Xzavier Newkirk
Kenansville
Summary
Dynamic Drilling Assistant with hands-on experience at Bridger Drilling, skilled in drill string assembly and well control procedures. Proven ability to enhance team performance through effective collaboration and problem-solving. Committed to safety and operational excellence, contributing to the successful completion of projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Drilling Assistant
Bridger Drilling
04.2023 - 11.2025
- Assisted in the operation and maintenance of drilling equipment and tools.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and operational guidelines on site.
- Collaborated with drill crew to optimize drilling processes and reduce downtime.
- Monitored drilling parameters, recording data for analysis and reporting.
- Conducted routine inspections of drilling machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in training new hires on standard operating procedures, helping them become valuable contributors to the team quickly.
- Contributed to safe working conditions by actively participating in safety meetings and drills.
- Assisted in the successful completion of drilling projects by providing timely support to the Drilling Supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Duplin High School
Beulaville, NCSkills
- Drill string assembly
- Managed pressure drilling
- Well control procedures
- Extended reach drilling
- Rigging techniques
- Logging while drilling
- Wireline operations
- Casing running
- Tool inspection
- Torque monitoring
- Preventative maintenance
- Soil sampling
- Daily inspections
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Well installation
- Time management
Accomplishments
CPR certified, also osha-30
Timeline
Drilling Assistant
Bridger Drilling
04.2023 - 11.2025
High School Diploma -
East Duplin High School