Steven Cantu
Beeville,TX
Summary
Professional with experience in drilling operations and wellsite activities, prepared for high-demand roles in oil and gas industry. Skilled in equipment handling, safety procedures, and efficient task execution. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results in fast-paced environments. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring seamless operations and safety compliance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Floorhand
H&P Drilling
Tulsa Oklahoma
07.2025 - Current
- Operated drilling equipment safely and efficiently to support daily operations.
- Assisted in rig maintenance tasks, ensuring equipment reliability and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to execute drilling procedures effectively and on schedule.
- Monitored drilling fluid levels, making adjustments based on operational needs.
Derrickhand
Newman Operating
Freer, TX
01.2020 - 07.2025
- Operated drilling equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standards.
- Assisted in rig maintenance, enhancing equipment reliability and performance.
- Monitored drilling parameters, promptly reporting anomalies to supervisors.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute efficient drilling operations.
- Maintained proper fluid levels in the mud pits, ensuring smooth operation throughout the drilling process.
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
- Expedited wellbore cleanouts by effectively managing high-pressure pumping systems for efficient circulation rates.
Crew Pusher
A Green Solution
Rockport, TX
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Oversaw daily crew operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored new team members on equipment usage and safety practices.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, ensuring optimal functionality and compliance with safety guidelines.
- Coordinated daily tasks among team members, enhancing workflow efficiency and communication.
- Kept close eye on gauge readouts and listened to machinery to assess current conditions and adjust settings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Falfurrias High School
Falfurrias, TX05.2007
Skills
- Equipment setup
- Rig operation expertise
- Basic mechanical skills
- Floor equipment
- Rigging up
- Safety equipment use
- Tong operation
- Teamwork
- Fast learner
Certification
Forklift certification
Man lift certification
H2S certification
Timeline
Floorhand
H&P Drilling
07.2025 - Current
Derrickhand
Newman Operating
01.2020 - 07.2025
Crew Pusher
A Green Solution
01.2017 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Falfurrias High School