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Christopher Fitzpatrick

Houston

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in dual fields, showcasing a diverse skill set. Known for strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability in various environments. Proven track record of enhancing operational transparency and ensuring compliance through effective training and communication.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Technician

Stage 3 Separation
Houston
08.2023 - Current
  • Extensive data input and tech usage on a Daily basis (Company APPS, email, and phone)
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations in all activities.
  • Weekly preventative maintenance is performed on centrifuges.
  • Troubleshooting of equipment, including starter boxes, pumps, shaker motors, centrifuges, and VFDs.
  • Rigging up and rigging down of equipment.
  • Working directly with crane riggers and foremen during rig downs, rig ups, and rig moves.
  • Collaborated directly with Derrick man and Mud Engineer to optimize mud weight, required additives, and mud properties
  • Continual weighing of drilling fluid on the tower.
  • Retort testing was completed on mud, cuttings, solids, flowline shakers, and dryer shakers (up to 9 tests conducted daily).
  • Daily reporting of all test results, maintenance activities, incidents, equipment failures/needs, and rig progress to the home office, field supervisor, and area director.
  • Responsible for communicating with the company man, tool pusher, mud engineer, and driller to provide operational transparency.
  • Excavator operation (extensive).
  • Wheel loader operation (extensive).
  • Forklift operation (extensive).
  • Communicating with waste-load trucking companies to meet disposal needs.
  • Pressure washing equipment and backyard daily (water and diesel).
  • Additional tasks requested by the rig manager and/or company man, including assisting in walking the rig, dump line construction and installation, reserve pit waste management, and filling tanks via transfers from the reserve pit to the active system during water-based drilling (Texas).
  • Commuting from Houston to locations in West Texas and New Mexico for a 28/14 rotation.

Assistant General Manager/General Manager

Katz's Houston LLC
Houston
11.2017 - 08.2023
  • Began as Server and was moved into management in 2018. Continued through 2023.
  • Coordinated daily operations to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and customer engagement techniques.
  • Implemented staff scheduling to optimize workflow during peak hours.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure proper stock for daily operations.
  • Resolved customer complaints by providing effective solutions and support.
  • Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations throughout the facility.
  • Collaborated with management to enhance overall operational efficiency and service quality.
  • Ensured that customer service standards were met or exceeded at all times.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, preparing documents.
  • Motivated and led team members to work together to achieve targets.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews with prospective candidates.
  • Managed store cash intake with high accuracy and prepared daily bank deposits.
  • Disciplined and maintained staff to deliver hospitable, professional service reflecting business initiatives.
  • Fostered performance-oriented environment focused on promoting team collaboration, personal accountability and long-term business success.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for growth.

Education

High School Diploma -

Calvin Nelms
Houston, TX
04-2002

Skills

  • Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance
  • Data reporting and collection
  • Excavator, wheel loader, and forklift operation
  • Safety management and compliance
  • Customer relationship management
  • Problem solving and technical analysis
  • Inventory management and control
  • Team coordination and collaboration
  • Effective verbal and professional communication
  • Staff training and development
  • Diagnostic testing and hardware repair
  • Conflict management
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • H2S Safety training certification
  • Excavator certification
  • Wheel loader certification
  • Forklift certification
  • CPR certification
  • Continued education in safety (electrical and energy isolation)

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Field Technician

Stage 3 Separation
08.2023 - Current

Assistant General Manager/General Manager

Katz's Houston LLC
11.2017 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Calvin Nelms

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