Steve Rubio
Roswell,NM
Summary
Competent Lead Operator operates heavy machinery, production machinery and material moving equipment. Comfortable working in loud and noisy environments and experienced in managing groups of employees in production environment. Excellent problem-solving and communication talents. Consistently meets strict production deadlines and quality benchmarks. Competent professional with demonstrated skills in balancing loads, maintaining equipment, and coordinating operations. Good technical and repair knowledge combined with superior work ethic and team-oriented approach. Highly observant, well-organized and proficient in SCADA management. Talented Operator proficient in assembly line work. Brings resourceful approach to meeting task expectations on tight deadlines. Promotes successful production support at all levels.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Operator
Sweatt Construction
Artesia, NM
06.2018 - Current
- Monitored machine operations and ensured adherence to safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to increase production efficiency.
- Performed daily maintenance checks and troubleshooting of equipment malfunctions.
- Trained new employees on safe operating procedures and job responsibilities.
- Reviewed quality control data and identified areas for improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed, materials used, and production output.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of raw materials.
- Provided technical support to other departments within the organization.
- Ensured all machinery was properly calibrated prior to use in production runs.
- Resolved issues related to production processes or personnel conflicts promptly.
- Generated reports on operational performance metrics for management review.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to identify potential problems early on.
- Oversaw staff schedules and assigned tasks according to workload requirements.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved
- Analyzed customer feedback to develop strategies for improving product quality.
- Delegated tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and expertise, leading to increase in productivity and workflows.
- Maintained high-level communication with direct supervisors to support rapid issue resolution.
- Received and processed written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Cleaned and lubricated equipment on regular schedules to maintain life of machinery and achieve consistent operations.
- Created and maintained daily activity logs to track ongoing operational performance.
- Maintained tools by cleaning before and after each shift.
- Detailed plant activities, noting concerns and issues and disseminated reports to management.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
Derrickhand
RFC Drilling
Odessa , TX
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Inspected derrick structures to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted daily maintenance and repair of derrick components, including winches, hoists, chains, and ropes.
- Performed routine inspections of drill pipe before and after use.
- Assisted in the installation and removal of blowout preventers at well sites.
- Tested mud pumps for proper functioning prior to drilling operations.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly secured during drilling activities.
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from trucks to support drilling operations.
- Operated cranes and other heavy machinery when necessary for derrick work.
- Maintained records of all materials used in the construction or repair of a derrick structure.
- Monitored gauges on the rig floor to determine pressure levels within the wellbore.
- Conducted regular visual inspections of structural components such as beams, braces, legs, and trusses.
- Assisted in rigging operations by attaching cables to lifting devices or hoisting equipment.
- 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.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that all procedures were followed correctly when working with a derrick structure.
- Assisted with pipe tallying, rigging up and pipe handling processes.
- Maintained clean worksite, equipment and tools to promote efficiency and effectiveness.
- Inspected fall arrest systems, harnesses, derricks and hoisting components for safety.
- Performed routine repairs and preventive maintenance on rigs and circulation machinery.
- Monitored mud pump manifolds and guided pipes to drill holes.
- Pulled and laid rods, tubing and casing using forklifts and winches.
- Mixed drilling fluids and handled hazardous chemicals.
- Assisted with mud house and chemical sack room procedures.
- Mixed mud, water and chemicals to attain required viscosity and pumped mud into bore hole.
- Served on crew that maintained service rigs and performed day-to-day operation.
- Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures.
- Mastered complete derrick design, managed derrick operation and read and tracked console readings.
Derrickhand
Silver Oak Drilling
Artesia, NM
07.2011 - 06.2018
- Inspected derrick structures to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted daily maintenance and repair of derrick components, including winches, hoists, chains, and ropes.
- Performed routine inspections of drill pipe before and after use.
- Assisted in the installation and removal of blowout preventers at well sites.
- Tested mud pumps for proper functioning prior to drilling operations.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly secured during drilling activities.
- Operated cranes and other heavy machinery when necessary for derrick work.
- Maintained records of all materials used in the construction or repair of a derrick structure.
- Monitored gauges on the rig floor to determine pressure levels within the wellbore.
- Checked alignment of drill pipes prior to lowering them into the wellbore.
- Repaired downhole tools as needed while performing maintenance on a derrick structure.
- 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.
- Maintained clean worksite, equipment and tools to promote efficiency and effectiveness.
- Performed routine repairs and preventive maintenance on rigs and circulation machinery.
- Monitored mud pump manifolds and guided pipes to drill holes.
- Pulled and laid rods, tubing and casing using forklifts and winches.
- Mixed drilling fluids and handled hazardous chemicals.
- Assisted with mud house and chemical sack room procedures.
- Mixed mud, water and chemicals to attain required viscosity and pumped mud into bore hole.
- Served on crew that maintained service rigs and performed day-to-day operation.
- Operated and maintained drill rigs and performed repairs and service on drilling equipment.
- Inspected derricks for flaws and cleaned and oiled derricks to maintain proper drilling operation.
- Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures.
- Mastered complete derrick design, managed derrick operation and read and tracked console readings.
Labor\ Construction
Elwell construction
Roswell , NM
06.2010 - 07.2011
- Assisted in the installation of drywall, doors, and windows.
- Lifted and transported heavy materials to designated areas on construction sites.
- Cleaned up construction debris and hazardous materials from work sites.
- Maintained tools and equipment used in construction activities.
- Operated power tools such as saws, drills, and grinders safely.
- Set up scaffolding for workers to access higher levels of buildings.
- Performed general maintenance tasks such as painting, sanding, staining.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times during work hours.
- Assembled forms for concrete pours with appropriate hardware and braces.
- Loaded and unloaded building supplies from delivery trucks onto job sites.
- Installed insulation into walls using hand tools or staple guns.
- Repaired damaged structures including roofs, floors, walls.
- Monitored the progress of projects to ensure completion within deadlines.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks.
- Inspected completed work to ensure quality standards were met.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
Welder Helper
T and R Pipeline
Houston , TX
04.2008 - 05.2010
- Set up welding machines according to specifications by adjusting current and voltage; selecting correct filler rods and fluxes; and setting gas flow rate.
- Assist in laying out, cutting, fabricating and fitting of metal components prior to welding.
- Perform manual or semi-automatic welding processes such as shielded metal arc, gas tungsten arc and gas metal arc.
- Grind, file, buff and smooth welds using grinders, drills, wire brushes and other tools.
- Clean work area after completing assignments.
- Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet standards or specifications.
- Repair broken or cracked parts using appropriate welding techniques.
- Transport equipment between worksites when required.
- Follow safety protocols at all times while operating equipment and working with hazardous materials.
- Maintain an adequate supply of filler metals for use in the welding process.
- Check for proper fit of parts before beginning any welding operation.
- Position pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures or other type of supports as needed.
- Replace worn electrodes on welding machines as necessary.
- Train new employees in basic welding procedures and safety practices.
- Operate forklifts or cranes when moving large items from one location to another.
- Brought supplies, equipment and tools to work locations.
- Followed safety procedures with equipment to prevent injuries and accomplish tasks on time.
- Heated, formed and dressed metal parts with hand tools, torch, and arc welding equipment.
- Set up and tended equipment with machine operators to complete runs.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
Roustabout\welder Helper
B and H Maintenance and Construction
Carlsbad , NM
06.2006 - 02.2008
- Inspected and operated pumps, valves, and pipelines for oil wells.
- Maintained pressure gauges and flow meters to ensure proper operation of equipment.
- Assisted in the repair and maintenance of machinery on well sites.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials from one area to another.
- Performed daily safety checks on all equipment used on rigs and well sites.
- Monitored drilling operations for compliance with applicable regulations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and transported tools, supplies, and other materials using trucks or trailers.
- Set up containment systems around drill sites to protect the environment from contamination.
- Assisted in the installation of production tubing into wellheads as needed.
- Repaired or replaced broken parts on pumps, motors, engines, valves.
- Conducted routine tests on wells to monitor their performance.
- Participated in job site clean-up activities such as removing debris from areas surrounding rigs and wells.
- Installed pipes for water lines or gas lines in accordance with local codes.
- Performed general maintenance tasks such as painting structures or cleaning tanks.
- Provided assistance during emergency situations such as fires or spills.
- Operated cranes or hoists when loading and unloading heavy objects at rig sites.
- Dismantled equipment to and cleaned or performed regular maintenance.
- Transported equipment from one job site to another.
- Participated in company safety meetings to learn different ways to alleviate accidents.
- Worked on job sites and assigned locations, installing and repairing pipes, valves and pumps.
- Handled various manual operating and maintenance tasks as directed by company's policies and standards.
- Safely operated forklift and aerial lift to move machinery around floor.
- Used electronic detectors to locate and repair leaks.
Derrickhand
Double K Drilling
Odessa, TX
- Inspected derrick structures to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Performed routine inspections of drill pipe before and after use.
- Assisted in the installation and removal of blowout preventers at well sites.
- Tested mud pumps for proper functioning prior to drilling operations.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly secured during drilling activities.
- Operated cranes and other heavy machinery when necessary for derrick work.
- Maintained records of all materials used in the construction or repair of a derrick structure.
- Checked alignment of drill pipes prior to lowering them into the wellbore.
- Assisted in rigging operations by attaching cables to lifting devices or hoisting equipment.
- Responded quickly to any changes in conditions that could affect safety onsite.
- Assisted with pipe tallying, rigging up and pipe handling processes.
- Maintained clean worksite, equipment and tools to promote efficiency and effectiveness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saint Gregory High School
Hemet, CA06-2023
Skills
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety Compliance
- Understanding of quality control
- Familiarity with production scheduling
- Production Scheduling
- Machine Maintenance
- Team Player
- Workflow Optimization
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Project Management
- Hand and power tools
- Continuous Improvement
- Materials Handling
- Loading and unloading
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Commercial construction experience
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Valid Driver's License
- Heavy Lifting
- Machine Operation
- Effective Communication
- Staff Management
Timeline
Lead Operator
Sweatt Construction
06.2018 - Current
Derrickhand
RFC Drilling
07.2017 - 06.2018
Derrickhand
Silver Oak Drilling
07.2011 - 06.2018
Labor\ Construction
Elwell construction
06.2010 - 07.2011
Welder Helper
T and R Pipeline
04.2008 - 05.2010
Roustabout\welder Helper
B and H Maintenance and Construction
06.2006 - 02.2008
Derrickhand
Double K Drilling
High School Diploma -
Saint Gregory High School
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