Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Miguel Cantu

Laredo,TX

Summary

Hardworking torque and test operator bringing 8 years of experience in all types of operations. Knowledgeable about wellhead work and seasoned in all types of jobs pertaining to torque and test. Seek to offer expertise to challenging, growth-oriented role with a growing company.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Torque and Test Operator

Lynx Completion Services
02.2022 - Current
  • Ensured all tasks pertaining to torque and test jobs were completed on workover rigs, coil units, frac stack rigs up, snubbing job, etc.
  • Set and removed tubing hanger into wellhead and adjusted gland nuts and pins.
  • Set and removed back pressure valves and two way check valves into tubing hangers.
  • Torqued flanges to torque specs required.
  • Trained new hires on how to preform torque and test tasks and wellhead work.
  • Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance checks on machinery and promptly addressing issues.
  • Maintained safety standards, conducting regular inspections of equipment and adhering to industry protocols.
  • Supported team members in resolving technical challenges, sharing expertise in rig operations and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions.
  • Actively participated in emergency response planning sessions to ensure preparedness for any potential incidents or crises on site.
  • Corrected unsafe conditions or practices immediately upon recognition to eliminate workplace accidents.


Torque and Test Operator

Nighthawk Completion Services
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • Ensured all tasks pertaining to torque and test jobs were completed on workover rigs, coil units, frac stack rigs up, snubbing job, etc.
  • Set and removed tubing hanger into wellhead and adjusted gland nuts and pins.
  • Set and removed back pressure valves and two way check valves into tubing hangers.
  • Torqued flanges to torque specs required.
  • Trained new hires on how to preform torque and test tasks and wellhead work.
  • Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance checks on machinery and promptly addressing issues.
  • Maintained safety standards, conducting regular inspections of equipment and adhering to industry protocols.

Torque and Test Operator

Payzone Completion Sevices
08.2020 - 04.2021
  • Ensured all tasks pertaining to torque and test jobs were completed on workover rigs, coil units, frac stack rigs up, snubbing job, etc.
  • Set and removed tubing hanger into wellhead and adjusted gland nuts and pins.
  • Set and removed back pressure valves and two way check valves into tubing hangers.
  • Torqued flanges to torque specs required.
  • Trained new hires on how to preform torque and test tasks and wellhead work.
  • Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance checks on machinery and promptly addressing issues.

Torque and Test Operator

WS Energy Services
03.2017 - 08.2020
  • Ensured all tasks pertaining to torque and test jobs were completed on workover rigs, coil units, frac stack rigs up, snubbing job, etc.
  • Set and removed tubing hanger into wellhead and adjusted gland nuts and pins.
  • Set and removed back pressure valves and two way check valves into tubing hangers.
  • Torqued flanges to torque specs required.
  • Trained new hires on how to preform torque and test tasks and wellhead work.
  • Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance checks on machinery and promptly addressing issues.
  • Maintained safety standards, conducting regular inspections of equipment and adhering to industry protocols.

Torque and Test Helper

Elite Production Servies
03.2016 - 05.2017
  • Supported skilled workers with tasks such as torquing flanges, cleaning tools, maintaining pump and other tasks.


Education

High School Diploma -

Nixon High School
Laredo, TX

Skills

  • Familiar with all types of torque pumps and wrenches
  • Forklift and manlift certified
  • Familiar with reliable and jet stream test pumps
  • Experienced with back pressure and 2-way valve
  • Familiar with chart recorders for all types of tests
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Attention to Detail
  • Test Equipment Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting Skills

Certification

  • Forklift and manlift
  • CPR, AED, and first aid
  • Confined space entry
  • PEC H2S Clear
  • SafeLand USA

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Torque and Test Operator

Lynx Completion Services
02.2022 - Current

Torque and Test Operator

Nighthawk Completion Services
04.2021 - 02.2022

Torque and Test Operator

Payzone Completion Sevices
08.2020 - 04.2021

Torque and Test Operator

WS Energy Services
03.2017 - 08.2020

Torque and Test Helper

Elite Production Servies
03.2016 - 05.2017

High School Diploma -

Nixon High School
  • Forklift and manlift
  • CPR, AED, and first aid
  • Confined space entry
  • PEC H2S Clear
  • SafeLand USA
Miguel Cantu