Mario E. Corrales-Orduno

La Quinta

Summary

Family & Professional Development | La Quinta, CA (2021–Present) As a result of new state policies, increased environmental protections, and the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, active drilling rigs here in California dropped to a record low of only 3 to 4 within the entire state. Massive rig shutdowns that left hundreds of oil-field workers without work put me in the position to provide my family with the full-time support needed for my wife to continue her education and obtain her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Now completed, I am fully prepared and ready to re-enter the workforce. Key Relevant Tasks: Managed household operations and supported spouse's pursuit of her BA in Psychology from CSUSB-Palm Desert, CA.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Derrick Hand/ Derrick Operator, Oil and Gas

Ensign United States Drilling

Bakersfield, CA

04.2012 - 12.2014

Overview: As a Derrick Hand, I was responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and support functions of the mud module (sack area, mud pumps, and mud pits/shakers). As a Derrick Hand, I worked under the direction/supervision of the Driller, but reported directly to the Rig Manager.
Key Relevant Tasks:
Preventive maintenance and general repairs to the mud pumps and associated equipment, including changing out the mud pump liners as requested by the Driller or the Mud Engineer.
Ensuring the chemicals and mud mixture (and its properties) is of sufficient type and quality to meet the needs of the drilling operations.
Direct and supervise the Floor Hand assigned to assist with the sack handling or the shakers.
Perform the general housekeeping, maintenance, and upkeep of the equipment in the chemical/mud pits/mud pumps.
Assisting the Driller with the raising and lowering of drill pipe in and out of the hole during tripping operations.
While employed with Ensign United States Drilling, I performed a vast array of job duties that included, but were not limited to, those of: Roustabout, Pipe Fitter/Pipe Racker, Lead Floor Hand, Derrick Hand, Motor Hand, and began my training as an Assistant Driller. During my time of employment, I managed to work and obtain knowledge in all of the positions of a drilling rig, both onshore and offshore, including a one-year period of time in North Dakota. I have worked under extreme weather conditions and have had the experience of coordinating safety policies and procedures with management. I am familiar with the reading, monitoring, and recording of various types of gauges, valves, and panels to ensure the completion of daily job duties in a safe and timely manner. I am well trained in the area of coordinating and communicating with incoming and outgoing crew members in order to see to job completions. I have experience in the training of new hires for various positions and have been responsible for the re-training of current crew members in the functions of new technology. I have a large amount of experience working in extreme conditions where safety, being alert, and focused on your surroundings, and safety experience is absolute. I am familiar with all areas of an oil rig and am a fast learner. I am hard-working, reliable, dedicated, and most of all safe. I am available for work immediately and am looking forward to putting all of my work experience to great use for your company.
Contact Supervisor: Brad Bartels
(661) 589-0111

Derrick Hand/ Derrick Operator, Oil and Gas

Nabors Well Services Co.

Rancho Dominguez, CA

01.2007 - 03.2012

Overview: As a Derrick Hand, I was responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and support functions of the mud module (sack area, mud pumps, and mud pits/shakers). As a Derrick Hand, I worked under the direction/supervision of the Driller, but reported directly to the Rig Manager.
Key Relevant Tasks:
Drilling fluids management: Maintained proper mud weight, viscosity, and chemical properties (e.g., pH, calcium levels) using Barite and Bentonite to ensure well control.
Mud System Maintenance: Monitored mud pumps, shale shakers, mud pits, and agitators to ensure peak performance.
Tripping Pipe: Operated on the monkey board (approx. 90 ft high) to pull back and rack stands of drill pipe during tripping out, and guided pipe into elevators during tripping in.
Preventative Maintenance: Performed daily maintenance on mud pumps, changing out liners and seals to minimize downtime.
Chemical Handling: Safely mixed and added dry chemical sacks (25–100 lb) into the mud system as directed by the mud engineer.
While employed with Nabors Well Services, I began working and training as a Roustabout. During this time of employment, I worked side by side with many knowledgeable and experienced crew members who trained me in many other areas of the oil field/ drilling rig. In a very brief period of time during my employment, I managed to obtain the required skills, techniques, procedures, and responsibilities of each and every position, leading to the position of Derrick Hand. I am trained and certified in all aspects of rig safety, including CPR. I have a large amount of experience working within a diverse group of individuals, under many different forms of management, and under extreme amounts of pressure. I understand the significance of teamwork and the importance of time restraints. I have worked both side by side and individually on special projects under extreme conditions with minimal to no supervision required.
Contact Supervisor: Saul Diaz
(310) 639-7074

Lead Driver & Event Installer

Bright Event Rentals

Thousand Palms, CA

01.2002 - 01.2006

Overview: As a Lead Driver & Event Installer with 8 years of experience, I served as the primary on-site representative, responsible for managing on-site crews and maintaining client satisfaction. This includes overseeing the safe transport of company equipment, including large-scale tents and staging, efficiently and professionally.
Key Relevant Tasks:
Driving & Logistics: Safely operate company vehicles (box trucks, cargo vans, 16-24 ft. trucks) to transport equipment, including navigating to various event venues across California.
Leadership and crew management: Lead a team of installers on-site, providing direction to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
Installation & Strike: Assemble and disassemble rental equipment (e.g., tents, stages, dance floors, chairs, lighting, dishware, heaters and fans, propane equipment, furniture, canopies ranging in size from 10x20, 20x40, 40x60) based on site layouts and diagrams.
Customer Service: Act as the primary on-site contact, interfacing with clients, planners, and venue staff to confirm set-up details and resolve issues.
Inventory and Safety Management: Inspect inventory for damages, count items on delivery and pick-up, secure loads properly, and maintain a neat and clean, organized job-site.
Warehouse Operations: Assist in loading/unloading trucks at the warehouse and help maintain a clean, organized warehouse environment.
While employed with Bright Event Rentals as a Lead Driver, I performed numerous job-related operations designed specifically to serve various clientele and their specific needs and/or requests, both locally in the Palm Springs area and within several long-distance counties and the cities within. Long-distance counties include Orange Co., Los Angeles Co., San Diego Co., Santa Barbara Co., Sonoma/Napa Valley area, and San Francisco/Bay area.
760-343-5110

Education

High School -

Indio High School

Indio, California

01-1996

Skills

Bilingual: English & Spanish
Forklift Operations: SkyTrak & SkyJack
Heavy Equipment: Loader
Use of Boom Lift & Man Rider Operations
Use of Electric Scissor Lift
Trained in CPR
Use of numerous types of hand tools: air tools, power tools, electrical tools, and special tools that specifically pertain to the oil/gas industries and special gauges and measures
Independently lift/handle items that weigh 115 lbs upward; includes pulling slips
Independently lift/handle hand tools of up to 100 lbs, including torque on wrenches, open/close valves requiring upward torque of 160 lbs, and repetitive swinging of 16 lb-20 lb sledgehammers
Independently lift/handle/carry 60 lbs to a 5’ height up/down flights of stairs
Reliable transportation to and from the work site
Stand and walk for a minimum of 4 hours at a time, including standing and walking on steel decking, as well as gravel, board roads, mud, snow, and ice

Able to receive verbal and written instructions from the Mud Engineer, Driller, or Rig Manager efficiently
Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the tour while wearing Personal Protective Equipment at all times
Work while suspended upwards 90 ft above the rig floor in a riding belt and/or balsam chair
Work above the drilling rig floor, on a monkey board, guiding the drill pipe during the tripping in/tripping out process, while wearing proper safety equipment
Utilize proper respiratory protective devices and safety eyewear
Perform the essential functions of the assigned position with or without reasonable accommodations
Complete the essential functions of the Rig Floor duties when necessary
Secure in working 140 feet above the rig floor
Maintain and repair various types of mechanical devices
Good short-term and long-term memory and mental stamina to stay alert and attentive while performing sometimes repetitive and monotonous tasks during a 12-hour tour
Able to work 7 to 14 days on and 7 to 14 days off, including holidays, weekends, and/or days and nights
Successful completion of training in all fields and aspects of drilling rig safety and daily operations

Timeline

Derrick Hand/ Derrick Operator, Oil and Gas

Ensign United States Drilling

04.2012 - 12.2014

Derrick Hand/ Derrick Operator, Oil and Gas

Nabors Well Services Co.

01.2007 - 03.2012

Lead Driver & Event Installer

Bright Event Rentals

01.2002 - 01.2006

High School -

Indio High School