Luis Ortega

20 years and 8 months working for Patterson UTI

Derricks/Motors/Floors: 8 years

Driller: 12 years

Rig Manager: 3 years 9 months

• Provide leadership to ensure safety of all onsite personnel with goal of working incident- free
• Supervision, direction and training of drilling rig crew members including compliance with all safety and operational procedures
• Management of rig operations, production, maintenance, costs and personnel to meet the Company’s business objectives
• Understand Comprehensive Rig Inspection (CRI) criteria and strive for continual improvement by regularly inspecting and maintaining rig and equipment
• Initiate and foster productive partnership with Customer representative
• Understand and use basic management concepts and principles including delegation, motivation, discipline, goal setting and performance evaluation
• Efficiently and proficiently operate and maintain rig equipment by planning preventative maintenance including necessary replacement supplies
• Anticipate, quickly troubleshoot and resolve operational, equipment and maintenance issues to minimize rig downtime
• Work in a heavy industrial environment which includes working around constantly moving overhead machinery, being in close proximity to loud equipment and handling
• potentially hazardous chemicals
• Adhere to Company policies, guidelines and work requirements
• Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees of all backgrounds feel included and their contributions are valued
• Promptly address and resolve concerns and disputes among team member and customers with the goal of building a stronger, more cohesive work group
• Plan daily rig operations with Driller and Customer representative
• Lead pre- and post-tour meetings including crew fit-for-duty evaluations
• Fill in for Driller or other rig-based employees as needed
• Work independently and prioritize tasks while managing distractions
• Responsibility for Company resources, equipment, and personnel
• Read / write emails and prepare daily rig paperwork including status reports and other business matters related to rig operations
• General upkeep of the rig and drilling floor; includes regular sweeping, shoveling, cleaning, painting, washing of equipment and related housekeeping duties
• Plan and supervise rig moves including rig up / down procedures