts. Motivated and forward-thinking with an aptitude in coaching and guiding employees. Safety-oriented with a commitment to zero incidents through proper training and supervision. Innovative and detailed to quickly identify risks and develop solutions. Safety-focused Driller with 8 years of leadership experience. Committed to worker efficiency and comprehensive training with knowledge of preventive maintenance and streamlining procedures. Adept at meeting long-term goals through day-to-day efficiency. Effective at managing team drilling operations. Knowledgeable about observing crews, identifying problems and decisively implementing proactive solutions. Trained in all facets of production, business requirements and regulatory standards.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

DRILLER

NABORS DRILLING
08.2022 - Current
  • Monitored drilling operations and machines.
  • Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
  • Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
  • Provided expertise to support day drilling operations.
  • Trained and supervised all site personnel.
  • Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
  • Managed project components such as rig operations, providing quotations, equipment management, and HSE compliance.
  • Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
  • Constructed drilling pads, planned rig moves and conducted project audits.
  • Managed and completed well modification and stimulation programs, bolstering oil and gas recovery.
  • Led, coached and directed tool pushers and drillers in daily drilling program operations
  • Managed rig sub-contractors to maintain safe and efficient operations of rig equipment.
  • Led, managed and supervised drilling contractors and service company personnel in daily drilling operations, well construction and well test operations.
  • Completed field reports and boring logs on daily basis and discussed issues with site supervisor.
  • Maintained machinery, tools and vehicles in good working order to prevent unnecessary operational delays.
  • Followed established business practices, regulatory requirements and job safety protocols.

FIELD HAND

NABORS DRILLING
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • I currently work on a drilling rig
  • Responsibilities include moving trip pipes in and out of the holes, working on mud pumps by changing out liners, swabs, and seats
  • I must also redress valves, operate forklifts to load and unload drill pipes, and utilize manlifts to get to the derrick.
  • Listened carefully to supervisors to understand directions and then carried out all work responsibilities efficiently.
  • Attended all safety meetings and utilized techniques learned to avoid mishaps on job.
  • Performed manual operating and maintenance duties in compliance with company quality standards.

QUALITY CONTROL FOREMAN

DIXIE IRON WORKS
02.2017 - 01.2022
  • I was responsible for overseeing the other inspectors
  • I made sure we met our daily production schedules to ensure orders would make it out in time
  • Would meet with customers, vendors, and leaders within the company to solve issues with parts not meeting required specifications
  • Made frequent visits to lenders to solve any issues.

TESTER

RED DIRT RENTALS
03.2016 - 02.2017
  • Was a Test Operator tested BOPs, Manifolds, Wireline Lubricators and Production Trees.

QUALITY CONTROL FOREMAN

DIXIE IRON WORKS
02.2008 - 03.2016
  • I was responsible for overseeing the other inspectors
  • I made sure we met our daily production schedules to ensure orders would make it out in time
  • Would meet with customers, vendors, and leaders within the company to solve issues with parts not meeting required specifications
  • Made frequent visits to lenders to solve any issues.

Q.C. INSPECTOR/NDE INSPECTOR

DIXIE IRON WORKS
05.2006 - 02.2008
  • I learned how to use Micrometers, such as O.D
  • Mics, I.D
  • Mics., Depth Mics., Groove Mics, Faro Arm, and Thread Gauges
  • After a year, I became a Level 2 NDE inspector in the fields of Visual Inspection, Wall Thickness UT, Liquid Dye Penetrant, Mag Particle Inspection, and Ultrasonic Inspection, for which I have my certifications in.

WELDERS HELPER

DIXIE IRON WORKS
04.2005 - 05.2006
  • I began as a helper for 90 days then began to weld small components that went to our Frac Pumps.

Skills

  • Communication - I have developed communication skills as a result of working with numerous amounts of colleagues, customers, and vendors
  • Leadership - Being a quality control foreman has equipped me to work well as a leader and within a team
  • Safety Trained
  • Team Supervision
  • Equipment Maintenance and Operation
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Equipment Maintenance and Repair
  • Equipment Monitoring
  • Gauge Monitoring
  • Field Reporting
  • Project Management
  • Safety Management

References

David Ortiz, 361-816-3250 Casey Garcia, 361-227-2364 Preston Huey, 361-562-5120 Mario Herrera, 361-494-7756

Timeline

DRILLER

NABORS DRILLING
08.2022 - Current

FIELD HAND

NABORS DRILLING
01.2022 - 08.2022

QUALITY CONTROL FOREMAN

DIXIE IRON WORKS
02.2017 - 01.2022

TESTER

RED DIRT RENTALS
03.2016 - 02.2017

QUALITY CONTROL FOREMAN

DIXIE IRON WORKS
02.2008 - 03.2016

Q.C. INSPECTOR/NDE INSPECTOR

DIXIE IRON WORKS
05.2006 - 02.2008

WELDERS HELPER

DIXIE IRON WORKS
04.2005 - 05.2006
JAVIER ACUNA JR.