Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Brendan Oskam

Coaldale,AB

Summary

I am a young, hardworking individual, capable of working in an individual or team environment. I have experience working leasehand, floorhand, and motorhand positions on a drilling rig. I am punctual, neat, organized, and detail oriented.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Motorhand

Excalibur Drilling Ltd.
10.2022 - Current
  • Used hand and power tools safely and efficiently, following manufacturer and company directions.
  • Listened carefully to supervisors to understand directions and then carried out all work responsibilities efficiently.
  • Performed manual operating and maintenance duties in compliance with company quality standards.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Washed drilling rig and performed regular maintenance and inspections.
  • Reported to driller about machine malfunctions or other problems.
  • Setup and cleaned up drill rigging area.
  • Cleaned up and inspected equipment after use.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
  • Maintained and monitored mud tanks and mud pumps during operations
  • Used iron roughnecks, tongs and slips to properly handle and connect sections of drill pipe.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and basic repairs by checking fluids, hydraulic and transmission levels.
  • Performed housekeeping on rig floor by cleaning equipment and removing debris from rig stairs.
  • Assisted with derrick assembly and disassembly.
  • Reported on mud conditions, machinery operations and site inspections.

Journeyman Plumber & Gasfitter Class B

Aquatech Plumbing & Heating
06.2018 - 10.2022
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
  • Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
  • Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
  • Operated hand/power tools to complete jobs quickly and safely.
  • Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.

Education

Apprenticeship - Plumber & Gasfitter Class B

Lethbridge Collegiate Institute
Lethbridge, AB
03.2022

High School Diploma -

Calvin Christian School
Coalhurst, AB
06.2017

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • PPE Compliance
  • Self-Motivated
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Experience with Hand/Power tools
  • Mechanically Inclined
  • Capable of lifting 100 Pounds
  • Neat, Organized, Detail Oriented
  • Multitasking Abilities

Certification

-H2S Alive

-First Aid

-Confined Space Entry & Rescue

-Fall Protection for Rig Work

-Fall Rescue for Rig Work

-Valid Drivers License

-Red Seal Plumber & Gasfitter (B)

Timeline

Motorhand

Excalibur Drilling Ltd.
10.2022 - Current

Journeyman Plumber & Gasfitter Class B

Aquatech Plumbing & Heating
06.2018 - 10.2022

Apprenticeship - Plumber & Gasfitter Class B

Lethbridge Collegiate Institute

High School Diploma -

Calvin Christian School
Brendan Oskam