Kyle Gerstenberger
Big Spring,TX
Summary
Dynamic Rig Operator with a proven track record at Ranger Well Services, excelling in safety compliance and equipment maintenance. Demonstrated strong communication and leadership skills, significantly reducing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency. Committed to fostering a collaborative work environment while implementing proactive safety measures to ensure incident-free operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rig Operator
Ranger Well Services
04.2024 - Current
- Reduced downtime by maintaining equipment and performing proactive maintenance checks.
- Achieved incident-free operations with strict adherence to safety protocols and policies.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for optimal functionality during high-pressure situations.
- Enhanced operations by implementing safe and efficient work practices.
- Helped crew effectively with communication and collaboration during operations.
- Assisted in emergency response planning, also known as the MERP enhancing overall preparedness for unforeseen events on the site.
- Managed well control situations, mitigating risks and minimizing potential hazards.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular inspections and following industry guidelines.
- 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.
- Followed established business practices, regulatory requirements and job safety protocols.
Service Rig Operator
Red Diamond
01.2017 - 04.2024
Driller
Robinson DRLG
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing more efficient techniques.
- Facilitated effective communication between team members by fostering a collaborative work environment where ideas, concerns, and questions could be openly shared.
- Collaborated with engineers to design custom drilling solutions tailored to specific project requirements.
- Reduced project completion time with effective planning, coordination, and execution of well drilling tasks.
- Trained new team members on company-specific procedures, safety protocols, and best practices for well-drilling operations.
- Enhanced safety measures for team members through regular safety training sessions and drills.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by maintaining open communication channels throughout the project lifecycle.
- 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.
- Trained and supervised all site personnel.
- Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
- Conducted safety inspections and risk assessments before and during drilling operations to determine adherence to OSHA regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coahoma ISD
Coahoma, TX05-2011
Skills
- Communication and coordination
- Team leadership
- Quality control monitoring
- Hazardous materials management
- Heavy machinery operation
- Emergency response preparedness
- Problem-solving capacity
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety procedures implementation
- Safety trained
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Safety compliance
- Team supervision
- Emergency procedures
- Problem-solving
Accomplishments
- Achieved daily work with zero incidents implying safety measures.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
Certification
- H2S Training - 13 years
- H2S Rescue Training
- CPR Certified Training
- Derrick Rescue Training
- CBA Air Pack Training
Timeline
Rig Operator
Ranger Well Services
04.2024 - Current
Service Rig Operator
Red Diamond
01.2017 - 04.2024
Driller
Robinson DRLG
01.2011 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Coahoma ISD
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