JAMES LAWRENCE SELLERS III
Bridgeport,WV
Summary
With a proven track record at Aurora Flight Sciences, I excel in composite lamination and fostering team collaboration. My experience spans from equipment maintenance to safety processes, ensuring project milestones are surpassed. My mechanical aptitude and ability to lead have significantly contributed to enhancing operational efficiencies and achieving quality standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Composite Technician
Aurora Flight Sciences
07.2024 - Current
- Developed high-performance structures through innovative composite technology.
- Maintained records of material usage data on an Excel platform.
- Designed and maintained equipment for effective composite fabrication processes.
- Interpreted and adhered to detailed specifications and blueprints.
- Inspected parts throughout production process to ensure quality standards were met.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop prototype designs for customer projects.
- Performed composite layups and cured components with autoclave, ovens, and vacuum bagging techniques.
PES Equipment Installaltion
Pepsi Beverage Company
09.2018 - 07.2024
- Ensure timely delivery and proper installation of beverage systems in compliance with corporate protocols.
- Executed preventative care measures for equipment longevity.
- Guarantee equipment installations meet customer expectations.
- Collaborated with contractors and general managers to validate accuracy of equipment requirements during site evaluations.
- Ensured timely and professional resolution of all customer inquiries.
- Disassembled dysfunctional machinery to perform root cause analysis and repairs.
Water Truck Driver
Braddock Construction, Inc
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Completed routine pre-and post-trip assessments for trucks every day.
- Performed multiple deliveries to various destinations.
- Coordinated closely with dispatch for designated locations.
- Maintained accurate records of locations visited, cargo handled, and distances covered.
- Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.
Field Specialist Technician
Antero Resources
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Assemble and disassemble flow-back equipment.
- Facilitate successful shift of operation into production stage.
- Maintained comprehensive records of water and condensate levels.
- Managed and stabilized well pressure effectively in production operations.
- Maintained daily computer logs.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
Laborer
Blue Flame Pipeline, LLC
04.2017 - 07.2017
- Facilitated proper cribbing setup to ensure accurate pipe installation.
- Ensured accurate specification labeling on each joint for proper pipe bending processes.
- Coordinated precise positioning of pipe infrastructure.
Laborer/Driver
Entegra Energy Solutions
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Guaranteed proper cleaning of frac tanks, production tanks, water pits, and cellars according to customer preferences.
- Delivered high-quality paint finishes on well pads as per specific requirements.
- Managed logistics for efficient transfer of water resources.
- Executed tasks ensuring adherence to safety protocols and environmental standards.
- Managed maintenance and operations of vac trucks.
- Coordinated the movement of different types of containers to specified well destinations.
Pressure Control Technician
C&R Downhole Drilling
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Skilfully assembled and disassembled lubricator.
- Coordinated with crane operator to position lubricator efficiently on well.
- Optimized the stabilization of well pressure.
- Managed consistent control of well and grease pressure.
- Ensured proper documentation was finished.
- Conducted routine testing of equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Equipment Operator and Frac Hand
US Well Services
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Managed Sand King equipment for optimal performance during operations.
- Ensured accurate implementation of acid drop procedures during every phase.
- Monitored and maintained functionality of Sands Kings and T-Belts.
- Executed timely repairs and adjustments on frac pumps following every operational phase.
Wellhead Service Tech
Cactus Wellhead
11.2013 - 03.2014
- Executed upkeep procedures for operational efficiency.
- Executed setup and disassembly tasks related to wellhead equipment.
- Executed setup procedures to maintain functional dry hole trees.
- Constructed and established production workflows.
- Established communication channel with key personnel at start and conclusion of projects.
Route Supervisor
Double R Traffic Control
07.2012 - 10.2013
- Monitored and directed movement of oil field trucks in high-traffic zones.
- Supported implementation of strategies to maintain resident and driver safety.
- Guided truck drivers to ensure safe and efficient deliveries.
- Organized key business information in spreadsheets, forwarding detailed frac summaries to executive leadership.
Education
80 Hour Underground Apprentices Miner Certification -
SS SAFETY TRAINING
03.2024
CDL Jump Start Program - Class A CDL/Tanker Endorsement
PIA
11.2015
Auto Collision Repair Certificate -
United Technical Center
05.2011
High School Diploma -
South Harrison High School
05.2011
Skills
- Safety processes
- Composite lamination
- Production scheduling
- Surface preparation methods
- Testing and diagnostics
- Material handling procedures
- Rework and repair
- Testing equipment
- Operating hand tools
- Precision measurement tools
- Equipment maintenance
- Torque specifications
- Disassembly procedures
- Component identification
- Mechanical aptitude
References
Mike Hines, Comtech Industries, Buckhannon, WV, 304-730-2522, Joe Galon, Mon Power, Bridgeport, WV, 304-641-6789, Bradly Wright, Pepsi Beverage Co, Fairmont, WV, 304-694-2911, Carl Townsend, 304-931-1091, Michael Clutter, 304-476-2310
Timeline
Composite Technician
Aurora Flight Sciences
07.2024 - Current
PES Equipment Installaltion
Pepsi Beverage Company
09.2018 - 07.2024
Water Truck Driver
Braddock Construction, Inc
01.2018 - 07.2018
Field Specialist Technician
Antero Resources
07.2017 - 12.2017
Laborer
Blue Flame Pipeline, LLC
04.2017 - 07.2017
Laborer/Driver
Entegra Energy Solutions
06.2016 - 04.2017
Pressure Control Technician
C&R Downhole Drilling
08.2014 - 01.2015
Equipment Operator and Frac Hand
US Well Services
06.2014 - 08.2014
Wellhead Service Tech
Cactus Wellhead
11.2013 - 03.2014
Route Supervisor
Double R Traffic Control
07.2012 - 10.2013
80 Hour Underground Apprentices Miner Certification -
SS SAFETY TRAINING
CDL Jump Start Program - Class A CDL/Tanker Endorsement
PIA
Auto Collision Repair Certificate -
United Technical Center
High School Diploma -
South Harrison High School
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