Lawson Primeaux III
Iota,LA
Summary
A seasoned Driller with a proven track record at Parker Drilling & Unit Drilling Company, I excel in reducing downtime utilizing strict preventive maintenance and enhancing safety through strict protocol enforcement, policies & procedures. Skilled in operating advanced drilling systems and high profile well bores. My leadership significantly boosts productivity while never compromising safety. Current Well Control (IADC WELLSHARP) and adept at fostering team collaboration, I bring valuable experience and a commitment to excellence in every operation. Open minded to new ideas & experiences with a drive for more knowlegde. Self driven and highly motivated to not only advance but to teach and advance the next generation of oil workers. Team Work Makes Dream Work.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driller
Parker Drilling Company
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Drilled on an inland barge, conventional brake handle, 500T Canrig TD, SCR rig.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
- Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
- 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.
Driller
Unit Drilling
03.2008 - 10.2020
- Drilled on many different style rigs. SCR, VFD, Brake Handle, Duel joystick Omron systems, 1500hp-4000hp, 500T-1000T, Kelly & TD's, Multipad Walking or Skidding.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
- Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
- Increased overall productivity with efficient crew management and clear communication of drilling objectives.
- 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.
Driller/Derrickhand
Crown Drilling
10.2006 - 10.2007
- Worked 3 months as a Derickhand on a 2500hp Kelly/Compound rig. Promoted to Driller on a 1500hp Kelly/Compound rig.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Performed preventive maintenance and basic repairs on MP's.
- Maintained proper fluid levels in the mud pits.
- Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties.
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps.
Derrickhand
Grey Wolf Drilling
01.2006 - 06.2006
- Worked derricks on a 1500hp SCR kelly rig.
- Assembly and disassembly of drilling tools and equipment.
- Maintained proper fluid levels in pits.
- Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties.
- Assisted in training new crew members, fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment.
Derrickhand/Floorhand
Parker Drilling Company
03.2001 - 12.2005
- Worked floors on a 1000hp inland barge. Promoted to Derrickhand on a 3000hp inland barge.
- Used iron roughnecks, tongs and slips to properly handle and connect sections of drill pipe.
- Assembly and disassembly of drilling tools and equipment.
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps.
- Improved communication between floorhands and drillers by acting as a reliable liaison during critical operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
01-2000
Skills
- Current IADC WELLSHARP (Drilling Ops, Workover Completions, Supervisor Level
- Current Offshore Crane Operator Certification ( Crane Operator & Rigging)
- Precise Control Systems Operations, Level One Certificate
- Ultra Deep (30,000'), High Pressure/High Temp Vertical Wells
- 15,000' Extended reach horizontal wells
- Salt Dome storage wells
- Haynville, Cotton Valley, Permian Basin Laterals
- Kelly/Compound, Brake Handle, Duel Joystick Cyber Chair, SCR, VFD, Fiber Optics, 1600hp-2200hp MP's, 1500hp-4000hp Drawworks, 500T-1000T Hookloads, Canrig/Tesco TD's, Canrig Hyd Watwalks, TM-120/ST100/Hawkjaw Iron roughnecks
- Exploratory Wildcat wells
- Managed pressure drilling
- Forklift/Manlift training, H2s, Confined Space, Working at Hieghts/Fall Protection, LO/TO, First Aid & CPR
Certification
- IADC Wellsharp Well Control (Drilling Operations, Workover Completions, Supervisor Level).
- IADC RigPass - (Land/Offshore) International Association of Drilling Contractors.
- Certified Crane Operator (CCO) - National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO).
- Certified Rigging (NCCCO).
- Precise Control Systems Operations, Level I [Shlumberger].
Timeline
Driller - Parker Drilling Company
07.2021 - 11.2023
Driller - Unit Drilling
03.2008 - 10.2020
Driller/Derrickhand - Crown Drilling
10.2006 - 10.2007
Derrickhand - Grey Wolf Drilling
01.2006 - 06.2006
Derrickhand/Floorhand - Parker Drilling Company
03.2001 - 12.2005
- IADC Wellsharp Well Control (Drilling Operations, Workover Completions, Supervisor Level).
- IADC RigPass - (Land/Offshore) International Association of Drilling Contractors.
- Certified Crane Operator (CCO) - National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO).
- Certified Rigging (NCCCO).
- Precise Control Systems Operations, Level I [Shlumberger].
Parkview Baptist High - High School Diploma,
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