Aaron Caya
Bolivar,NY
Summary
Seasoned Oilfield Operator with a robust background in drilling operations and production optimization, honed at Dimes Energy and the US Army. Demonstrates exceptional leadership in high-pressure environments and expertise in well control, alongside a commitment to safety and efficiency. Achieved significant improvements in operational effectiveness through strategic risk management and team training.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Oilfield Operator
Dimes Energy
Allegany, NY
05.2023 - Current
- Monitored pressure gauges to ensure optimal flow rates.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Coordinated with other workers to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Assessed risk factors associated with oilfield operations and developed strategies to reduce them.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving hazardous materials.
- Completed basic repairs and escalated major maintenance requirements to proper personnel.
- Inspected wells to detect any potential problems or malfunctions.
- Trained new employees in safe operating procedures for oilfield machinery.
- Kept systems working efficiently to meet daily oil, water and gas production levels.
Pressure Washing Technician
TLC Pressure washing & Lawn Care
Olean, NY
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
- Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
- Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army
Fort Drum, NY
01.2015 - 10.2020
- Practiced hand-to-hand combat techniques to prepare for close-quarters combat situations.
- Administered first aid and battlefield casualty care to injured personnel.
- Followed strict operational security protocols to safeguard mission-critical information.
- Adapted to rapidly changing tactical situations to achieve mission objectives.
- Managed training exercises and battle drill fire teams.
- Spearheaded fire teams during live fire battle drills, close combat training, and MOUT exercises at various locations.
- Conducted daily physical fitness training to maintain combat readiness.
- Submitted work orders for malfunctioning vehicles and inspected each one upon service completion.
- Supervised and delegated medical care and transport of casualties.
- Monitored the performance of subordinates in order to improve effectiveness as a team.
- Operated and mounted night vision devices to zero in and engage targets.
- Applied critical thinking and analysis skills to evaluate intelligence data and other variables to plan course of action.
- Led small teams in tactical operations under stressful conditions.
- Performed first-line medical aid when needed for injured personnel.
- Provided daily briefings on safety and risk assessments.
- Engaged in vehicle maintenance and operation for tactical mobility.
- Led reconnaissance patrols into hostile territory to gather intelligence on enemy locations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Portville Central School
Portville, NY06-2010
Skills
- Directional drilling
- Waste management practices
- Production optimization techniques
- Drilling operations expertise
- Stimulation treatment design
- Well control proficiency
Timeline
Oilfield Operator
Dimes Energy
05.2023 - Current
Pressure Washing Technician
TLC Pressure washing & Lawn Care
04.2021 - 05.2023
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army
01.2015 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Portville Central School