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Travis Knippers

Deridder,La

Summary

Drill site supervisor with 14 years of experience at Hess Corporation, specializing in managing daily rig operations across diverse domestic and international projects. Proven leadership abilities complemented by strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. Committed to delivering results through decisive and solution-focused strategies. Seeking to leverage extensive industry knowledge in a company representative role within the petroleum sector.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Company Drilling/Completion/Work Over Rep

Hess Corp
Domestic and Overseas
01.2011 - Current
  • Supervised drilling, completion and workover operations, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
  • Coordinated daily activities by managing crew assignments and resource allocation.
  • Trained junior crew members on drilling techniques and safety practices.
  • Collaborated with geologists to evaluate optimal drilling parameters.
  • Implemented operational improvements to enhance efficiency in drilling processes.
  • Monitored well conditions to identify potential hazards and prevent incidents.
  • Managed documentation of drilling operations, maintaining records for compliance audits.
  • Facilitated effective communication between field teams and management regarding project updates.
  • Work with dual-activity drill rigs during operations to ensure all operations are mitigating flat time to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
  • Worked on batch set operations to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Performed drill stem testing on exploratory wells to determine production and reliability predictions.

Toolpusher

Diamond Offshore Drilling
01.2007 - 11.2011
  • Facilitated operator drilling program and managed daily rig operations.
  • Supervised drilling operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
  • Coordinated equipment maintenance and inspections to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Managed crew assignments and trained personnel on safety procedures.
  • Conducted daily safety briefings to promote awareness among team members.
  • Maintained accurate logs of drilling activities and equipment usage for reporting purposes.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting problems that may occur during drilling operations.
  • Provided technical advice on the best methods for completing jobs safely and efficiently.
  • Monitored daily drilling operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy in accordance with regulations.
  • Coordinated and delegated responsibilities among crews to optimize rig performance.
  • Oversaw drilling activities, maintenance, and special projects on-site.
  • Prevented and resolved well control issues through proactive measures.
  • Prepared nightly paperwork and reports in compliance with IADC standards.
  • Acted as communication liaison between rig personnel and corporate offices.
  • Maintained strong relationships with drilling contractors and supervisors.
  • Leveraged 14 years of deep water drilling experience in Gulf of Mexico, Indonesia, and Brazil.

Driller

Diamond Offshore Gulf of Mexico
01.2005 - 01.2007

Asst-Driller

Diamond Offshore Indonesia, Gulf of Mexico
01.2001 - 01.2005

Education

High School Diploma -

Hornbeck High School
05-1996

Skills

  • Drilling, completion, and workover operations
  • Prevent and troubleshoot well control situations
  • Regulatory adherence
  • Project coordination
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Operational efficiency
  • Hazard identification
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Customer relations
  • Team leadership
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety compliance
  • Resource management
  • Well monitoring
  • Technical documentation
  • Crew leadership

Certification

  • IADC Well Control, Supervisor Drilling Operations, Workover and Completions, Surface/Subsea Oct 2024
  • OPITO Approved THUET with CA-EBS Feb 2022
  • OIM Marshall Islands, 2008
  • Offshore Installation Manager Unrestricted, 2008
  • Able Seaman, 2008
  • GMDSS Marshall Islands, 2008
  • Able Seaman Marshall Island, 2008
  • Transportation worker identification, 2008
  • GMDSS Radio License, 2007

Training

  • Confined Space Entry, 2010
  • Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting Team Leader, 2010
  • Helicopter Underwater Egress, 2010
  • Personal Survival Techniques/STCW, 2010
  • Emergency First Aid/STCW, 2010
  • Offshore Installation Manager, 2008
  • Stability & Ballast Control, 2000
  • GMDSS Radio Training, 2007
  • Stuck Pipe Prevention Program, 2004
  • Able Seaman Course, 2003
  • Survival Craft Proficiencies, 2003
  • WellCAP/Supervisor, 2009
  • Safety Leadership, 2006
  • Top Drive Operations/Maintenance, National Oilwell Varco, 2005
  • Hydralift Operator PM & Inspection, National Oilwell Varco, 2005
  • Hydralift SDI Training, National Oilwell Varco, 2005

References

  • Jason Sapp, Hess Corp Sr Manager Drilling and Completions (713)702-0225 jsapp@hess.com
  • Keith Thomas, Hess Corp Sr Manager Drilling and Completions (281) 744-3419 akthomas@hess.com
  • Chad Hornsby, Hess Corp Field Supervisor, (318) 542-6578 chornsby@hess.com

Phone Numbers

(337) 208-8153

Timeline

Company Drilling/Completion/Work Over Rep

Hess Corp
01.2011 - Current

Toolpusher

Diamond Offshore Drilling
01.2007 - 11.2011

Driller

Diamond Offshore Gulf of Mexico
01.2005 - 01.2007

Asst-Driller

Diamond Offshore Indonesia, Gulf of Mexico
01.2001 - 01.2005

High School Diploma -

Hornbeck High School

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