Brandon Slaton
Completions Consultant
153 Helton Dr. Granbury,TX
Summary
Dedicated Completions Consultant with 17+ years of hands-on experience in the oil and gas industry, specializing in hydraulic fracturing, wireline, coiled tubing, and multi-stage completion operations. Proactive leader skilled in strategic planning, executing cost-saving initiatives, optimizing operational efficiency, and enhancing well productivity while upholding the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record of fostering positive, high-performance teams and delivering incident-free results in dynamic wellsite environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Completions Consultant
Clarity Energy Services
05.2019 - Current
- Champion a safety-first culture by conducting thorough risk assessments, ensuring full regulatory compliance, and delivering safe, incident-free execution of completion and hydraulic fracturing operations on location.
- Provide real-time oversight of Frac completion activities, verifying precise implementation of engineered frac designs, fluid systems, proppant schedules, and treatment parameters to maximize production potential.
- Supervise frac, wireline, coiled tubing, and pad preparation operations—including plug-and-perf runs, well logging, cleanouts, fishing interventions, pad layouts, toe preparations, and full frac setups—to ensure strict compliance with approved procedures, precise tool configurations, engineered designs, and rigorous safety protocols while preserving operational integrity and well control.
- Coordinate and manage multiple third-party vendors on location (equipment, services, logistics), while building strong vendor relationships to minimize downtime, control costs, and achieve seamless, on-schedule project delivery within budget.
- Drive operational excellence through proactive planning, daily tracking and reporting of costs and performance metrics in well reports, and effective cross-functional communication among completions engineers, superintendents, and field teams to optimize processes, enhance well productivity, and deliver superior project outcomes.
Operations Supervisor
FTS International
01.2012 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with operations/district managers on strategies and objectives; analyzed daily operations, tracked NPT/pumping hours, and identified improvements to maximize fleet performance.
- Monitored third-party vendor costs for accurate billing and best rates; developed new procedures and equipment modifications to boost efficiency and reduce costs.
- Tracked Service Supervisor performance, HSE compliance, and improvement plans; met with customers to review job changes, NPT, and safety; presented action plans to meet expectations.
Field Coordinator
FTS International
- Directed oversight of chemicals, equipment, logistics, and supervisory personnel to optimize operational efficiency; effectively managed multiple fleets simultaneously when required to meet demanding job schedules and performance targets.
- Coordinated seamless third-party vendor movements, procured essential resources, and ensured timely availability of all necessary materials and support services to enable flawless job execution.
- Engaged with customers during pre-job planning to align on objectives and expectations; maintained proactive, ongoing communication with client representatives to drive efficient fleet performance while fully managing comprehensive HR responsibilities, including recruitment, training, scheduling, performance evaluations, counseling, promotions, demotions, and terminations.
Service Supervisor III
FTS International
- Followed operational policies, goals, and procedures; communicated updates effectively to ensure team alignment.
- Held pre- and post-job safety meetings; helped with efficient rig-up/rig-down of frac equipment and maintained strict safety standards throughout operations.
- Analyzed daily operations to drive efficiency and quality; partnered with supervisor to align on expectations and consistently exceed client specifications.
Equipment Operator
FTS International
- Trained Short Service Equipment Operators (SSEs) and crew on safe, efficient operation of key frac equipment, including Sand Kings, hydration units, chemical additives, gel/acid tankers, blenders, and high-pressure lines.
- Managed accurate rig-up of iron, hoses, and chemical systems per job specs; conducted ongoing equipment maintenance and inspections; maintained Class A CDL with X endorsement and full DOT compliance, including driver logs and IDVR reports.
Equipment Operator III
Schlumberger
01.2009 - 08.2012
- Conducted thorough pre-job quality assurance/quality control inspections and performed preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on frac equipment to ensure operational reliability and job success.
- Trained crew members on safe and efficient operating procedures while demonstrating comprehensive expertise in managing pump room, high-pressure lines, blender, chemical additive systems, and sand movers.
Education
Level 2 Equipment Operator -
Associated Training Services
01.2009 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
01.2005 - 01.2005
Websites
Certification
Red Cross First Aid and CPR
Timeline
Completions Consultant
Clarity Energy Services
05.2019 - Current
Operations Supervisor
FTS International
01.2012 - 05.2019
Equipment Operator III
Schlumberger
01.2009 - 08.2012
Level 2 Equipment Operator -
Associated Training Services
01.2009 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
01.2005 - 01.2005
Field Coordinator
FTS International
Service Supervisor III
FTS International
Equipment Operator
FTS International