Oil & Gas professional with strengths in Hydraulics, along with Mechanical and Electrical experience. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in Installing and maintaining repair of oil and gas drilling equipment. Knowledge to promote success with reading and troubleshooting hydraulics. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Hydraulic Technician
Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.
Houston, TX
12.2022 - 03.2024
Executed maintenance on hydraulic systems
Performed routine maintenance on hydraulic systems, including changing oil filters, flushing tanks and replacing hoses.
Troubleshot and repaired issues with hydraulic pumps, valves and motors.
Calibrated instruments to measure pressure, flow rate and other parameters of hydraulic system operation.
Conducted tests on newly installed or repaired components to ensure proper functioning.
Created detailed reports documenting all repairs, installations and testing activities performed on each job site.
Provided technical advice to customers regarding troubleshooting techniques for their own equipment problems.
Trained junior technicians on how to properly use diagnostic tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
Attended safety meetings to stay up to date on industry best practices.
Maintained a clean work environment while performing repair tasks.
Assembled or disassembled complex mechanical systems.
Monitored, inspected or tested mechanical equipment.
Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
Worked independently and as team member to develop design concepts that met business and technical needs.
Validated mechanical systems, solved problems identified, and assisted in equipment startups.
Documented updates on equipment changes and maintenance
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair faults in basic to complex hydraulic systems found on current 5th or 6th generation drilling rigs or drill ships
Interpreted hydraulic schematics for effective troubleshooting
Perform rig-up/rig-down for all hydraulic aspects of the drilling rig and maintain/repair all mechanical equipment
Inspected, tested and adjusted hydraulic equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Hydraulic Technician/Mechanic/Subsea Trainee
EnscoRowan-Valaris
Houston, TX
04.2012 - 03.2021
Responsible for all hydraulic equipment and repairs on a ENSCO 8500 Series Ultra-Deepwater Semisubmersibles , Drillships & BP Thunderhorse.
Components consisted of NOV TDS 1000 Top Drive, TDX-12500, Hydraracker, Bridge Racker, hydraulic handlers, pipe skates, quad HPU's as well as all hydraulic BOP handling equipment.
Inspected, troubleshooted and repaired faulty mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic equipment and tools.
Assisted the electrical department with repair and maintenance of electrical equipment as required.
Efficient on conducting day to day operations on rig.
Working on Subsea equipment
Rebuilding regulators and valves
Installing upgrades
Recorded keeping on Daily maintenance
Daily maintenance and oil changes
Downhole testing
Accumulator testing and repair
Daily inspection of subsea and surface equipment to ensure proper working order and correct pressures and fluid levels.
Interpret technical drawings and schematics
Maintenance and handling of all equipment in riser string during run and pull of BOP to include HMF riser, Telescopic Joint and KFDS Diverter.
Electrical/Mechanical Field Service Technician
National Oilwell Varco, NOV
New Iberia, LA
06.2005 - 02.2012
Served as a member of the Lafayette Field Service technical group Lead Technician in the installation of various drilling equipment and commissioning.
Assembled and tested of entire electrical package for the following equipment: Varco AR 3200, AR3500, AR4000, and AR5000 Iron roughnecks, all Top Drive Drilling Systems, Raised Backup Systems, and Hydraulic Pump Units.
Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
Connected and repaired equipment based on mechanical drawings and electrical prints.
Tested AC motors with the aid of such devices as variable frequency drives and voltmeters.
Conducted training of new technicians on NOV equipment, installing and commissioning, repair, maintenance and upgrading equipment.
Troubleshooting, designing and implemented testing stations to ensure correct wiring and operation.
Troubleshooting 24vdc barriers and proximity switches for proper adjustment and operation.