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Curtis Collum

Kermit,TX

Summary

Adept at budget management and operational forecasting, my tenure at Kinder Morgan Inc. honed my troubleshooting skills and team leadership. Demonstrating a fast learning curve, I effectively enhanced operational efficiency, leveraging my expertise in maintenance procedures and project management to drive organizational success.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Supervisor

Kinder Morgan, Inc
Houston, TX
02.2022 - Current
  • Great with budget, including writing AFEs or a PRNs. Building the future year's budget, including LO4s and capital projects. Including NL adjustments. Also working on the month-to-month forecasting.
  • In my current position, I have gained a lot experience with multiple Kinder Morgan apps, including Ariba, Cars, Paws, KMBF, Comet, Maximo, and others.
  • Assisted in the hiring process by conducting interviews and making recommendations for new hires.
  • Prepared reports on operational performance metrics and presented them to management team.
  • Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions.
  • Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss any issues or concerns they may have had.
  • Provided support to other departments as needed to meet organizational goals.
  • Monitored staff performance and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Calculated and processed end-of-year bonuses and adjustments with high accuracy.
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

Operations Specialist

Kinder Morgan, Inc
Houston, TX
12.2015 - 02.2022
  • Operated the station and quickly learned ESD systems and how they functioned. I learned how gas flowed to and from the plant, and I learned how to change the flow when needed.
  • 24-hour call for any issues.
  • DP work- including line locating, line bores, digs, cutouts, hot taps, stopple fittings, valve maintenance, ROW maintenance, and pigging operations.
  • Identified operational and performance issues and worked with managers to resolve concerns.
  • Resolved operational issues promptly to minimize impact on business activities.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Oversaw the maintenance and repair of operational equipment to ensure reliability.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Mechanic for MPS

Kinder Morgan Inc.
Houston, TX
10.2010 - 12.2015
  • Mechanic for 5 years for Kinder Morgan, where I have worked on CATS, Clarks, Coopers, Wakashaws, Worlingtons, solar turbines, air compressors, and gen sets.
  • Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on all Kinder Morgan equipment.
  • Produced comprehensive service records of all maintenance and repair tasks for customers.
  • Consulted manuals, technical documentation, and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting fixes.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes.
  • Moved to Keystone M/L and began learning operations and pipeline.

Lead Motor Winder And Mehanic

Tesaco
Kermit, TX
04.2009 - 10.2010
  • Rewound and rebuilt electric motors.
  • Also, install and replace electric motors on-site.
  • Call outs after hours to deliver and install electric motors.
  • Always kept shop and work area clean.
  • Trained new employees in the shop.

Driller

Greywolf Drilling
Houston , Texas
11.2008 - 03.2009
  • Managed rig personnel, including sub-contractors, to maintain safe and efficient operations of rig equipment.
  • Performed tool inventories and purchased more.
  • Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
  • Oversaw all project management, including procuring equipment, negotiating contracts, developing business cases, overseeing quality control, managing personnel, constructing drilling pads, planning rig moves and conducting project audits.
  • Managed and completed well modification and stimulation programs, bolstering oil and gas recovery.
  • Monitored drilling operations and machines.
  • Led, coached and directed tool pushers and drillers in daily drilling program operations

Lead Tong

Patterson Drilling
Houston, TX
06.2003 - 11.2008
  • I started as a lead tong hand and worked my way from chain hand to derrick hand, and then to supervisor (driller).
  • As driller I had 5 employees that I lead and train on rig operations
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain an outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving at work ready to start immediately.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kermit High School
Kermit, TX
2003

Skills

  • Fast Learner
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Electrical motor rebuilding
  • Maintenance procedures
  • Training and support
  • Recordkeeping
  • Repairs knowledge
  • Developing solutions
  • Manpower planning
  • Cost monitoring
  • Budget management
  • Operational forecasting
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Employee training
  • Performance monitoring
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Project management
  • Problem solving
  • Report preparation
  • Delegation
  • Safety oversight
  • Operational planning
  • Cost control
  • Self motivation

Timeline

Operations Supervisor

Kinder Morgan, Inc
02.2022 - Current

Operations Specialist

Kinder Morgan, Inc
12.2015 - 02.2022

Mechanic for MPS

Kinder Morgan Inc.
10.2010 - 12.2015

Lead Motor Winder And Mehanic

Tesaco
04.2009 - 10.2010

Driller

Greywolf Drilling
11.2008 - 03.2009

Lead Tong

Patterson Drilling
06.2003 - 11.2008

High School Diploma -

Kermit High School

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