Liam Murphy
Fallon,NV
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Drill Hand/Driller trainee with well known Drilling outfits. Proven expertise in worksite safety protocols and critical thinking, enhancing operational efficiency. Recognized for training new crew members and implementing creative solutions to improve safety standards, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drill Hand
Alford Drilling
Battle Mountain, NV
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated drilling rigs, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Assisted in equipment maintenance, contributing to optimal performance and reliability of drilling operations.
- Monitored drilling parameters, promptly addressing issues to maintain efficiency and safety during operations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily drilling plans and meet project timelines effectively.
- Trained new crew members on safety practices and operational procedures to enhance team competency.
- Complied, understood, and supported corporate safety initiatives to maintain safe work environment.
Thermite Controls and Bagging
Kennametal
Fallon, NV
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Drill Hand
Harris Exploration Drilling
Fallon, NV
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Operated drilling rigs, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Assisted in equipment maintenance, contributing to optimal performance and reliability of drilling operations.
- Monitored drilling parameters, promptly addressing issues to maintain efficiency and safety during operations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily drilling plans and meet project timelines effectively.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools and equipment, identifying potential hazards for proactive maintenance action.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting process efficiencies based on field observations.
- Worked as part of crew or without supervision to accomplish drilling tasks.
Drill Hand
Boart Longyear Drilling
Elko, NV
12.2019 - 08.2021
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure efficient and safe execution of projects.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on drill rigs to maintain operational readiness.
- Assisted in training junior crew members on drilling procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored drilling parameters to optimize performance and minimize downtime.
Welder
Valley Joist
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate structural components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise welds.
- Adhered to safety protocols while performing welding tasks in a production environment.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded assemblies for compliance with specifications.
- Assisted in training new welders on equipment operation and safety practices.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations through regular inspections and reporting findings to supervisors.
- Supported development of safety training materials and facilitated employee workshops on best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to implement new safety protocols, enhancing workplace safety culture.
Education
General Education -
Common Wealth Challenge
Virginia Beach, VAGeneral Education -
First Colonial High School
Virginia Beach, VA06.2015
Skills
- Worksite safety protocols
- Fleet safety standards
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Calm under pressure
- Creative solutions
- Logical reasoning
- Problem identification
- Quantitative skills
- Team collaboration
- Persuasion techniques
- Risk assessment
- Analytical thinking
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Streamlined the communications process for incident reporting which resulted in Number% improvement in positive outcomes.
Certification
Msha surface part 46
OSHA -10
Fall safety/fall arrest systems
First aid /CPR
Fit test
Timeline
Drill Hand
Alford Drilling
05.2025 - 09.2025
Thermite Controls and Bagging
Kennametal
10.2022 - 04.2024
Drill Hand
Harris Exploration Drilling
09.2021 - 10.2022
Drill Hand
Boart Longyear Drilling
12.2019 - 08.2021
Welder
Valley Joist
01.2016 - 12.2019
General Education -
Common Wealth Challenge
General Education -
First Colonial High School