Jonathan Dingess
Logan,WV
Summary
Seasoned Air Technician and Derrickhand with a proven track record at Patterson-UTI, adept in rig and derrick maintenance, and emergency response. Demonstrates exceptional heavy equipment operation and leadership skills, ensuring safety and efficiency. Achieved significant improvements in equipment performance and maintenance protocol adherence, enhancing operational safety and productivity.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Air Technician
Great Plains Oilfield Rental
Washington, Ohio
02.2020 - Current
- Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts required for regular maintenance activities.
- Completed basic repairs such as changing belts, servicing fans and motors and cleaning coils, strainers and filters to optimize equipment performance.
- Coordinated with contractors and construction teams on new installations and major repair projects.
- Tested pipe, tubing joints, and connections for leaks.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Replaced faulty parts with approved replacements according to manufacturer's specifications.
Derrickhand
Patterson-UTI
Saint Clairsville, OH
04.2008 - 01.2020
- Provided emergency assistance during spills, fires or other accidents.
- Worked on job sites and assigned locations, installing and repairing pipes, valves and pumps.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on machinery to identify any potential issues or problems.
- Disassembled parts of rigs when needed for repairs or replacement purposes.
- Participated in company safety meetings to learn different ways to alleviate accidents.
- Assisted in the installation of pipelines, tanks, separators and other components onsite.
- Handled various manual operating and maintenance tasks as directed by company's policies and standards.
- Inspected safety equipment to ensure proper operation and functionality.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during drilling operations.
- Monitored gauges regularly for pressure levels to make sure everything is functioning correctly.
- Monitored roustabout workers and trained on safety and company standards.
- Safely operated forklift and aerial lift to move machinery around floor.
- Repaired minor mechanical failures with power tools such as grinders, saws and drills.
- Removed and interested drill string from wellbores.
- Connected sections of piping together with couplings and threaded joints.
- Inspected equipment before and after use to increase longevity and maximize safety.
- Maintained work area cleanliness by disposing of waste material properly according to regulations.
- Cleaned and inspected rig and drilling equipment and implemented practices to prevent equipment rust or corrosion.
- Secured drill pipe connections with wrenches and tongs for safe drilling operations.
- Cleaned out tanks containing sludge or mud residue from previous drilling projects.
- Assisted on drill floor for piping, rigging and casing.
- Dismantled equipment to and cleaned or performed regular maintenance.
- Calibrated machines used in drilling processes ensuring precision accuracy when operating them.
- Operated and maintained oilfield equipment such as pumps, valves, swivels and tongs.
- Filled out job or shift report forms for supervisors.
- Participated in training sessions related to safe working practices at rig sites.
- Transported equipment from one job site to another.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tug Valley
Williamson, WV05-2007
Skills
- Rig maintenance proficiency
- Heavy equipment operation
- Pressure washing
- Pressure control
- Physical strength and stamina
- Threaded connection experience
- Derrick maintenance
- First aid and CPR certification
- Drilling operations expertise
- Slip and elevator handling
- Fall protection
- Hand tool proficiency
- Well control techniques
- Wireline operations
- Emergency response training
- Hazardous materials handling
- Oilfield safety protocols
- Hydraulic systems
- Man lift safety
- [Type] tool use
- Environmental compliance awareness
- Confined space entry
- Filter replacement
Timeline
Air Technician
Great Plains Oilfield Rental
02.2020 - Current
Derrickhand
Patterson-UTI
04.2008 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Tug Valley
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