Mark Gray
Summary
Knowledgeable Rig Manager bringing significant experience on rigs. Expert in maintaining rig safety and overseeing team operations. Keeps drilling efficient and fully compliant with company standards.
Experienced Rig Manager with comprehensive knowledge in drilling operations and equipment maintenance. Possess strong leadership skills, able to oversee teams effectively while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Demonstrated ability in enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime. Contributes problem-solving acumen and project management abilities to deliver projects within budget and timeline constraints.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Floating Rig Hand
Red Rock oilfield service
Colorado City, Texas
- Operated drilling equipment on site following safety protocols and procedures.
- Assisted in rig setup and teardown to maintain efficient operations.
- Monitored equipment performance to ensure safe drilling conditions.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools and machinery to ensure reliability.
- Carried out maintenance tasks such as replacing worn-out components and repairing damaged equipment.
- Tested mud samples for proper density and viscosity levels according to established procedures.
- Installed drill pipe into the hole using tongs or elevators when necessary.
- Operated winches and cranes to load supplies onto trucks or barges.
- Provided support during well completions by running casing strings, cementing operations, and other activities.
Oilfield Pumper
Dee's pumping service
04.2014 - 09.2025
- Reviewed procedures and methods during course of repairs to minimize safety hazards and negative environmental impact.
- Cultivated habit of continually assessing outputs resulting from current production methods to identify and implement improvements to productivity.
- Recommended changes to work flows or on-site procedures with eye towards increasing profitability of leases.
- Surveilled leases on properties within assigned area to verify maximal production of wells and pumping equipment.
- Conducted daily inspections of surface equipment and pumps to identify and address seal leaks, improper priming and other minor operational inefficiencies.
Rig Manager
Tetra Technologies
Houston, TX
02.2009 - 11.2014
- Managed daily rig operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to optimize equipment performance and reliability.
- Supervised crew activities and maintained effective communication during operations.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and safety measures.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential hazards and improve safety practices.
- Implemented best practices for efficient rig operation and resource management.
- Provided technical support during drilling operations as required.
- Assessed rig operations regularly to identify compliance or performance issues.
- Managed rig operations, production, maintenance and costs to meet business objectives.
Shop hand, assistant fishing tool operator
Cot oil tools
Bryan, TX
03.2006 - 09.2008
- Assisted in inventory management to ensure adequate stock levels.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for safety compliance.
- Followed safety protocols during equipment operation and handling.
- Conducted routine inspections on tools to ensure operational readiness.
- Supported senior staff in troubleshooting mechanical issues and repairs.
- Operated equipment and tools in full accordance with safety procedures.
- Assisted customers with product selection, answering questions and providing helpful information.
- Maintained clean and organized store shelves, ensuring products were properly displayed.
- Unloaded trucks in timely manner while monitoring quality control standards.
- Set up and tended equipment with machine operators to complete runs.
- Troubleshot equipment problems to repair or report diagnostics.
- Set up and broke down structures and equipment based on job requirements.
- Received and processed stock deliveries, verifying accuracy of incoming shipment.
- Supported the shop manager with administrative tasks and record-keeping.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
Rig Operator, assistant rig manager
Moore Production Service
Bryan, TX
01.1989 - 08.2005
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Monitored equipment gauges and readings during drilling operations.
- Maintained and repaired machinery to prevent operational downtime.
Education
GED
03.1992
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Crew supervision
- Technical support
Timeline
Oilfield Pumper
Dee's pumping service
04.2014 - 09.2025
Rig Manager
Tetra Technologies
02.2009 - 11.2014
Shop hand, assistant fishing tool operator
Cot oil tools
03.2006 - 09.2008
Rig Operator, assistant rig manager
Moore Production Service
01.1989 - 08.2005
GED
Floating Rig Hand
Red Rock oilfield service