Field Access
DrillerDB provides mobile features specifically designed for field workers who need access to project information, reporting tools, and communication capabilities while on the job site.
Quick Start: Field Worker Mobile Setup
- Open app.drillerdb.com on your mobile device
- Log in with your credentials
- Allow location permissions when prompted
- View today's schedule on dashboard
- Tap any job to see details and navigate
Tap any address in DrillerDB to launch navigation in your phone's maps app. This provides turn-by-turn directions to job sites.
Mobile Field Features
| Feature | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Project details | View job specs |
| Tower up/down | Report drilling status |
| GPS check-in | Log arrival/departure |
| Photo upload | Document site conditions |
| Daily log | Record activities |
| Schedule view | See assignments |
All mobile features require an internet connection. Download or screenshot important project details before heading to remote job sites with limited connectivity.
Step-by-Step Workflow
- Open app.drillerdb.com on your mobile device
- Log in with your credentials
- Allow location permissions when prompted
- View today's schedule on dashboard
- Tap any job to see details and navigate
Project Information Access
Field workers can access complete project details from their mobile devices:
Project Details - View well specifications, customer information, drilling parameters, and project notes.
Well Diagrams - View detailed well diagrams with formation data, casing information, and completion details.
Customer Contact - Access customer contact information and communication history. Tap phone numbers to call or addresses to get directions.
Project History - Review previous work orders, service reports, and activity logs.
Field Reporting
Submit field reports from your mobile device:
Tower Up/Down Reports - Log when drilling rigs arrive and depart from job sites. Reports capture GPS location, timestamp, and equipment details.
Daily Activity Logs - Record daily activities, progress updates, and notes. Include drilling depth, formations encountered, and any issues or delays.
Photo Documentation - Capture photos and attach them to field reports. Photos are tagged with GPS coordinates and timestamps.
Equipment Usage - Log equipment usage, fuel consumption, and maintenance needs. Data syncs with inventory and equipment management systems.
GPS Check-Ins
GPS-based check-ins for job site tracking:
Location Verification - Check in at job sites with GPS location capture. Office staff can see field crew locations.
Automated Tracking - GPS check-ins trigger notifications to customers, update project status, and log time tracking data.
Photo Upload and Documentation
Photo documentation for field conditions:
Photo Upload - Take photos with your mobile device and upload them to the project record. Photos are compressed to save mobile data.
Photo Organization - Photos are organized by project, date, and location. Add captions and notes to each image.
Before/After Documentation - Capture before and after photos to document site conditions, well completions, or equipment installations.
Connectivity Requirements
DrillerDB mobile access requires an internet connection:
Before Going Offline - If you'll be working in areas with poor cellular coverage, download or screenshot project details, well diagrams, and customer information before leaving connected areas.
Submitting Data - Field reports, photos, GPS check-ins, and daily logs all require internet connectivity. Wait for a stable connection before submitting data.
Mobile Schedule Access
Mobile schedule features:
Daily Schedule - View assigned projects for the day, including job locations, customer information, and special instructions.
Turn-by-Turn Navigation - Tap any job site address to launch navigation in your mobile maps app.
Schedule Updates - Receive notifications when schedules change, new projects are assigned, or project details are updated.
All mobile features require internet connectivity. If you're in an area with poor coverage, wait until you have a stable connection before submitting field reports, photos, or GPS check-ins.
Troubleshooting
GPS location not working?
- Enable location services in phone settings
- Allow DrillerDB location access when prompted
- Move outdoors for better GPS signal
Field report not submitting?
- Check internet connection
- Verify all required fields are filled
- Try submitting again
Photos not uploading?
- Check file size (large photos may fail)
- Verify internet connection
- Try uploading one photo at a time
Schedule not showing jobs?
- Pull down to refresh
- Check if jobs are assigned to you
- Verify date filter is correct
Related Topics
- Mobile Access - Mobile overview
- Field Reports - Reporting details
- GPS Check-Ins - Location tracking
- Tower Up/Down - Drilling reports
- Scheduling - Schedule management