Bobby Bell
Kilgore,TX
Summary
Dynamic safety and operations professional with a proven track record at OilStates Energy, excelling in safety compliance and risk assessment. Skilled in machinery operation and team building, I have successfully implemented safety protocols, ensuring operational excellence and fostering a culture of safety across diverse teams. Committed to driving results and enhancing workplace safety.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Safety
Southern Lifting and Hoisting
Kilgore, TX
11.2024 - Current
- Coordinated activities between Field Safety Supervisors across multiple sites.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times when performing field work operations.
- Ensured proper safety protocols were followed at all times while working in the field.
- Followed all safety protocols while operating machinery in the field.
- Ensured that safety protocols were adhered to during all fieldwork operations.
- Attended safety meetings regularly to stay updated on best practices in the field.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and procedures in the oilfield operations.
- Conducted visual inspections of oilfield sites to ensure safety compliance with applicable regulations.
- Followed company policies on safety protocols while working in the field.
Operations Manager
OilStates Energy
Kilgore, Texas
04.2011 - 10.2024
- Oversaw budgeting processes, financial reporting activities, and resource allocation decisions.
- Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations, and customer service.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Guided employees on understanding and meeting changing customer needs and expectations.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Collaborated with management team to develop long-term business objectives and plans.
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols throughout all operational processes.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
- Collaborated with team leaders on quality audits.
- Scheduled maintenance activities for equipment and machinery on a regular basis.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics.
- Presented performance and productivity reports to supervisors.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Tracked and replenished inventory to maintain par levels.
Hydraulic Technician
OilStates Energy
Kilgore, TX
04.2011 - 10.2024
- Discussed changes in design, method of manufacture and assembly techniques with staff.
- Monitored, inspected or tested mechanical equipment.
- Assembled or disassembled complex mechanical systems.
- Prepared equipment inspection schedules, work plans or other records.
- Installed control systems to regulate pressure, flow rate and temperature of fluids used in hydraulics operations.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted hydraulic equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
- Provided technical advice to customers regarding troubleshooting techniques for their own equipment problems.
- Calibrated instruments to measure pressure, flow rate and other parameters of hydraulic system operation.
- Monitored fluid levels in tanks and refilled as necessary.
- Troubleshot and repaired issues with hydraulic pumps, valves and motors.
- Maintained a clean work environment while performing repair tasks.
- Assisted in the installation of hydraulic systems and components.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts in hydraulic systems using hand tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on hydraulic systems, including changing oil filters, flushing tanks and replacing hoses.
Structural Welder
OilStates Energy
Kilgore, Texas
04.2011 - 10.2024
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Repaired damaged metallic components utilizing welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding or shielded metal arc welding.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG and other welding processes as required.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
Service Technician
Firestone Auto Care
Bryan, Texas
08.2010 - 04.2011
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Communicated effectively with customers about repair progress and costs involved.
- Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
Loader Operator
Sandersons Farm
Bryan, TX
10.2009 - 08.2010
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of materials from trailers using appropriate tools or equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
- Checked load-related documentation to promote completeness and accuracy.
- Ensured that all loads were properly balanced and secured before transporting them according to safety standards.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Online02-2012
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Risk assessment
- Equipment inspection
- Regulatory compliance
- Machinery operation
- Field supervision
- Customer service
- Team building
Certification
- Drug Testing Certified
- OSHA 10
Timeline
Field Safety
Southern Lifting and Hoisting
11.2024 - Current
Operations Manager
OilStates Energy
04.2011 - 10.2024
Hydraulic Technician
OilStates Energy
04.2011 - 10.2024
Structural Welder
OilStates Energy
04.2011 - 10.2024
Service Technician
Firestone Auto Care
08.2010 - 04.2011
Loader Operator
Sandersons Farm
10.2009 - 08.2010
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
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