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Brian Poage

Midland

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Devon Energy, specializing in flow calibration and automation. Proven expertise in ROC Link 800 and Cygnet programming, complemented by strong leadership skills. Successfully implemented automation solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Committed to fostering relationships and driving results in measurement and automation.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

RAS Account Manager

Vinson Process Controls
Odessa
12.2018 - Current
  • Assist customers in ordering measurement and automation components related to natural gas and liquid measurement.
  • Provide field troubleshooting support.
  • Develop relationships through networking and sales calls.

Measurement/Automation Foreman

Tecolote Energy LLC. (Formally Devon Energy)
Canadian
08.2017 - 12.2018
  • Oversee day-to-day Automation and Measurement activities for the Texas Panhandle.
  • Calibrate and maintain Roc, TotalFlow, and Auto Pilot flow meters.
  • Install communication equipment and monitor the data.
  • Set up gas lift systems, including running wire, conduit, programming meters, and installing I2Pand motor control valves.
  • Implement automation for plunger lift setups.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all meters doing valve control and any other electronic devices.
  • Program ROC 8OOL for water disposal control.
  • Witness meter testing conducted by various companies.
  • Ensure all G-10 and H-5 tests are current and maintain records of all meter tests and gas analyses.

Senior Measurement/Automation Specialist

Devon Energy
Canadian
07.2011 - 08.2017
  • Responsible for calibrating and maintaining Roc, Totalflow, Auto Pilot, Barton meters, and sample gas a minimum of twice a year.
  • Install and configure all the new connected meters.
  • Ensure plate changes are done when necessary.
  • Keep all gas sample analyses updated on Cygnet.
  • Set up all gas lift systems, including running wire, conduit, programming meters, installing I2P, and motor control valves.
  • Install automation for all plunger lift systems.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all meters involved in valve control and any other electronic devices.
  • Program ROC 800L for water disposal control.
  • Witness all company meter testing.
  • Keep all G-10 and H-5 tests current and maintain records of all meter tests and gas analyses.
  • Implement automation for the Texas Panhandle and collaborate with SCADA group on communications, programming radios, setting repeater towers, and working on communication infrastructure for the Texas Panhandle.

Senior Measurement Technician

Enbridge Pipeline
Shamrock
08.2006 - 07.2011
  • Calibrate and maintain ROC, Teleflow, Auto Pilot, and Omni Flow Computers.
  • Install and program new radios to ensure proper communications.
  • Oversee all Liquid Flow computers in the Tex-OK District.
  • Proving meter skids as well and witnessing OneOK tests monthly.
  • Maintain my assigned area and ensure that all tests and samples are up to date according to SOX requirements.
  • Participated in Leadership training with my supervisor.

Senior Measurement Technician

Eagle Rock Energy
Pampa
07.2003 - 08.2006
  • Ensured that ROC, Total Flow, Super Flo, and Barton meters were calibrated and maintained, utilizing computer software when applicable.
  • Set up and installed communications for corporate offices to monitor meters on the network.
  • Responsible for installing new meters, repairing old meters, and changing orifice plates.

Operations Manager

Red River Dairy
Pampa
05.2001 - 07.2003
  • Responsible for operating and managing 5,500 head of dairy cattle as well as overseeing 29 employees.
  • Ordered and purchased feed, and medicines, as well as vaccinating and treating all necessary cows.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory and costs for commodities and medicines.
  • In charge of interviewing and hiring personnel, as well as terminating employees when necessary.

Education

Bachelor's Degree of Science - Agriculture with an emphasis in Agronomy/Soil Science

Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
01.1997

Skills

  • ROC Link 800
  • Microsoft applications
  • Excel proficiency
  • Flow calibration
  • PCCU expertise
  • Total flow management
  • AutoConfig setup
  • AutoPilot operation
  • Cygnet programming

Phone

cell, (806)202 8759

Timeline

RAS Account Manager

Vinson Process Controls
12.2018 - Current

Measurement/Automation Foreman

Tecolote Energy LLC. (Formally Devon Energy)
08.2017 - 12.2018

Senior Measurement/Automation Specialist

Devon Energy
07.2011 - 08.2017

Senior Measurement Technician

Enbridge Pipeline
08.2006 - 07.2011

Senior Measurement Technician

Eagle Rock Energy
07.2003 - 08.2006

Operations Manager

Red River Dairy
05.2001 - 07.2003

Bachelor's Degree of Science - Agriculture with an emphasis in Agronomy/Soil Science

Western Illinois University

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