Kelien Dickson
Fort Worth
Summary
Experienced Driller specializing in equipment maintenance and safety compliance. Conducted inspections and resolved equipment issues to optimize drilling operations. Managed drilling activities while upholding safety standards and fostering team collaboration to enhance performance and efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Driller's Helper
National Drilling
Elko
05.2026 - Current
- Monitored drilling processes to ensure strict compliance with safety protocols.
- Supported drill operators in setup and maintenance of drilling equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools to ensure functionality and safety.
- Checked drilling activities for compliance with HSE requirements, work instructions and procedures.
- Prepared drill sites by clearing debris and marking safe zones.
- Tracked drill rod sections to ensure precise depth measurement for drilling projects. Checked drill rod to determine depths of boreholes.
- Observed pressure gauge and moved throttles and levers to control speed of rotary tables and regulate pressure of tools at bottoms of boreholes.
- Drilled or bore holes in rock for blasting, grouting and anchoring.
- Organized and cleaned tools and equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Coordinated rig relocation to ensure efficient setup at new drilling sites. and drilling operations.
- Supervised and documented drilling operations.
Driller
Major Drilling
Elko
02.2025 - 05.2026
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure efficient and safe operations.
- Monitored drilling parameters to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment at all times.
- Conducted routine maintenance on drilling machinery to prevent breakdowns.
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Assisted in preparing drilling sites and managing supplies for projects.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily operational plans effectively.
- Recorded data accurately during drilling operations for reporting purposes.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project status and challenges.
Washrack
Milestone Environmental Services
Stanton
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Maintenance Services
Pippen Energy
Midland
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Organised and managed repairs and maintenance services for rental properties.
- Scheduled maintenance services for equipment used during nighttime operations.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Driver, Warehouse Orders
Amazon
Fort Worth
02.2000 - 04.2001
- Operated delivery vehicles to transport warehouse orders efficiently.
- Maintained accurate inventory records within warehouse management systems.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate delivery schedules effectively.
- Assisted in training new drivers on operational procedures and safety standards.
- Delivered goods to specified destinations in a timely manner.
- Communicated customer orders accurately to warehouse staff for order fulfillment.
- Reviewed work orders to perform freight movement and deliveries.
- Followed established safety procedures when loading and unloading freight from delivery trucks.
- Processed daily inventory receipts and quantities of supplies.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to departing on routes.
- Ensured cargo was secured properly in accordance with company policy and DOT regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries including delivery times, dates and addresses.
- Recorded discrepancies and damages to inventory and reported findings to supervisor.
- Monitored vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
Education
GED -
Southwest Community Center
Fort Worth, TX02-2006
Skills
- Drilling operations
- Drilling techniques
- Rig operation
- Safety compliance
- Routine inspections
- Equipment repair
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Driller's Helper
National Drilling
05.2026 - Current
Driller
Major Drilling
02.2025 - 05.2026
Washrack
Milestone Environmental Services
07.2023 - 06.2025
Maintenance Services
Pippen Energy
01.2022 - 08.2024
Driver, Warehouse Orders
Amazon
02.2000 - 04.2001
GED -
Southwest Community Center