Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
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DWIGHT A. POLAND, JR.

Farmington

Summary

  • Pipeline
  • Refinery
  • Production
  • LDAR
  • CDL A Hazmat
  • SCADA
  • Safety Leader Seasoned oil & gas operator with 25+ years of experience across pipeline control, refinery operations, production facilities, transportation, and equipment maintenance. Known for zero-incident performance, regulatory compliance, and the ability to run complex operations independently. Proven leader mentoring operators and coordinating field activities while maintaining production efficiency and safety.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LDAR Technician

Hilcorp Energy
01.2023 - Current
  • Perform emissions monitoring at gas facilities using FLIR optical gas imaging
  • Identify, document, and repair leaks on valves, fittings, and wellhead equipment
  • Ensure environmental compliance and rapid mitigation of releases
  • Coordinate with operations teams for major repairs

Owner / CDL Contract Driver

Advanced Stripping Technologies LLC
01.2018 - 01.2023
  • Media blasting services for industrial equipment
  • Freelance CDL driver transporting equipment and materials safely and on schedule

Senior Pipeline Control Operator

Andeavor Logistics (Western Refining Logistics)
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Monitored and controlled crude oil and HVL pipeline systems via SCADA
  • Managed pressures, flow rates, tank levels, and deliveries
  • Operated valves and pumps across upstream and downstream stations
  • Coordinated with field operators and trained new personnel
  • Maintained full DOT compliance and operational documentation

Shop Technician

Henry Production Pumps & Service
01.2012 - 01.2012
  • Rebuilt pumps and compressors; fabricated and repaired oilfield equipment
  • Performed electrical wiring, assembly, welding, and refurbishing

Plant Operator / Transport Driver

Western Refining
01.1998 - 01.2009
  • Operated refinery units, reactors, vessels, and control boards
  • Conducted sampling, testing, and product quality adjustments
  • Transported hazardous petroleum products safely
  • Mentored operators and ensured regulatory compliance

Education

Diploma -

Hillsboro-Deering High School
Hillsboro, NH

IPOP Program - undefined

San Juan College

Skills

  • Pipeline & Refinery Operations
  • SCADA Systems & Remote Operations
  • Crude Oil & HVL Transport
  • Compressor & Production Equipment
  • LDAR / FLIR Leak Detection
  • DOT & OSHA Compliance
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Emergency & Fire Response

Certification

  • CDL Class A — Hazmat & Tanker Endorsements
  • CPR Certified
  • HAZWOPER Training
  • Industrial & Structural Fire Training
  • Confined Space / Hazardous Entry Training
  • Perfect Safety Record

Timeline

LDAR Technician

Hilcorp Energy
01.2023 - Current

Owner / CDL Contract Driver

Advanced Stripping Technologies LLC
01.2018 - 01.2023

Senior Pipeline Control Operator

Andeavor Logistics (Western Refining Logistics)
01.2012 - 01.2018

Shop Technician

Henry Production Pumps & Service
01.2012 - 01.2012

Plant Operator / Transport Driver

Western Refining
01.1998 - 01.2009

IPOP Program - undefined

San Juan College

Diploma -

Hillsboro-Deering High School

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Pipeline support
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Construction
  • Fleet maintenance
DWIGHT A. POLAND, JR.