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Sheldon Gaudreau

Grande Prairie

Summary

Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive drilling rig experience, skilled in multiple types of heavy equipment operating, and effective communication. Proven track record of reducing downtime through proactive troubleshooting and enhancing safety protocols. Adept at performing thorough equipment inspections and fostering teamwork, ensuring efficient project execution in challenging environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Derrickhand

Bear Drilling
12.2024 - 03.2025
  • Verified and recorded drilling fluid properties at regular intervals to report deviations.
  • Maintained and monitored mud pits and mud pumps during operations to detect unexplained pit level increases and decreases.
  • Reduced downtime through proactive troubleshooting and repair of drilling equipment.
  • Enhanced rig safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of drilling equipment.

Excavator Operator

Wrangler Oilfield Rentals
10.2020 - 03.2024
  • Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and repairing minor mechanical issues with the excavator.
  • Performed equipment inspections before and after each shift, turning in equipment logs to supervisor.
  • Created ramps for smooth movement of heavy loads between site locations.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Midwest
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
  • Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Wolfhead Mining and Discovery
04.2008 - 10.2020
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.

Derrickhand

Ensign Drilling
09.2000 - 03.2008
  • Used iron roughnecks, tongs and slips to properly handle and connect sections of drill pipe.
  • Improved communication between floorhands and drillers by acting as a reliable liaison during critical operations.
  • Used harnesses and platform climbing devices to position and align drill pipe and derrick elements.
  • Fostered culture of safety and efficiency, leading by example and mentoring junior crew members.

Education

NPSS
Fort Saint John BC

Skills

  • Rig operation
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Effective communication skills
  • Equipment inspection

Certification

H2S, CSO, First Aid, Rig rescue, Fall protection

Ground disturbance, Bear aware, WHIMIS, Pipeline training

Timeline

Derrickhand

Bear Drilling
12.2024 - 03.2025

Heavy Equipment Operator

Midwest
09.2023 - 11.2023

Excavator Operator

Wrangler Oilfield Rentals
10.2020 - 03.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

Wolfhead Mining and Discovery
04.2008 - 10.2020

Derrickhand

Ensign Drilling
09.2000 - 03.2008

NPSS

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