CHARLES DOHERTY
Loveland,CO
Summary
Field operations and safety professional with extensive experience supporting oil and gas production, equipment isolation, permit approval, hazardous-energy control, field supervision, and construction. Proven background optimizing and monitoring producing wells through automation, collecting production and measurement data, coordinating cross-functional field activities, and maintaining rigorous Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) standards. Experienced with Equipment Isolation Procedures (EIPs), Isolation of Hazardous Energy (IHE), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), de-energize equipment, hot work permits, confined-space entry, qualified gas testing, contractor coordination, logistics, and quality checks.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Specialist A / Dedicated Permit Approver
Chevron
2021.10 - 2026.01
- Followed Environmental, Health and Safety standards while supporting field production operations and safe execution of maintenance and repair work.
- Optimized and operated producing wells through automation, supporting efficient field performance and reliable production.
- Gathered and verified production and measurement data, ensuring accuracy of water-tank levels, EFM readings, pressures, oil sales, and water takeaway.
- Maintained open communication with Production Engineers, Foremen, Land Managers, Chevron trades, vendors, and contractors to coordinate field priorities and work execution.
- Monitored above-ground equipment and prioritized dispatch requirements, completing quality checks to ensure operational reliability.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality
- Moved from production operations to Permit Approver role, focusing on compliance and permitting processes.
- Created Equipment Isolation Procedures (EIPs), managed Isolation of Hazardous Energy (IHE), applied LOTO requirements, de-energized equipment before repairs, and assigned Qualified Gas Testers.
- Ended employment on January 12, 2026, due to company reorganization and early-retirement initiative.
Field Specialist A
Noble Energy
2018.11 - 2021.10
- Supported field operations as Field Specialist A during transition from Noble Energy to Chevron, ensuring continuity and operational stability.
- Executed field-production, safety, equipment-monitoring, communication, and operational practices in oil and gas operations to maintain safety and efficiency standards.
- Monitored wellsite conditions and reported abnormalities for timely corrective action.
- Verified maintenance activities aligned with safety procedures and operating standards.
- Coordinated field operations to support safe, reliable production and equipment uptime.
Field Specialist A
PDC Energy
2018.04 - 2018.10
- Performed Field Specialist responsibilities in oil and gas operations with emphasis on safe, reliable field execution and production support.
Home Builder
Self-Employed
2016.04 - 2018.03
- Contracted and managed construction of new homes and fully finished basements from initial concept through turnkey completion.
- Coordinated project scope, trades, schedules, quality, and completion requirements across residential construction projects.
Field Specialist Trainee / Field Specialist B / Field Specialist A
Noble Energy
2008.06 - 2016.04
- Progressed from Field Specialist Trainee (Jun-Dec 2008) to Field Specialist B (Jan 2009-Dec 2012) and Field Specialist A (Jan 2013-Apr 2016).
- Built progressive field-operations experience supporting production activities, equipment oversight, safety compliance, and day-to-day operational execution.
Field Service Foreman
Sierra Chemicals
2007.01 - 2008.01
- Coordinated job-site logistics for crew travel, per diem distribution, and service inspection reports to ensure smooth operations.
- Directed crew members to complete field assignments safely and efficiently at designated job sites.
- Supervised circulation operations to remove scale and hydrocarbons from internal systems, enhancing system efficiency at gathering facilities and compressor stations.
- Managed daily JSAs, LOTO, Hot Work Permits, and Confined Space Entry processes to uphold safety standards and regulatory compliance.
- Position required a Class A CDL with Haz-Mat endorsement.
Construction Superintendent / Foreman
Back Country Construction
2003.01 - 2007.01
- Coordinated construction stages, crews, subcontractors, and field activities to ensure timely project completion.
- Reviewed and secured subcontractor estimates to align with project budgets and specifications.
- Supervised structural framing, exterior siding, drywall, finish carpentry, tile setting, and painting to maintain quality standards.
Sole Proprietor
Doherty Drywall
1991.01 - 2007.01
- Estimated, secured, managed, and completed commercial and residential drywall projects, ensuring adherence to budget and timelines.
- Collaborated with builders, architects, designers, and homeowners to fulfill specifications, inspection requirements, and quality standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Durango Senior High School
Durango, CO1978-05
Skills
- Oil & Gas Production Operations Well Optimization & Automation EHS Compliance Permit Approval Equipment Isolation Procedures (EIPs) Isolation of Hazardous Energy (IHE) LOTO De-energization Qualified Gas Testing Hot Work & Confined Space Permits EFM / Pressure / Tank-Level Data Above-Ground Equipment Monitoring Dispatch Prioritization Contractor & Vendor Coordination Field Supervision Construction Management Quality Assurance
- EHS standards; Job Safety Analyses (JSAs); Equipment Isolation Procedures (EIPs); Isolation of Hazardous Energy (IHE); Lockout/Tagout (LOTO); de-energization; hot work permits; confined-space entry; qualified gas testing; oil and gas production monitoring; well automation; EFM and pressure data; tank-level monitoring; above-ground equipment; field dispatch; inspection reporting; contractor and vendor coordination; crew leadership; construction supervision; estimating; residential and commercial projects
Timeline
Field Specialist A / Dedicated Permit Approver
Chevron
2021.10 - 2026.01
Field Specialist A
Noble Energy
2018.11 - 2021.10
Field Specialist A
PDC Energy
2018.04 - 2018.10
Home Builder
Self-Employed
2016.04 - 2018.03
Field Specialist Trainee / Field Specialist B / Field Specialist A
Noble Energy
2008.06 - 2016.04
Field Service Foreman
Sierra Chemicals
2007.01 - 2008.01
Construction Superintendent / Foreman
Back Country Construction
2003.01 - 2007.01
Sole Proprietor
Doherty Drywall
1991.01 - 2007.01
High School Diploma -
Durango Senior High School