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Martin Silvas

Abilene,TX

Summary

Dedicated welder with extensive experience at Bartoleo Well Services, skilled in welding techniques and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to develop customized solutions and ensure compliance with safety protocols. Recognized for problem-solving skills and maintaining high-quality standards in challenging environments. Committed to delivering exceptional results while fostering team collaboration.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder

Self-employeed
Abilene, TX
01.2022 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and welding standards on all projects.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and longevity.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and specifications.
  • Developed customized solutions for unique welding challenges in various projects.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.

Oil Field Worker

Bartoleo Well Services
03.2019 - 12.2021
  • Maintained safety protocols during field operations for team protection.
  • Monitored equipment performance and reported any issues promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and productivity.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on tools and machinery to ensure functionality.
  • Operated skid-steer loaders, tractors and backhoes to move earth around the rig site or perform other tasks as required by the job.
  • Installed, repaired, and maintained pipelines, pumps, valves, separators, storage tanks, and other related equipment.
  • Cleaned all tools after completion of a job to maintain a safe work environment.

Agricultural Worker

Moller Seed Cleaning
05.2016 - 03.2019
  • Operated seed cleaning machinery to ensure efficient processing of agricultural products.
  • Maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Assisted in sorting and packaging seeds for distribution to farmers and retailers.
  • Monitored seed quality during cleaning process to meet industry regulations.
  • Weeded fields by hand or with specialized tools such as hoes or cultivators.
  • Operated farm machinery such as combines and balers during harvest season.
  • Applied fertilizer, pesticide, and herbicide treatments to crops using hand-held or tractor-mounted sprayers.

Oilfield Laborer

Shortes Inc.
12.2001 - 03.2016
  • Coordinated crew activities to maintain workflow and adherence to schedules.
  • Oversaw daily operations of drilling rig, ensuring safety and efficiency.
  • Trained new team members on safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Assisted in equipment maintenance to prevent downtime during operations.
  • Implemented best practices for waste management on site.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies, ensuring timely replenishment as needed.
  • Identified potential hazards while working onsite and reported them immediately to supervisor.
  • Monitored pressure gauges to detect any changes in flow rates at wellsites.
  • Operated heavy machinery for the purpose of loading and unloading materials from trucks or trailers.
  • Worked with supervisors on special projects involving the installation of new pipeline sections or repairs to existing lines.
  • Inspected and maintained oilfield equipment such as pumps, tanks, valves, separators and other production related machinery.
  • Transported tools and supplies to job sites using company vehicles or personal vehicle when necessary.
  • Repaired damaged pipelines using welding techniques when required.
  • Safely operated forklift and aerial lift to move machinery around floor.
  • Transported equipment from one job site to another.

Education

GED -

Windham School District

Skills

  • Welding techniques
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Metal fabrication
  • Quality control
  • Problem solving
  • Team coordination
  • Time management
  • Inventory management
  • Heavy machinery operation
  • Welding inspection
  • Measurement tools
  • Torch cutting
  • Welding safety
  • OSHA compliance
  • Rigging techniques
  • MIG welding professional
  • Wire feed machines
  • Pipe welding
  • Equipment operation
  • Safety protocols
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Load securing techniques
  • Power tool operation
  • Pump operations
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Drilling rig experience
  • Oilfield terminology
  • Battery assembly
  • Seed processing
  • Fence building
  • Livestock management
  • Basic welding
  • Tractor driving
  • Feeding animals
  • Livestock feeding and watering
  • Harvesting techniques
  • Fertilizer application
  • Animal care knowledge
  • Yard maintenance
  • Dependable and hardworking

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Welder

Self-employeed
01.2022 - Current

Oil Field Worker

Bartoleo Well Services
03.2019 - 12.2021

Agricultural Worker

Moller Seed Cleaning
05.2016 - 03.2019

Oilfield Laborer

Shortes Inc.
12.2001 - 03.2016

GED -

Windham School District
Martin Silvas