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Matthew Griffith

Seymour

Summary

Safety oriented carpenter that is able to complete any aspect of the project in a safe and timely manor. I adhere to all company rules and policies.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Driller

Two-eight drilling
Conyers
12.2024 - Current
  • Communicated effectively with customers throughout the duration of each job.
  • Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
  • Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
  • Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
  • Inspected mud tanks and other components of the rig floor to identify any potential problems or hazards.
  • Monitored drill bit performance and adjusted accordingly for optimal results.
  • Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
  • Calculated loads necessary for lifting heavy objects onto or off the rig platform safely.
  • Consulted with engineers regarding design specifications for each project.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
  • Provided technical advice when needed regarding appropriate tools and techniques used in drilling operations.
  • Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies pertaining to health and safety regulations.
  • Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of the drilling process.
  • Developed strategies for dealing with difficult terrain or weather conditions while operating a drill rig.
  • Set up rigs for various types of drills including directional, horizontal and vertical wells.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
  • Conducted regular inspections of drill pipe threads and connections to maintain quality standards.
  • Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
  • Maintained adequate quantities of supplies and spare parts for drilling operations.
  • Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase.

Fixed Maintenance/ Blast Hole Driller

Vulcan Materials
Kodak
07.2014 - 12.2024
  • Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
  • Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
  • Analyzed soil samples taken from the drill hole in order to determine geology information about the area being drilled into.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
  • Consulted with engineers regarding design specifications for each project.
  • Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of the drilling process.
  • Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
  • Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
  • Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
  • Monitored drill bit performance and adjusted accordingly for optimal results.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies pertaining to health and safety regulations.
  • Conducted regular inspections of drill pipe threads and connections to maintain quality standards.
  • Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.

• Welded and torch cut steel to fabricate chutes for aggregate processing plant

• repair and replace conveyor belts, frame work, and rollers

• install and repair electric motors, gears boxes, and belt line pulleys

Lead Carpenter

Christopulus and kennedy
Knoxville
05.2005 - 06.2014
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on power tools and other equipment used by the carpentry team.
  • Performed finish work such as trimming doors, windows, installing countertops, cabinetry.
  • Inspected job sites prior to beginning work to identify any potential safety issues.

• Erected various types of scaffolding to work at elevated areas.

• Build or install framework for walls, install acoustical ceilings, install/repair/ and replace drywall, painting

• Ability to read blue prints and building plans. Make materials list and translate to a finished product

Education

High School Diploma -

Seymour High School
Seymour, TN
05-2005

Skills

  • Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saw
  • Read and comprehend specifications in sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout, determine dimensions and estimate materials required
  • Assemble and fasten materials to make framework or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue
  • Build, repair, install, and/or deconstruct crates, boxes, cabinets, walls, furniture, doors, frameworks, floors, and other fixtures
  • Erect, inspect, and dismantle scaffolding for use above ground level
  • Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace
  • Install walls, paneling, ceiling, doors and fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, and trim, or hardware
  • Finish surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in buildings
  • Inspect, install, remove and repair ceiling or floor tile, carpet, wall coverings, siding or woodwork
  • Construct forms and chutes for pouring concrete
  • Apply shock-absorbing, sound-deadening, and decorative paneling to ceilings and walls
  • Knowledge of drawings, materials, tools and methods involved in the construction or repair of buildings and other structures
  • Other tasks as assigned by management
  • Abide by the principles of Safe Conduct of Research including being personally responsible for ensuring safe operations by raising safety concerns, using a questioning attitude, considering hazards for every task, and never stop learning

Timeline

Driller

Two-eight drilling
12.2024 - Current

Fixed Maintenance/ Blast Hole Driller

Vulcan Materials
07.2014 - 12.2024

Lead Carpenter

Christopulus and kennedy
05.2005 - 06.2014

High School Diploma -

Seymour High School
Matthew Griffith