Luis Fernando Carmona
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Derrick Man with extensive experience at Cactus Drilling Co, skilled in hydraulic systems and emergency response. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and safety compliance through effective teamwork and proactive maintenance. Recognized for training new team members and implementing workflow improvements, contributing to successful drilling projects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor Hand
Patterson UTI Drilling
New Mexico
04.2024 - Current
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment to ensure efficient operations.
- Assisted in rig-up and rig-down processes, supporting team during critical phases.
- Monitored safety compliance, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools and equipment to prevent malfunctions.
Derrick Man
Wisco Moran Drilling
Texas
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures effectively.
- Implemented improvements in workflow processes to enhance efficiency on-site.
- Led daily safety briefings to promote a culture of safety awareness within the team.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular inspections and preventive maintenance of rig components.
General Construction Laborer
Self Employed Services
San Antonio
05.2019 - 12.2022
- Operated hand and power tools to perform various construction tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in site preparation, including digging trenches and leveling ground surfaces.
- Collaborated with subcontractors to ensure project timelines were met effectively.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to enhance safety protocols.
- Followed blueprints and specifications to execute construction tasks accurately.
- Kept sites clean and organized to decrease accidents and increase overall productivity.
- Contributed to successful project completion by collaborating with team members on various tasks.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Operated heavy machinery, such as forklifts and backhoes, to transport materials and assist in excavation efforts.
Derrick Man
Cactus Drilling Co
Oklahoma
07.2011 - 04.2019
- Managed drilling machinery to maintain safety and efficiency in rig operations.
- Monitored and maintained drilling fluids for optimal performance during operations.
- Assisted in rig-up and rig-down procedures, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with crew members to troubleshoot equipment issues promptly.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools and machinery to maintain operational readiness.
- Used iron roughnecks, tongs and slips to properly handle and connect sections of drill pipe.
- Performed preventive maintenance and basic repairs on workover rigs by checking fluids, hydraulic and transmission levels.
- Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties at regular intervals to report deviations.
- Used harnesses and platform climbing devices to position and align Type and Type elements.
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
- Performed housekeeping on rig floor by cleaning equipment and removing debris from rig stairs.
- Used hydraulic clamps to tighten and loosen sections of piping.
- Weighed clay and mixed with water and chemicals to make drilling mud.
- Formulated decisions on drilling practices to improve operational efficiency and prevent operational problems.
- Examined Type and Type safety equipment on rig floor prior to maintain safe operation conditions.
- Read Type gauges to adjust pumping procedures, paying close attention to pressure, density and concentration levels.
- Contributed to successful drilling projects by effectively communicating with team members on rig floor activities.
- Aligned pipes to secure foundations and connections.
- Prevented accidents through diligent adherence to established safety procedures for operating machinery and handling hazardous materials.
Education
General Studies
West Johnson High School
Smithfield, NC05.2004
Skills
- Teamwork and flexibility
- Oilfield terminology
- Repairs and maintenance
- Crane signaling
- Interpersonal communication
- Basic mechanical skills
- Hydraulic systems
- Equipment setup
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Floor Hand
Patterson UTI Drilling
04.2024 - Current
Derrick Man
Wisco Moran Drilling
01.2023 - 02.2024
General Construction Laborer
Self Employed Services
05.2019 - 12.2022
Derrick Man
Cactus Drilling Co
07.2011 - 04.2019
General Studies
West Johnson High School