Braxton Bates
Seminole,TX
Summary
Highly knowledgeable Oil Field Worker with a strong background in oilfield operations and safety protocols. Experienced in downhole, maintenance, and repair of oilfield equipment. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of colleagues.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Lease Operator
Maverick Natural Resources
Buckeye, NM
01.2024 - Current
- Led a team of Field Specialist with Daily activities and troubleshooting routes, Covered all routes when Field specialist were gone.
- Coordinated and executed over all field events, Leading all 3rd contractors in Daily activities and tailgate meetings.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new hires.
- Monitored projects and ensured compliance with safety regulations, resulting in 0% incident reports during field operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze data and optimize resource allocations
- Worked on all equipment in the field to cut cost.
- Scored highest in Safety regulation test through entire company.
- Implemented a WAG program in a Co2 injection Field.
Lease Operator
Maverick Natural Resources
Maljarmar, NM
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Performed regular fluid level checks and adjustments to ensure optimal performance
- Troubleshot and repaired production equipment as needed
- Utilized SCADA systems to monitor and control production systems
- Utilized a variety of computer software applications to manage production operations
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors and suppliers
- Developed and implemented cost-saving strategies to reduce expenses
- Performed regular inspections of production equipment to identify and address any issues
- Successfully operated and maintained a variety of oil and gas production equipment, including pumps, compressors, separators and valves
- Assisted in the training of new employees on production equipment and safety procedures
Lease Operator
A.C.T. Operating Company
Lubbock, TX
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Operated, maintained, and monitored production for single and multi-well oil batteries, satellites, and associated wells
- Managed the production of approximately 200 barrels of oil per day
- Also, operated 50 injection wells
- Performed regular fluid level checks and adjustments to ensure optimal performance
- Troubleshot and repaired production equipment as needed
- Utilized SCADA systems to monitor and control production systems
Fluid Technician
Chevron
Carlsbad, NM
02.2016 - 01.2021
- Engineered and implemented sub-surface production strategies, resulting in an increase in overall oil recovery rates
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize production processes, achieving a reduction in operational downtime
- Conducted comprehensive reservoir analyses that informed strategic decisions, enhancing resource allocation and contributing to a boost in profitability
- Developed and executed effective maintenance protocols, reducing equipment failures by and ensuring seamless production flow
- Analyzed production data to identify areas for improvement
- Trained and supervised new personnel on production processes and procedures
- Generated and submitted detailed production reports to management
- Utilized computer systems to track and update production data
Surface Maintenance Specialist
Chevron
Hobbs, NM
02.2014 - 02.2016
- Scheduled and performed regular maintenance on pumping units, compressors, POVs, and other field equipment
- Managed 3rd party contractors on a daily basis
- Worked directly with construction representatives scoping prospective job sites and ordering necessary parts/equipment
- Lead tailgate meetings and permitted Crews before job
Field Specialist
Chevron
Big Spring, TX
02.2012 - 02.2014
- Operated, maintained, and monitored production for single and multi-well oil batteries, satellites, and associated wells
- Managed the production of approximately 2200 barrels of oil per day
- Also, operated many forms of injection which included water, CO2, and gas lift
- Contributed to health and safety monitoring, permitting, and compliance and provided training for new field specialists
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Petroleum Technology
Midland College
Midland, TX12.2011
Skills
- First Aid Certification
- Process Optimization
- Safety Compliance
- Microsoft office
- Sales
- Problem solving
- Safety Procedures
- Field Operations
- Troubleshooting
- Team Leadership
- Inventory
- Training
- Photoshop
- Performance Planning
- Team Building
- Team Coordination
- SCADA systems
- Equipment maintenance
- Training development
- Data analysis
- Vendor management
Certification
- Petroleum Technology
- Wind Technology
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Timeline
Sr. Lease Operator
Maverick Natural Resources
01.2024 - Current
Lease Operator
Maverick Natural Resources
06.2023 - 01.2024
Lease Operator
A.C.T. Operating Company
01.2022 - 06.2023
Fluid Technician
Chevron
02.2016 - 01.2021
Surface Maintenance Specialist
Chevron
02.2014 - 02.2016
Field Specialist
Chevron
02.2012 - 02.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Petroleum Technology
Midland College