Chris Lard
Kingsville,TX
Summary
Proven leader in operational excellence and team development, notably at Halliburton Energy Services. Excelled in enhancing team productivity and customer satisfaction through strategic planning and effective communication. Skilled in project management and fostering cross-functional teamwork, achieving significant improvements in operational efficiencies and client relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Frac Manger
Arguindegui Oil Company
Coprus Christi
12.2022 - Current
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Supervisor
Sunoco Energy Services
Coprus Christi
12.2019 - 12.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
Field Leader
Frac Shack America
Midland, TX
05.2016 - 11.2019
- Increased operational efficiencies by leveraging data-driven insights from performance metrics analysis.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires to quickly acclimate them to company procedures and expectations.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and recommending process improvements.
- Implemented safety measures on job sites, reducing workplace accidents and ensuring employee wellbeing.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure adherence to safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment at all times.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with other departments to streamline processes and improve overall productivity.
- Stayed current on industry trends, attending conferences and workshops to continuously develop expertise in the field leadership role.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective services while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Consistently exceeded organizational objectives through strategic planning efforts that aligned team activities with company goals.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective communication and collaboration strategies.
- Established strong relationships with clients through regular meetings, fostering trust and long-term partnerships.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities.
- Increased client satisfaction with timely progress reports and constant communication regarding project status.
Field Supervisor
Halliburton Energy Services
San Antonio, TX
08.2010 - 05.2016
- Monitored employee performance for compliance with regulations and policies.
- Supervised field operations teams to complete projects within established timelines.
- Maintained accurate records of field activities, ensuring proper documentation was available for internal reviews and audits.
- Resolved customer complaints to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
- Upheld company standards by enforcing strict adherence to policies and procedures during all field activities.
- Presented weekly and monthly performance reports to demonstrate team progress.
- Met with customers to resolve issues and build productive relationships.
- Planned and scheduled field activities according to set timelines and order of operations.
- Ensured quality control through meticulous inspections of job sites, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborated closely with other Field Supervisors to share knowledge, expertise, and best practices in order to optimize overall performance.
- Established clear performance metrics for team members, providing regular feedback to encourage continuous improvement.
- Improved project efficiency by consistently monitoring work progress and providing timely feedback to team members.
- Enhanced team productivity with thorough training sessions on safety protocols and daily task management.
Education
High School Diploma -
O'Connor Highschool
San Antonio, TX05.2003
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Staff training and development
- Staff management
- Task delegation
- Goal setting
- Documentation and reporting
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Project management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Project planning
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Performance management
Timeline
Frac Manger
Arguindegui Oil Company
12.2022 - Current
Supervisor
Sunoco Energy Services
12.2019 - 12.2022
Field Leader
Frac Shack America
05.2016 - 11.2019
Field Supervisor
Halliburton Energy Services
08.2010 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
O'Connor Highschool