Jorge Ramirez
Silverdale
Summary
Results-driven directional drill locator with expertise in problem solving, safety protocols, and borehole placement. Proven ability to enhance drilling efficiency and safety through effective teamwork and precise site surveys. Recognized for strong communication and leadership skills, consistently improving operational efficiency and ensuring safety in drilling procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Directional Drill Locator
JMH Engineering & Construction
Long Beach
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted site surveys to determine optimal drill locations, enhancing project accuracy.
- Operated directional drills, ensuring precise borehole placement in alignment with engineering plans.
- Located underground utilities prior to initiating drilling activities.
- Maintained detailed records of drilling activities, tracking depths, samples, and results to support project documentation.
- Provided guidance on safe operating practices during drilling operations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed strategies to mitigate risks from subsurface conditions encountered during drilling.
- Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures for efficiency.
Directional Drilling Foreman
Southwest Directional
Norco
01.2019 - 05.2025
- Trained team members on operational procedures and safety protocols to enhance compliance and safety.
- Monitored drilling progress and adjusted plans as necessary.
- Collaborated with project managers to meet timeline requirements.
- Conducted pre-job safety meetings to address potential hazards.
- Reviewed project scope ahead of installation to understand customer expectations and important details.
- Investigated drilling operation issues and developed effective solutions to minimize downtime.
- Developed plans for wellbore trajectory, hole depth, and other aspects of directional drilling jobs.
- Coordinated with contractors on project requirements and timelines.
- Assisted field crews with technical guidance during operations.
- Read prints, plans and bore logs to correctly target drilling operations.
- Operated Vermeer and Ditch Witch equipment along with various site vehicles.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gladstone High School
Covina, CA06.2004
Skills
- Directional drilling
- Utility locating
- Safety protocols and PPE use
- Quality assurance
- Problem solving and troubleshooting
- Time management and dispatching
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
Certification
class A license
Timeline
Directional Drill Locator
JMH Engineering & Construction
07.2025 - Current
Directional Drilling Foreman
Southwest Directional
01.2019 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Gladstone High School