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Ben Tretton

Aztec,NM

Summary

Dynamic Lease Operator with extensive experience, skilled in production monitoring and equipment troubleshooting. Proven track record of optimizing production rates and enhancing operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Strong communicator with a commitment to regulatory compliance and environmental impact mitigation.

Experienced with monitoring and maintaining lease equipment to ensure optimal performance. Utilizes troubleshooting skills to address operational issues promptly. Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance, ensuring smooth and safe operations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Lease Operator

LOGOS Resources
01.2025 - Current
  • Operated equipment to monitor and maintain oil and gas production levels.
  • Conducted routine inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Performed basic maintenance on machinery, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Documented daily production data and reported discrepancies for timely resolutions.

Lease Operator

Hilcorp
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Logged official production numbers from equipment readings and monitored trends.
  • Optimized production rates through careful monitoring of well performance and making necessary adjustments.
  • Monitored wells to track and document flow, fluid levels and temperatures.
  • Monitored pumps and flow lines for gas and fluid leaks.

Lease Operator

DJR Operating
05.2021 - 01.2024
  • Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, reducing downtime during operations.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of facilities, identifying potential hazards or violations and implementing corrective actions promptly.
  • Coordinated preventive maintenance and repairs on wellhead equipment and pumps.
  • Maximized lease revenue by conducting regular site visits and ensuring proper lease compliance.
  • Monitored daily production reports to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving operational efficiency.
  • Operated equipment to monitor and maintain oil and gas production levels.
  • Optimized production rates through careful monitoring of well performance and making necessary adjustments.

Lease Operator

BP Amoco
04.2017 - 09.2019
  • Streamlined communication with landowners, addressing concerns promptly and fostering positive relationships.
  • Conducted routine inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Operated equipment to monitor and maintain oil and gas production levels.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of existing processes regularly, proposing improvements where necessary to enhance productivity without compromising safety or quality standards.
  • Collaborated with roustabouts and related service employees to managing daily operations and repair needs.
  • Documented daily production data and reported discrepancies for timely resolutions.

Line Locator

Williams Field Services
10.2015 - 05.2016
  • Conducted detailed line location surveys to ensure accurate mapping of utility infrastructure.
  • Collaborated with field teams to enhance safety protocols during excavation projects.
  • Utilized advanced locating equipment and GIS software for precise underground utility identification.
  • Mentored junior locators on best practices for effective line tracing and reporting techniques.
  • Increased accuracy of utility maps by updating records with newly discovered buried assets.

Roustabout Pusher

Elkhorn
01.2009 - 06.2015
  • Supervised crew operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and efficiency standards.
  • Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and enhancing operational readiness.
  • Trained new roustabouts on safety practices and equipment handling procedures.
  • Implemented best practices for waste management, promoting environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives.
  • Managed and completed construction of new wellsites.

Education

Separation, Compression, Plungers, Pumping Units -

San Juan College School of Energy
Farmington, NM
01-2016

Skills

  • Pipeline inspection techniques
  • Gas lift systems
  • Oilfield safety protocols
  • Pressure testing procedures
  • SCADA system operation
  • Production monitoring
  • Artificial lift techniques
  • First aid and CPR certification
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Environmental impact mitigation
  • GPS navigation and mapping
  • Field production reporting
  • Driver's license and clean driving record
  • Remote monitoring technologies
  • Maintenance and repair skills
  • Reliability
  • Regulatory compliance awareness

Timeline

Lease Operator

LOGOS Resources
01.2025 - Current

Lease Operator

Hilcorp
01.2024 - 12.2024

Lease Operator

DJR Operating
05.2021 - 01.2024

Lease Operator

BP Amoco
04.2017 - 09.2019

Line Locator

Williams Field Services
10.2015 - 05.2016

Roustabout Pusher

Elkhorn
01.2009 - 06.2015

Separation, Compression, Plungers, Pumping Units -

San Juan College School of Energy
Ben Tretton