Eugene Rousso
Claysville
Summary
Dynamic drilling professional with extensive experience at SWN/Expand Drilling, excelling in operational safety and team leadership. Proven track record in optimizing drilling parameters and reducing downtime through effective equipment maintenance. Strong communicator and mentor, creating a culture of continuous improvement and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Driller
Expand
West Alexander, PA
04.2023 - 12.2026
- Assisted in drilling operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Collaborated with drilling team to prepare equipment for efficient operation and maintenance.
- Monitored drilling parameters, recording data for analysis and reporting to senior drillers.
- Executed routine inspections of drilling tools, identifying maintenance needs to minimize downtime.
- Increased safety awareness through conducting thorough pre-job safety meetings and consistently adhering to company protocols.
- Participated in rig-up/rig-down processes, facilitating efficient transitions between different project phases or locations.
- Trained new crew members on proper drilling techniques, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Supported training initiatives for new team members, enhancing knowledge of procedures and safety measures.
- Operated drill floor equipment, contributing to the smooth running of drilling operations.
- Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance on drilling equipment and promptly addressing malfunctions.
Driller
Stoneham Drilling
Alberta Canada
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Operated drilling rigs and equipment to ensure efficient extraction of resources.
- Oversaw drilling operations, maintaining safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
- Mentored junior drillers, enhancing team skills and operational efficiency.
- Analyzed geological data to optimize drilling techniques and procedures.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for drilling equipment, reducing downtime.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards in drilling environments.
- Trained new staff on safety practices and operation of drilling machinery.
- Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
- Increased overall productivity with efficient crew management and clear communication of drilling objectives.
- Facilitated seamless handovers between shifts by maintaining clear documentation and concise shift reports, ensuring smooth continuation of operations without unnecessary delays.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations, adhering to environmental guidelines and reporting requirements throughout all stages of the drilling process.
- Completed comprehensive reports detailing daily progress updates, issues encountered during operations, and future recommendations to improve operation effectiveness.
Core Cutter
Granges Americas
Newport, AR
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Operated core cutting machinery to produce precision components.
- Monitored production quality, ensuring adherence to specifications and safety standards.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Conducted routine maintenance on cutting tools to maintain operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of raw materials and finished products.
- Assisted in training new employees on core cutting procedures, promoting a culture of knowledge sharing within the team.
- Showcased versatility by executing various types of core cuts such as straight, angled, and spiral cuts based on project requirements.
- Reduced material waste by precisely measuring and cutting cores according to specifications.
- Scheduled and prioritized workload with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail, ensuring precise cuts to meet customer requirements and satisfaction.
Driller
Horizontal Well Drillers
Purcell, OK
10.2018 - 09.2021
- Collaborated with project managers to develop drilling plans aligned with project goals.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
- Supervised drill site setup, ensuring proper installation and alignment of drilling equipment for maximum operational efficiency.
- Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
- Trained and supervised all site personnel.
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Provided expertise to support day drilling operations.
- Developed a strong working relationship with drilling contractors and service providers, fostering an environment of collaboration and open communication to achieve project goals.
- Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
- Trained new workers to apply proper drilling techniques and comply with safety procedures.
- Oversaw drilling process and provided troubleshooting support to resolve arising issues.
- Trained new staff on safety practices and operation of drilling machinery.
- Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bastrop High
Bastrop, LA05.2004
Skills
- Drill string assembly
- Well control management
- Team leadership
- Drilling parameter optimization
- Tripping operations
- Coaching and mentoring
- Quality control procedures
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Physical stamina and strength
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Technical report writing
- Torque and drag analysis
- Drill pipe handling
- First aid and CPR certified
- Hole cleaning techniques
- Drilling operations expertise
- Operational safety procedures
- Safety trained
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Backhoe operation
- Safety compliance
- Team supervision
- Emergency procedures
- Drill rig inspection
- SOP implementation
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
Timeline
Assistant Driller
Expand
04.2023 - 12.2026
Driller
Stoneham Drilling
09.2022 - 04.2023
Core Cutter
Granges Americas
02.2022 - 08.2022
Driller
Horizontal Well Drillers
10.2018 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Bastrop High