Zadrian Zapata
San Angelo,TX
Summary
Was bumped up to lead floor hand in 2 months, also received a raise in a year.
Dynamic Derrick Hand with proven expertise at Hydro Resources, skilled in rig operation and teamwork. Enhanced drilling efficiency through meticulous fluid monitoring and proactive maintenance, reducing downtime significantly. Adept at problem-solving and effective communication, ensuring safety and productivity in high-pressure environments. Committed to excellence in all aspects of drilling operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Derrick hand
Hydro Resources
Creedmoor Tx
04.2023 - Current
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure efficient extraction processes.
- Monitored and maintained drilling fluid properties for optimal performance.
- Assisted in rig maintenance, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
- Used iron roughnecks, tongs and slips to properly handle and connect sections of drill pipe.
- Performed preventive maintenance and basic repairs on workover rigs by checking fluids, hydraulic and transmission levels.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to identify potential issues.
- Trained new personnel on operational procedures and safety practices.
- Contributed to successful well completions by assisting in the assembly and disassembly of drilling tools and equipment.
- Improved communication between floorhands and drillers by acting as a reliable liaison during critical operations.
- Maintained proper fluid levels in the mud pits, ensuring smooth operation throughout the drilling process.
- Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties at regular intervals to report deviations.
- Used harnesses and platform climbing devices to position and align Type and Type elements.
- Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
- Reduced downtime by promptly identifying and addressing mechanical issues with rig components.
Laborer
Straight Line Fencing
Menard, TX
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Operated machinery and tools for efficient fence installation and repair.
- Assisted in site preparation, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines.
- Conducted quality checks on materials prior to installation processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Menard Highschool
Menard, TX05.2022
Skills
- Fall protection awareness
- Oilfield terminology
- Wire rope inspection
- Firefighting equipment use
- Rig operation
- Hand signal communication
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Power tools
- Forklift operations
- First aid training
- Confined space entry
- Hazardous materials handling
- Safety regulations
- Well control techniques
- Iron roughneck operation
- Hydraulic jacks
- Pipe handling proficiency
- Mud module operation
- Hydraulic systems operation
- Drawworks experience
- Viscosity analysis
- Generator maintenance
- Derrick inspections
- Mud pumps
- Slips and tongs usage
- Drilling equipment
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Safety trained
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Backhoe operation
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Safety protocols
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Drilling operations
- Repair skills
- Field operations
- Quality control
- Time management abilities
- Maintenance scheduling
- Written communication
- Inventory management
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment maintenance
- Emergency procedures
- Heavy machinery operation
- Equipment inspection
- Stress management
Timeline
Derrick hand
Hydro Resources
04.2023 - Current
Laborer
Straight Line Fencing
06.2022 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Menard Highschool