Stefan Pridgen
Joaquin,TX
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Rig Manager
Noram Drilling Company
Midland , TX
11.2021 - Current
- Initiated and fostered productive partnerships.
- Led and promoted safety in personnel performance with goal of working incident-free.
- Supervised, directed and trained drilling rig crew to comply with safety and operational procedures.
- Anticipated, troubleshot and resolved operational and equipment issues to minimize rig downtime.
- Addressed and resolved team members and customer concerns and disputes to build cohesive workgroup.
- Determined and coordinated optimum drilling conditions based on experience, utilization of data or optimized drilling programs.
- Planned preventive maintenance and replaced supplies to operate and maintain rig equipment.
- Managed rig operations, production, maintenance and costs to meet business objectives.
- Used basic management concepts and principles to delegate, motivate and discipline staff.
- Inspected and maintained rig and equipment to strive for continual improvement and meet production criteria.
- Maintained financial accuracy when handling over $[Amount] in revenue each day.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Supervised staff of 24 personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.
Driller
Noram Drilling Company
Midland , TX
05.2015 - 11.2021
- Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
- Managed project components such as rig operations, providing quotations, equipment management and HSE compliance.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Trained and supervised all site personnel.
- Led, managed and supervised drilling contractors and service company personnel in daily drilling operations, well construction and well test operations.
- Managed and completed well modification and stimulation programs, bolstering oil and gas recovery.
- Led, coached and directed tool pushers and drillers in daily drilling program operations
- Monitored, executed and documented drilling operations on conventional jack-up rigs and cyber-rigs
Derrickhand
Noram Drilling Company
Midland, Texas
03.2013 - 05.2015
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
- Weighed clay and mixed with water and chemicals to make drilling mud.
- Formulated decisions on drilling practices to improve operational efficiency and prevent operational problems.
- Performed preventive maintenance and basic repairs on workover rigs by checking fluids, hydraulic and transmission levels.
- Used hydraulic clamps to tighten and loosen sections of piping.
Oilfield Floorhand
Noram Drilling Company
Midland, TX
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Verified job safety analysis (JSA) and correctness of obtained permits prior to starting new jobs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Joaquin High School
Joaquin, TX 05.2008 - 05.2008
Welding Certificate -
Panola College
Carthage, TX 05.2008 - 05.2008
Skills
Strategic planning
Financial Management
Business administration
Staff Management
Budgeting
Self-Motivated
Problem-Solving
Maintenance and Repair
Good Telephone Etiquette
Timeline
Rig Manager
Noram Drilling Company
11.2021 - Current
Driller
Noram Drilling Company
05.2015 - 11.2021
Derrickhand
Noram Drilling Company
03.2013 - 05.2015
Oilfield Floorhand
Noram Drilling Company
03.2012 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
Joaquin High School
05.2008 - 05.2008
Welding Certificate -
Panola College
05.2008 - 05.2008