Benjamin Aycock
Dubach,LA
Summary
Dynamic oil and gas professional with a proven track record at Indigo, driving production growth from 40,000 mcf to over 1 BCF. Skilled in budget management and effective communication, I excel in optimizing operations and fostering collaboration, consistently achieving production goals while minimizing costs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Officer II
Louisiana Tech Universty
Ruston, Louisiana
11.2023 - Current
- Graduated from North Delta Training Academy in May 2024.
- Achieved certification as SSGT Instructor.
Oil and Gas Consultant
Brammer Engineering
Shreveport, LA
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed facility hookups, compressor sets, and tank battery installations.
- Executed pipeline repairs to ensure operational efficiency.
- Performed swabbing, slickline operations, and general well maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated one call requests for timely responses.
- Analyzed project requirements and developed technical solutions for oil and gas operations.
- Conducted risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Established relationships with new vendors to provide additional services or resources to existing clients.
Senior Production Superintendent
SWN
Shreveport , LA
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Analyzed workload and staffing requirements to inform future planning and process improvements.
- Recommended modifications to machinery and equipment to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
- Oversaw daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards.
Senior Production Superintendent
NDGO. Indigo Natural Resources
Shreveport, LA
12.2015 - 09.2021
- Helped drive Indigo's growth from 40,000 mcf per day to over 1 BCF.
- Collaborated with engineers on production and construction to meet timelines and objectives.
- Conducted regular vendor meetings to maintain supply chain efficiency for materials.
- Facilitated weekly team meetings to promote a safe and efficient work environment.
- Assisted in developing annual budgets for operations area.
- Participated in all due diligence efforts for Indigo in East Texas and NW Louisiana.
- Achieved or surpassed all production-based goals while minimizing lifting costs.
- Oversaw produced water trucking, disposal, and chemical program management.
Production Foreman
Brammer Engineering
Shreveport, LA
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Optimized gas compression at Central Facility, enhancing overall production capacity.
- Supervised operations as contract foreman for Indigo Minerals with full dedication.
- Directed water hauling and chemical management to support uninterrupted production.
- Achieved consistent adherence to gas production goals and performance targets.
- Ensured safety compliance among pumpers by providing essential tools and supplies.
- Reduced downtime significantly to improve operational flow.
- Detected potential production challenges and enacted effective risk mitigation strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ruston High
Ruston, LA05.1999
Louisiana Tech
Ruston LASkills
- Work planning and prioritization
- Budget management
- Verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
Timeline
Officer II
Louisiana Tech Universty
11.2023 - Current
Oil and Gas Consultant
Brammer Engineering
04.2022 - 07.2023
Senior Production Superintendent
SWN
09.2021 - 02.2023
Senior Production Superintendent
NDGO. Indigo Natural Resources
12.2015 - 09.2021
Production Foreman
Brammer Engineering
01.2013 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Ruston High
Louisiana Tech