Gavin Thompson
Farmers Branch
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking individual with a strong work ethic, reliability, and the ability to learn new tasks quickly in fast-paced and physically demanding environments. Brings hands-on mechanical aptitude, safety-first mindset, and the willingness to work long hours, travel, and adapt to changing job conditions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Frac Equipment Operator
Halliburton Energy Services
Odessa
01.2026 - Current
- Operated frac pumps to inject fluids into wells at specified pressures and rates.
- Troubleshot complex mechanical issues in hydraulic fracturing operations to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Prepared and installed frac tanks, pumps, valves, hoses, and related equipment to facilitate efficient fracturing operations.
- Established and oversaw regular rig maintenance program, ensuring continued operability and reliability of equipment.
- Performed maintenance on oilfield equipment such as pumps, valves, separators, and compressors.
Pest Control Technician
Berrett Pest Control
Dallas
02.2019 - 09.2025
- Conducted comprehensive property inspections in diverse weather conditions to identify pest activity, structural entry points, and environmental hazards.
- Deployed chemical sprayers, dusters, foggers, and field gear across outdoor areas, ensuring thorough coverage around building perimeters and in challenging access zones.
- Applied pest control chemicals precisely, adhering to state safety standards, PPE protocols, and hazardous-material handling regulations.
Maintenance Technician
Ardagh Group
Simsboro
03.2015 - 07.2018
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on high-speed manufacturing machinery used in glass and metal packaging production, ensuring equipment reliability and minimal downtime.
- Troubleshot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to diagnose issues and perform repairs quickly in a fast-paced production environment.
- Conducted routine inspections on conveyors, motors, PLC-controlled systems, ovens, forming machines, air compressors, and automated equipment to identify potential failures before they occurred.
- Installed, aligned, and calibrated machine components such as bearings, belts, sensors, valves, pumps, pneumatic cylinders, and electrical connections.
- Supported equipment overhauls, rebuilds, and changeovers, contributing to upgrades, retrofits, and new line installations to enhance operational capabilities.
- Followed strict safety procedures, lockout/tagout standards, and company quality guidelines to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
General Laborer
Graphic Packaging
West Monroe
01.2012 - 10.2014
- Cleared debris and managed waste materials to maintain safe, organized outdoor areas for high-volume manufacturing operations.
- Delivered parts, tools, and materials across facility, enabling operators and maintenance crews to maintain workflow.
- Assisted with equipment startups, shutdowns, and emergency cleanouts during plant outages or mechanical failures.
- Followed all PPE and safety rules, including chemical safety, fall protection, and lockout/tagout awareness.
- Supported continuous operations by working long shifts, overtime, and rotating schedules.
Education
pest control license -
Texas department of agricuture
09-2020
welding certification -
Delta Community College
04-2012
Osha 30 -
Delta Community College
04-2012
Skills
- Frac pump operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting
- First aid and CPR
- Conflict resolution
- Pest biology
Timeline
Frac Equipment Operator
Halliburton Energy Services
01.2026 - Current
Pest Control Technician
Berrett Pest Control
02.2019 - 09.2025
Maintenance Technician
Ardagh Group
03.2015 - 07.2018
General Laborer
Graphic Packaging
01.2012 - 10.2014
pest control license -
Texas department of agricuture
welding certification -
Delta Community College
Osha 30 -
Delta Community College