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Danny Sims

Decatur

Summary

Skilled Lease Operator with background in managing and maintaining oil and gas leases. Demonstrated knowledge of production equipment, field operations, and regulatory compliance. Proven abilities in troubleshooting operational issues, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Effectively contributed to improved efficiency and minimized downtime in previous roles.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lease Operator

Bedrock Energy Partners
Bridgeport
02.2019 - Current
  • Operated and maintained oil and gas production equipment.
  • Monitored daily production levels and reported discrepancies.
  • Conducted regular inspections of wells and production facilities.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborated with field technicians to resolve operational issues.
  • Documented maintenance activities and equipment performance logs.
  • Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures.
  • Coordinated with management for scheduling routine maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all company policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for monitoring and controlling wellheads, pumps, separators, dehydrators, and other production equipment.
  • Verified that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately prior to submitting it for approval.
  • Communicated regularly with other departments regarding operational issues or concerns.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance schedules for all lease equipment in order to reduce downtime.
  • Submitted daily production data and regular reports to keep management informed.
  • Supervised contractors who were hired to carry out specific tasks related to lease operations.
  • Gauged and recorded oil and water tanks to document daily fluid production data for regulatory oversight.
  • Analyzed data from flow meters to ensure accurate measurement of gas and oil production rates.
  • Managed after-hours emergency responses to restart compressors and restore well operations.
  • Conducted regular inspections of tanks, pumps and valves for proper functioning.
  • Monitored wellhead pressure to ensure optimal performance of wells during production operations.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing job duties.
  • Documented any mechanical problems encountered while conducting operations.
  • Performed routine maintenance on all production equipment including motors, valves and flow lines.
  • Coordinated with third-party service providers regarding scheduled maintenance activities.
  • Maintained daily records of oil and gas production volumes, pressures and temperatures.
  • Provided technical support to field personnel as needed to troubleshoot problems or perform repairs.
  • Evaluated production-related problems and worked with production leadership and engineering teams to resolve issues.
  • Assisted with the installation of new wells and pipelines.
  • Verified cleanliness of each tank farm and inspected for weeds or performance issues.
  • Kept systems working efficiently to meet daily oil, water and gas production levels.
  • Coordinated work and repair actions with professionals and other support team members.
  • Conducted daily well tests and maintained regular monitoring of wells and equipment.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.

Lease Operator

EnerVest Operating
Houston
05.2012 - 02.2025
  • Operated and maintained oil and gas production equipment.
  • Monitored daily production levels and reported discrepancies.
  • Conducted regular inspections of wells and production facilities.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborated with field technicians to resolve operational issues.
  • Documented maintenance activities and equipment performance logs.
  • Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures.
  • Coordinated with management for scheduling routine maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all company policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for monitoring and controlling wellheads, pumps, separators, dehydrators, and other production equipment.
  • Verified that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately prior to submitting it for approval.
  • Communicated regularly with other departments regarding operational issues or concerns.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance schedules for all lease equipment in order to reduce downtime.
  • Submitted daily production data and regular reports to keep management informed.
  • Supervised contractors who were hired to carry out specific tasks related to lease operations.
  • Gauged and recorded oil and water tanks to document daily fluid production data for regulatory oversight.
  • Analyzed data from flow meters to ensure accurate measurement of gas and oil production rates.
  • Managed after-hours emergency responses to restart compressors and restore well operations.
  • Conducted regular inspections of tanks, pumps and valves for proper functioning.
  • Monitored wellhead pressure to ensure optimal performance of wells during production operations.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing job duties.
  • Documented any mechanical problems encountered while conducting operations.
  • Performed routine maintenance on all production equipment including motors, valves and flow lines.
  • Coordinated with third-party service providers regarding scheduled maintenance activities.
  • Maintained daily records of oil and gas production volumes, pressures and temperatures.
  • Provided technical support to field personnel as needed to troubleshoot problems or perform repairs.
  • Evaluated production-related problems and worked with production leadership and engineering teams to resolve issues.
  • Kept systems working efficiently to meet daily oil, water and gas production levels.
  • Operated engines and pumps to turn wells off, following production schedule.
  • Coordinated work and repair actions with professionals and other support team members.
  • Conducted daily well tests and maintained regular monitoring of wells and equipment.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.

Well Tester

Select Energy Services
Gainesville
01.2012 - 06.2012
  • Conducted well testing to assess well performance and fluid properties.
  • Operated and maintained testing equipment for accurate data collection.
  • Recorded and analyzed test results for operational reporting.
  • Collaborated with field teams to ensure safety compliance during operations.
  • Assisted in preparing equipment and tools for testing procedures.
  • Monitored environmental conditions to ensure safe testing practices.
  • Trained new team members on testing protocols and safety procedures.
  • Communicated findings to supervisors for project planning and decision-making.
  • Repaired treaters, separators, gas systems and knockouts.
  • Analyzed data from downhole tools, pressure gauges, and other instruments to determine well performance characteristics.
  • Monitored fluid levels in tanks, pumps, and wells during testing operations.
  • Calibrated measuring instruments prior to use for testing purposes.
  • Oversaw operation and maintenance of producing well, minimizing downtime.
  • Collaborated with engineering staff on projects involving new wells or modifications to existing ones.
  • Inspected well testing equipment such as H2S monitors, ultrasonic testing equipment and pressure testing equipment.
  • Recorded surface pressures and gas and liquid rates to determine well's production viability.
  • Maintained and repaired components of well-testing operation.
  • Maintained records of all well test activities including pressure readings, flow rates, and water samples taken.
  • Verified accuracy of field measurements against established standards prior to submitting final reports.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing test results for management review.
  • Complied with health, safety and environmental regulations and protocols to minimize risk.
  • Opened and closed thief hatches to gauge tank contents.
  • Evaluated existing wells for efficiency improvements or potential upgrades.
  • Entered data into production software to drive operational efficiency.
  • Troubleshot problems related to pump failures or low production rates.
  • Documented well production using internal or client reporting procedures.
  • Performed basic diagnostics through measurement, analysis and interpretation of fluids, sands, gases, minerals and pressures present in production wells.
  • Assisted with installation of new well systems as needed by clients.
  • Attended training sessions on new technologies related to oilfield services industry.
  • Repaired malfunctioning equipment using hand tools when necessary.
  • Shut down, restarted and inspected pumping unit.
  • Reviewed data from previous tests to identify trends or anomalies that may indicate problems within the system.
  • Provided technical advice regarding safe operation of wells to customers and contractors.
  • Operated a variety of mechanical and electrical devices related to the testing process.
  • Prepared samples for analytical tests using correct procedures to obtain precise and accurate results.

Education

GED -

Decatur High School
Decatur, TX
09-1987

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Well monitoring
  • Production data analysis
  • Safety compliance
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Production reporting
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Technical training

Certification

  • Currently CPR crtified
  • Training in Emergency Response

Timeline

Lease Operator

Bedrock Energy Partners
02.2019 - Current

Lease Operator

EnerVest Operating
05.2012 - 02.2025

Well Tester

Select Energy Services
01.2012 - 06.2012

GED -

Decatur High School

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