William Strachan
Williamsport,PA
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Motorhand
Precision Drilling Company
Williamsport, PA
10.2023 - Current
- Operated motor hand tools, such as grinders, drills, and saws, to fabricate or repair parts.
- Inspected motor components for defects and replaced damaged parts with new ones.
- Performed preventive maintenance on motors to ensure proper functioning of equipment.
- Replaced worn-out bearings and other mechanical components as needed.
- Cleaned engine parts using solvents and brushes to remove dirt and debris.
- Tightened screws, bolts and nuts using wrenches, pliers and screwdrivers.
- Repaired wiring systems that control ignition timing or fuel injection systems.
- Tested and repaired electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms and control systems.
- Tested equipment to locate damaged or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions.
- Utilized speed gauges and thermometers to test equipment for overheating.
- Completed routine inspections and daily preventive maintenance services.
- Checked oil levels in the engines to ensure adequate lubrication of moving parts.
- Installed spark plugs, fuel lines, filters and other electrical components in engines.
- Adjusted timing belts and tension pulleys in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
Oilfield Floorhand
Precision Drilling Company
Williamsport, PA
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisted in the rigging up and down of drilling rigs for oil wells.
- Operated power tongs to make-up or break-out drill pipe, casing and tubing.
- Identified potential hazards, communicated them to supervisors, and took appropriate action to mitigate risks.
- Cleaned mud pits, tanks, separators, degassers and other equipment as needed.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety rules and regulations.
- Monitored well control systems during drilling operations for pressure indications or other irregularities that could cause problems with the well bore or production system.
- Inspected blowout preventer systems on a regular basis for wear and tear and reported any issues found to supervisor immediately.
- Conducted routine inspections of mud pumps and motors for proper operation prior to use.
- Followed instructions given by driller regarding depth increments when tripping pipe into hole or pulling out of hole.
- Maintained clean and hazard-free work areas to attain operational safety and regulatory compliance.
- Assisted with setting up and taking down drilling rig and various equipment.
- Mixed, weighed or measured and monitored shaker and mud tank operations.
Millwright Apprentice
Hudson Sheet Metal
Richmond, VA
11.2019 - 08.2022
- Performed routine maintenance on industrial equipment.
- Inspected and replaced defective parts in machines.
- Adjusted valves, belts, shafts and other moving parts of equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Assisted with the installation of new motors and drives.
- Read blueprints to determine project requirements.
- Operated forklifts to move heavy machinery into place for installation or repair purposes.
- Maintained records of all repairs performed on machinery.
Education
GED -
Florida GED Program
Saint Augustine, FL07-2018
Some College (No Degree) - English/Education
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VASkills
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Hydraulic systems
- Machine Operation
- Schematic Interpretation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Heavy Lifting
- Welding expertise
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Pressure testing
- Rigging operations
- Metal Fabrication
- Power Tools Operation
- Welding Techniques
- Seal replacement
- Pneumatic Systems
Timeline
Motorhand
Precision Drilling Company
10.2023 - Current
Oilfield Floorhand
Precision Drilling Company
08.2022 - 10.2023
Millwright Apprentice
Hudson Sheet Metal
11.2019 - 08.2022
GED -
Florida GED Program
Some College (No Degree) - English/Education
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College