Ryan Williams
Fort Smith,AR
Summary
Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with over 17 years of oilfield experience. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, mentoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance. I believe my past experiences working every position on a drilling rig make me an integral member of any drilling rig. I have maintained a reputation of excellence regardless of the position or rig in many different regions of drilling in the United States. Excellence seeking, self motivated individual who always puts forth maximum effort.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training Department Content Creator
Latshaw Drilling
Tulsa , OK
05.2023 - Current
- Managed multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines.
- Compiled weekly reports outlining performance metrics for each piece of content created.
- Edited existing copy when necessary to ensure accuracy and clarity.
- Maintained an up-to-date library of all published materials.
- Utilized editing and photography tools to enhance storytelling.
- Planned, produced and edited video projects to maximize engagement.
- Proposed creative ideas to engage followers with different content types and formats.
- Posted original content to client website, updating pages to align with current branding strategies.
Rig Manager
Latshaw Drilling
Tulsa, OK
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed daily operations of the drilling rig, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
- Monitored progress of work on the rig and ensured adherence to safety regulations and environmental policies.
- Ensured all personnel were properly trained in safety procedures and equipment use.
- Coordinated with operators to ensure their expectations were met or exceeded.
- Supervised a team of up to 20 workers, providing guidance and instruction when needed.
- Developed operational plans for upcoming projects, including budgets and timelines.
- Resolved any conflicts between crew members or between crew members and management.
- Provided technical support during drilling operations as required.
- Maintained records of maintenance activities on the rig, including repairs, inspections.
- Performed regular inspections of the rig to identify potential issues before they become problems.
- Responsible for maintaining accurate records related to personnel, materials, supplies and services used on the rig.
- Investigated incidents involving personnel or equipment failure on the rig while identifying corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Prepared reports summarizing daily activities on the rig for senior management review.
- Assisted in recruiting new employees for positions on the rig as necessary.
- Organized drills simulating emergency situations such as fires or blowouts in order to prepare personnel for real-life events.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure adequate levels of supplies were maintained at all times.
- Enforced company policy related to safety protocols while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Driller
Latshaw Drilling
Tulsa, OK
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Monitored drill bit performance and adjusted accordingly for optimal results.
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of drill pipe threads and connections to maintain quality standards.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
Rig Manager
Latshaw Drilling
Tulsa, OK
02.2018 - 04.2020
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed and monitored crew members to ensure compliance.
- Maintained and operated drilling rig machinery, equipment, pumps, engines, compressors and related tools.
- Responsible for the overall operation of the drill floor and supervision of well operations personnel.
- Monitored daily drilling operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy in accordance with regulations.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that supplies are ordered in a timely manner.
- Conducted pre-job meetings with crew members to discuss safety procedures and operational plans.
- Provided technical advice on the best methods for completing jobs safely and efficiently.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify wear or damage before it affects performance or safety.
- Prepared reports detailing progress made during each shift, including any issues encountered.
Driller
Latshaw Drilling
Tulsa, OK
11.2012 - 02.2018
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of drill pipe threads and connections to maintain quality standards.
- Set up rigs for various types of drills including directional, horizontal and vertical wells.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Provided technical advice when needed regarding appropriate tools and techniques used in drilling operations.
- Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of the drilling process.
- Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
Derrickhand
Keen Operations
Tulsa, OK
10.2010 - 11.2012
- Conducted daily maintenance and repair of derrick components, including winches, hoists, chains, and ropes.
- Tested mud pumps for proper functioning prior to drilling operations.
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from trucks to support drilling operations.
- Conducted regular visual inspections of structural components such as beams, braces, legs, and trusses.
- Communicated regularly with other members of the crew regarding progress on tasks related to derrick work.
- Responded quickly to any changes in conditions that could affect safety onsite.
- Assisted with pipe tallying, rigging up and pipe handling processes.
- Inspected fall arrest systems, harnesses, derricks and hoisting components for safety.
- Monitored mud pumps and drilling fluids to ensure proper parameters were maintained
Motorhand
Keen Operations
Stillwater, OK
10.2009 - 10.2010
- Performed preventive maintenance on motors to ensure proper functioning of equipment.
- Replaced worn-out bearings and other mechanical components as needed.
- Tightened screws, bolts and nuts using wrenches, pliers and screwdrivers.
- Cleaned engine parts using solvents and brushes to remove dirt and debris.
- Checked oil levels in the engines to ensure adequate lubrication of moving parts.
- Completed routine inspections and daily preventive maintenance services.
Floorhand
Latshaw Drilling
Tulsa, OK
04.2006 - 10.2009
- Assisted with rigging up and down operations on the drill floor.
- Operated tongs to make up or break out drill pipe connections.
- Cleaned and maintained the rig floor area to ensure a safe working environment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts or cranes as needed.
- Assisted crew making connections and tripping pipe.
Education
High School Diploma -
Union High School
Tulsa, OK05.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering
Rogers State University
Claremore, OKSkills
- Deadline Management
- Organization
- Great communication abilities with people of different educational levels
- Leading men and creating successful environments on various rig types
Accomplishments
- Received rig of the year honors in the Permian Basin in 2021 on Latshaw Rig #19
- Received the #1 rig ranking at Latshaw Drilling three consecutive quarters in 2022-23.
- Drilled the most footage at Latshaw drilling on rig #19 in 2020-2021.
- 3 year incident free safety award on Rig #30 from 2018-2020.
Certification
- Wild Well supervisor level well control
- Forklift Certified
- Manlift Certified
- Fall protection certified
- Rig pass certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Training Department Content Creator
Latshaw Drilling
05.2023 - Current
Rig Manager
Latshaw Drilling
07.2021 - 05.2023
Driller
Latshaw Drilling
04.2020 - 07.2021
Rig Manager
Latshaw Drilling
02.2018 - 04.2020
Driller
Latshaw Drilling
11.2012 - 02.2018
Derrickhand
Keen Operations
10.2010 - 11.2012
Motorhand
Keen Operations
10.2009 - 10.2010
Floorhand
Latshaw Drilling
04.2006 - 10.2009
High School Diploma -
Union High School
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering
Rogers State University
- Wild Well supervisor level well control
- Forklift Certified
- Manlift Certified
- Fall protection certified
- Rig pass certified
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