Brandon Reed
Roosevelt,UT
Summary
Senior Field Service Technician, with 25+ years of experience supporting natural gas compression and production operations across upstream and midstream environments. Expert in installation, startup, troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of gas compressors, turbines, generators, dehydration systems, and ancillary equipment. Skilled at diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, optimizing reliability, and minimizing downtime. Strong safety record with a commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Operator
Greylock Energy
Vernal, UT
08.2022 - Current
- Operated and maintained field equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Monitored production processes, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment, performing routine maintenance to prevent downtime.
- Ensured proper equipment calibration, minimizing errors that could impact fieldwork results or operations efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex issues, resulting in reduced downtime and increased production levels.
Technician II
Enerflex Energy Services
Rifle, CO
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Installation, startup, maintenance, service, repairs, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of natural gas compressors, Turbines, generators, and dehydration systems
- Responsible for the complete setup and checking of all clearances and reading in the installing and setup of all compressor units
- Assist electricians in the troubleshooting of electrical, wiring and end devices
- General upkeep and cleanup of compressor skids. Assist other field technicians and crews with repairs and maintenance as needed. Responsible for upkeep, maintenance of company truck.
- Diagnosed and resolved equipment malfunctions, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Conducted routine maintenance on mechanical systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules to extend equipment lifespan and minimize repair costs.
Sr. Mechanic
QEP / Tesoro Logistics / Andeavor / Marathon
Vernal, Utah
06.2012 - 02.2022
- Installation, startup, maintenance, service, repairs, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of natural gas compressors, Turbines, generators, and dehydration systems. Responsible for the complete setup and checking of all clearances.
- Assist electricians in the troubleshooting of electrical, wiring and end devices. General upkeep and cleanup of compressor skids. Assist and knowledge of SCADA Assist other field technicians and crews with repairs and maintenance as needed.
- Checking for sufficient engine compression, ability to troubleshoot other typical engine issues. Work within strict safety parameters and ensure the absence of leaks ans proper flow. Responsible for upkeep, maintenance of any and all company property (vehicle, computer, phone and onsite facilities.)
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on heavy equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for complex machinery, reducing downtime through efficient problem-solving techniques.
Field Service Technician
Exterran
Roosevelt, Utah
03.2008 - 06.2012
- Installation, startup, maintenance , service, repairs, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of natural gas compressors, generators, and dehydration systems. Responsible for the complete setup and checking of all clearances and reading in the installing and setup of all compressor units.
- Responsible for the dismembering and breakdown of compressor units being removed from location. General upkeep and cleanup of compressor skids. Responsible for upkeep, maintenance of any and all company property (vehicle, computer, phone and onsite facilities.)
- Conducted routine maintenance on gas compression equipment to enhance reliability and performance.
- Diagnosed and resolved equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
Field Mechanic
XTO Energy
Roosevelt, Utah
08.2007 - 03.2008
- Maintain upkeep, repair and preventative maintenance on natural gas compressor, generators and pumping units, natural gas driven engines and pumps at water injection sites. Natural gas separators, dehydration systems, trace methanol systems on location sites.
- In charge of getting new unit ready for production, installing and set dump, charge up unit, set hi/low controller. Set Thermostats, started fires and warmup units. Responsible for upkeep, maintenance of any and all company property (vehicle, computer, phone, on-site facilities)
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in field equipment, ensuring operational efficiency.
Field Mechanic and Onshore Operator
XTO Energy and Production
Roosevelt, Utah
01.1995 - 08.2007
- As Field Mechanic, maintained upkeep, repair and monthly maintenance on natural gas driven pumping units Also natural gas driven engines and pumps at injection sites. Natural gas separators, dehydration systems and trace systems on location.
- Responsible for setting up new units for production, by installing and setting up dump, charge up unit. Responsible for upkeep, maintenance of any and all company property (vehicle, computer, phone and onsite facilities.)
- As Onshore Operator Regulated and maintained production flow from natural gas wells. Gauge and measure production in storage tanks. Maintained natural gas separators, dehydration systems, trace systems, methanol pumps. Monthly check and replacement of natural gas plungers in wells.
- General upkeep and cleaning of locations. Maintained compressor sites, checked fluid levels in compressors, documented daily report of pressures and production. Started compressors and was responsible for general upkeep and cleaning of compressor sites.
- Operated backhoe to dig flow lines. Run new pipe lines from meter house to main lines. Laid pit liner in reserve pits. Built fences, hauled pipe to locations and reset manifold systems for clean out.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in field equipment, ensuring operational efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Union High School
Roosevelt, UT05-1991
Skills
- Technical reporting
- Instrumentation calibration
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Field maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Field repairs
Certification & Training
H2S Alive
OSHA 10-hour Construction
First Aid / CPR
Forklift Operator
Rigging & Hand Signals
Fire Extinguisher Training
Basic SCADA Familiarity
Timeline
Field Operator
Greylock Energy
08.2022 - Current
Technician II
Enerflex Energy Services
05.2022 - 08.2022
Sr. Mechanic
QEP / Tesoro Logistics / Andeavor / Marathon
06.2012 - 02.2022
Field Service Technician
Exterran
03.2008 - 06.2012
Field Mechanic
XTO Energy
08.2007 - 03.2008
Field Mechanic and Onshore Operator
XTO Energy and Production
01.1995 - 08.2007
High School Diploma -
Union High School