Martin Vera
Wasco,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable Driller successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet and exceed expectations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Driller
Helmerich & Payne Inc
10.2020 - Current
- Enhanced drilling efficiency by implementing advanced drilling techniques and optimizing equipment and application usage. Such as DAS, Flex Torque, Stall Assist, Back to Bottom, and Hex Grip. Monitor drilling parameters such as wob, diff, torque, rop, pump rates , stand pipe pressure, flow rate, and mud pit system volume. Observing for flow rate increase, pit volume increase, decreasing mud weight, abnormal torque spike with possible formation changes in the well bore, and drill breaks for any indications of possible gas in the well bore. Performing efficient connections with the latest hex-grip equipment. Calculating surface to bit, bit to surface, surface to surface strokes to track or spot sweeps. Tracking sweeps to surface to clean up well bore and inspect cuttings for indications of well bore issues.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment. By planning ahead and performing preventive maintenance. Like performing a thorough rig service and inspection on top drive daily when operations permit, servicing and inspecting pipe wrangler before picking up or laying drill pipe, bottom-hole assembly (bha), heavy weight drill pipe, or casing. Going through mud pumps during casing run or cementing.
- Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting well control drills.
- Increased overall productivity with efficient crew management and clear communication of drilling operations to meet or exceed operator's expectation.
- Maintained compliance with well control certification in the oil and gas industry. Inspect well control equipmen. Verify accumulator pressures, bop mud cross and choke manifold alignment, e-choke function, status and placement of tiw and dart valve.
- Facilitated seamless handovers between shifts by maintaining clear documentation and concise shift reports, ensuring smooth continuation of operations without unnecessary delays.
- Managed a 5 person crew of rig team members involved in carrying out daily rig operations and special projects. Mentoring and encouraging them to take pride in their current position and job tasks.
Derrickhand
Helmerich & Payne Inc
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Kept drilling fluid within parameters for viscosity and weight by performing periodic mud checks. While monitoring for indications of gas or well bore issues.
- Enhanced drilling operations by efficiently managing mud systems and maintaining mud pumps. Such as replacing pistons, cylinder pistons, valve and seats, and occasionally a module.
- Ability to safely rack back drill pipe, heavy weight drill pipe, 6.5" and 8" drill collars.
Motor Man
Helmerich & Payne Inc
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Increased equipment lifespan by performing routine maintenance on equipment and tools.
- Regular inspections of motors, generators, and air compressor.
- Maintained a safe work environment through adherence to company safety policies and procedures. Such as lock-out, tag- out, try-out (lo/to/to)
- Assisted in bottom hole assembly (bha) laying down and staging for efficient turn around.
- Ensured accurate record keeping of equipment maintenance logs for proper tracking and future reference.
- Optimized fuel consumption by monitoring daily fuel level readings.
- Managed inventory of spare parts, tools, and consumables, avoiding unnecessary delays in operations due to lack of resources.
- Participated in safety drills and meetings to maintain awareness of potential hazards on the job site.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting quickly to changing conditions or priorities while maintaining focus on key objectives throughout the duration of each project assigned.
Floorhand
Helmerich & Payne Inc
02.2014 - 02.2015
Education
No Degree -
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CAHigh School Diploma -
Wasco High School
Wasco, CA06.2005
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Safety Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Drilling Parameter Optimization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active Listening
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Crew Leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Equipment monitoring
- Time Management
Timeline
Driller
Helmerich & Payne Inc
10.2020 - Current
Derrickhand
Helmerich & Payne Inc
01.2017 - 10.2019
Motor Man
Helmerich & Payne Inc
02.2015 - 02.2016
Floorhand
Helmerich & Payne Inc
02.2014 - 02.2015
No Degree -
Bakersfield College
High School Diploma -
Wasco High School