Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Communication Skills
References
Work Preference
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Michael Gauthier

Georgetown,Louisiana

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level electrician/mechanic position. Ready to further my electrical/mechanical knowledge, leadership skills, and career path to a better future with steady income in a safe work environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Derrickhand

Nabors Drilling USA
09.2023 - Current
  • Improved communication between floorhands and drillers by acting as a reliable liaison during critical operations.
  • Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties at regular intervals to report deviations.
  • Used harnesses and platform climbing devices to position and align drill pipe and drill collars from the monkey board.
  • Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
  • Increased safety awareness through conducting regular safety meetings and promoting safe work practices among the crew.

Generator Technician

Tech Power
08.2021 - 09.2023
  • Increased generator efficiency by performing regular maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
  • Troubleshot problems with engines and breakers.
  • Performed load bank testing on newly installed or repaired generators to ensure they met established performance standards before returning them to operation.
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on diesel, natural gas and propane gensets.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.

Temporary Power Technician

Breaker Breaker
01.2021 - 08.2021
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
  • Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
  • Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Ensured project success by meticulously planning and executing electrical installations in large-scale construction projects.

Motorman/Derrick Hand

Nabors Drilling USA
07.2018 - 01.2021
  • Enhanced drilling efficiency with regular inspections of motors, generators, and other related equipment.
  • Participated in safety drills and meetings to maintain awareness of potential hazards on the job site.
  • Enhanced operational safety by promptly reporting any observed hazards, near misses, or incidents to supervisors for timely resolution.
  • Reduced downtime by swiftly diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues with drilling components.
  • Maintained proper fluid levels in the mud pits, ensuring smooth operation throughout the drilling process.
  • Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties at regular intervals to report deviations.
  • Contributed to successful drilling operations with precise handling and maintenance of high-pressure hoses and pumps.

Floor Hand

Transocean
08.2017 - 07.2018
  • Aided in pipe handling tasks, such as lifting, moving, and connecting pipes during drilling operations.
  • Assisted in rig-up and rig-down procedures, ensuring timely project completion.
  • Maintained clean, organized, hazard-free work areas for optimized site safety.
  • Verified job safety analysis (JSA) and correctness of obtained permits prior to starting new jobs.
  • Supported drilling operations with precise handling of drill pipes and collars, ensuring accuracy.

Floor Hand

Nabors Drilling USA
07.2016 - 08.2017
  • Aided in pipe handling tasks, such as lifting, moving, and connecting pipes during drilling operations.
  • Assisted in rig-up and rig-down procedures, ensuring timely project completion.
  • Maintained clean, organized, hazard-free work areas for optimized site safety.
  • Verified job safety analysis (JSA) and correctness of obtained permits prior to starting new jobs.
  • Supported drilling operations with precise handling of drill pipes and collars, ensuring accuracy.

Locator/Vac Truck Driver

Miller Pipeline
03.2016 - 07.2016
  • Located underground utilities accurately by using advanced equipment and mapping techniques.
  • Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
  • Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint and flags for identification by excavating personnel.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper vac truck operation.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.

Crewman

Railroad Controls Limited
08.2015 - 03.2016
  • Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.

Education

Skills

  • Fall Protection Awareness
  • Rig operation
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Forklift Operations
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Well control techniques
  • Electrical Repairs
  • Electrical Installation
  • Voltmeter use
  • Generator Installation
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Class A Commercial Driver's License

Communication Skills

I am a people person; I believe I adapt easily to new environments and new people. I am open to learning and attempting new skills.

References

  • Jacob LeBaron, Lebarons Tech Services, 318-413-1778, jacobdlebaron03@gmail.com
  • Jesse Hopp, Tech Power, 509-713-4942, Techpowermiami@yahoo.com

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid time offCompany Culture

Timeline

Derrickhand

Nabors Drilling USA
09.2023 - Current

Generator Technician

Tech Power
08.2021 - 09.2023

Temporary Power Technician

Breaker Breaker
01.2021 - 08.2021

Motorman/Derrick Hand

Nabors Drilling USA
07.2018 - 01.2021

Floor Hand

Transocean
08.2017 - 07.2018

Floor Hand

Nabors Drilling USA
07.2016 - 08.2017

Locator/Vac Truck Driver

Miller Pipeline
03.2016 - 07.2016

Crewman

Railroad Controls Limited
08.2015 - 03.2016

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