Darin Melton
Twin Falls
Summary
Skilled equipment operator with a strong focus on safety compliance and technical troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance team performance through innovative solutions and effective collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hydro Vacking
Extreme Hydro Vac
Twin Falls
01.2026 - Current
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team performance and project outcomes.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve product-related issues.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Leveraged technical skills to troubleshoot complex problems and implement effective solutions.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
Directional and horizontal driller
Tilsontech
Portland
06.2021 - 01.2026
- Operated drilling equipment to extract resources efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance on drilling machinery and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to develop strategic drilling plans that optimized resource extraction.
- Monitored safety procedures to ensure a secure work environment.
- Assisted in training new personnel on drilling techniques and safety standards.
- Logged daily drilling activities and maintained accurate records.
- Resolved minor mechanical issues during drilling operations promptly.
- Communicated progress updates to supervisors and team members regularly.
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
- Monitored drill bit performance and adjusted accordingly for optimal results.
- Communicated effectively with customers throughout the duration of each job.
- Monitored supply levels and ordered spare parts for drilling operations.
- Operated controls to stabilize machines and position and align drills.
- Set up rigs for various types of drills including directional, horizontal and vertical wells.
- Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
- Drilled or bore holes in rock for blasting, grouting and anchoring.
- Read and interpreted operation and parameter sheets to effectively complete each job.
- Proposed innovative solutions that improved drilling processes and team efficiency.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely resolutions to issues with thorough and friendly service.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Directional Driller
Blue lakes Utilities
Nampa
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Operated directional drilling equipment for precise underground installations.
- Supported maintenance of safety standards on job sites, contributing to a safer working environment.
- Collaborated with team members to develop drilling plans and techniques, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Monitored equipment performance and promptly reported issues to supervisors, ensuring continuous operational reliability.
- Conducted pre-job inspections of tools and machinery for optimal functionality.
- Followed company protocols for environmental protection during drilling activities.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance operational skills and knowledge.
- Documented daily operations and maintained accurate logs for project tracking.
- Maintained efficient list of all directional tools and performed surveys on associated equipment.
- Maintained company assets and locations and verified adequacy of supplies and equipment.
- Implemented safety training for new employees, effectively minimizing accidents.
- Prepared rig maintenance strategies and performed regular inspection on all drilling requirements.
- Adhered strictly to all applicable laws and regulations governing the use of heavy machinery in oilfield environments.
- Provided technical advice regarding problems encountered during directional drilling operations.
- Coordinated with suppliers regarding delivery of necessary supplies for completion of job assignments.
- Operated directional drilling rigs and related equipment to drill wells for oil, gas, and water.
- Oversaw drilling operations of rig site and maintained compliance with drilling objectives.
- Documented technical data and events ensuring precision of final reports.
- Assisted with the development of plans for wellbore trajectories prior to drilling operations.
- Participated in risk assessments prior to commencing work activities in order to identify potential hazards or risks.
- Established procedures for safe handling of hazardous materials at rig sites.
- 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.
- Counted sections of drill rod to determine depths of boreholes.
- Drilled or bore holes in rock for blasting, grouting and anchoring.
- Operated controls to stabilize machines and position and align drills.
Locator
Eureka Construction
Twin Falls
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Operated advanced locating equipment to identify underground utility lines.
- Collaborated with construction teams to enhance safety and accuracy in site assessments.
- Conducted detailed surveys of job sites for effective project planning and execution.
- Assisted in training junior locators on best practices and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of utility locations for future reference and compliance.
- Communicated with clients to gather project requirements and provide updates.
- Analyzed site conditions to recommend adjustments for efficient workflow processes.
- Created reports summarizing findings and proposing solutions for complex projects to inform decision-making.
- Prepared written reports summarizing findings from field investigations and research projects.
- Developed relationships with local government officials responsible for maintaining public records.
- Updated internal databases with new information gathered during field investigations.
- Adhered to all safety protocols when visiting remote locations for field work assignments.
- Mapped locations of utility lines and marked existing utilities to support future project planning.
- Located and determined depths of underground facilities and lines using equipment.
- Trained new locators on industry-specific software and tools.
- Laid out cabling plans and ran through buildings to desired locations.
Education
GED -
FCI Stafford
Arizona City, AZ01-2009
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Field data collection
- Site assessment
- Technical troubleshooting
- Resource management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Training and development
- Team collaboration
- Innovative thinking
- Customer communication
Certification
Osha 10
Timeline
Hydro Vacking
Extreme Hydro Vac
01.2026 - Current
Directional and horizontal driller
Tilsontech
06.2021 - 01.2026
Directional Driller
Blue lakes Utilities
01.2019 - 06.2021
Locator
Eureka Construction
01.2012 - 01.2019
GED -
FCI Stafford