James Vincent Higgs III
Odessa
Summary
Seasoned Production Foreman with comprehensive knowledge in overseeing and managing production processes. Possess strong skills in troubleshooting, process improvement, and team leadership, ensuring high-quality output while maintaining safety standards. Notable achievements include streamlining operations to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Foreman II
Scout Energy Partners
Goldsmith
01.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations on oil and gas extraction sites.
- Monitored compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
- Resolved on-site issues promptly to minimize operational disruptions.
- Supervised the daily activities of workers in the field.
- Adhered strictly to environmental policies set forth by governing bodies.
- Ensured safe and efficient operations of oil and gas wells, pipelines, and related equipment.
- Organized meetings with staff to discuss operational updates and changes.
- Provided technical support to personnel in the field as needed.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
Production Foreman I
Scout Energy Partners
Goldsmith
10.2021 - 01.2025
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure efficient workflow.
- Supervised, trained and evaluated production staff in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Managed rig operations to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
- Resolved operational problems encountered during shift operations.
- Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
- Implemented cost-saving measures to reduce expenses and improve efficiency.
- Oversaw production budget and approved expenditures to direct spending.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize labor resources and meet production targets.
- Communicated with upper management regarding production updates and challenges.
- Analyzed data from production reports to identify trends or issues requiring action and correction.
- Assisted in developing methods for improving productivity while maintaining quality standards.
- Conducted regular performance reviews and appraisals with employees under his supervision.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, overtime and other time-related information.
- Communicated effectively with vendors regarding supplies needed for production.
Lead Lease Operator
Scout Energy Partners
Goldsmith
03.2018 - 10.2021
- Operated and maintained oil and gas production equipment daily.
- Monitored production rates and identified operational issues promptly.
- Coordinated with team members to implement and uphold safe work practices, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities and equipment for compliance.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Documented production data and reported findings to management regularly.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on process improvements and troubleshooting.
- Collaborated with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
- Prepared and maintained daily production reports, lease operating expense tracking sheets, and other pertinent documents.
- Conducted maintenance on equipment such as pumps, rods, valves, and tanks.
- Coordinated with third-party service providers for troubleshooting activities at the wellsite.
- Maintained accurate records of all operational activities performed on each well site.
- Managed all phases of workover operations, overseeing rigging up and down, tubing repairs, and perforation jobs to maintain operational integrity.
- Supervised the installation of new wells or modifications to existing wells.
- Evaluated production-related problems and collaborated with production leadership and engineering teams to develop effective resolutions.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Operator 3
Linn Energy
Odessa
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Executed lease operator tasks, focusing on equipment maintenance and production monitoring.
- Supervised pulling unit operations to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
- Supervised plugging rig activities to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
- Troubleshot facilities and performed repairs or upgrades as necessary.
- Work with automation and electricians to troubleshoot and better our facilities and cut down on spills and equipment failures.
- Coordinate and oversee repairs and construction.
- Trained and mentored pumpers.
- Keep track of costs and reporting.
- Before becoming a company employee I was a contract pumper, and had a lot of the same responsibilities and volunteered any time I could which led to watching rigs and overseeing construction etc.
- 10 plus years pumping, mostly contract but was hired as company employee as well.
- 8 plus years on drilling rigs.
- 5 plus years in oilfield sales.
- While in sales was assistant manager, managed pipe yard, worked with poly crews, drove hot shot and was relief pumping on weekends for multiple companies.
- Relevant certifications: Hazwhopper, CPR and first aid, Well control school.
Contract Lease Operator
LINN Energy and Merit Energy
Goldsmith
02.2013 - 10.2017
- Monitored and controlled wellheads, pumps, separators, dehydrators, and other production equipment.
- Operated and maintained production equipment for optimal performance.
- Performed daily well tests and monitored wells and equipment to ensure operational integrity.
- 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.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Supervised contractors who were hired to carry out specific tasks related to lease operations.
- Ensured accurate completion of all necessary paperwork prior to submission for approval.
- Submitted daily production data and regular reports to keep management informed.
- Assisted field personnel with troubleshooting and repairs of equipment.
- Identified and implemented cost-saving opportunities through efficiency improvements and reduced material usage.
- Evaluated production-related problems and worked with production leadership and engineering teams to resolve issues.
- Observed control panels during pumping operations to monitor pressure, density, rate and concentration.
Parts Sales Manager
Production Specialties
Midland
2008 - 2013
- Managed inventory levels and organized stock for efficient retrieval.
- Processed customer orders and ensured timely delivery of products.
- Provided technical support and product knowledge to customers.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions and customer interactions.
- Trained new employees on product lines and sales techniques.
- Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels at all times.
- Monitored team performance targets and sales metrics to pinpoint improvement opportunities.
- Oversaw recruitment and training of sales team members to enhance performance.
- Developed purchase orders for materials required for repairs and special projects, ensuring timely availability.
- Drafted customer quotes based on specific needs, aligning with competitive pricing strategies.
- Maintained inventory of parts, stocking shelves and back room areas with new items.
- Provided customer service to assist in parts selection and ordering process.
- Researched availability of parts from vendors, ordered stock as needed and monitored delivery status.
- Operated and monitored oil and gas production equipment daily.
- Maintained accurate records of production data and equipment status.
- Oversaw the operation of wellheads, pumps, separators, dehydrators, and other production equipment.
- Verified that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately prior to submitting it for approval.
- 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.
- Executed routine upkeep of motors, valves, and flow lines to prevent downtime.
- Maintained daily records of oil and gas production volumes, pressures and temperatures.
- Kept systems working efficiently to meet daily oil, water and gas production levels.
- Operated engines and pumps to turn wells off, following production schedule.
- Conducted daily well tests and maintained regular monitoring of wells and equipment.
EMT-Basic and Firefighter I
Superior Ambulance
Odessa
08.2001 - 2004
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and assessed patient needs.
- Administered basic life support and first aid techniques to patients in distress.
- Operated and maintained emergency medical equipment to ensure readiness during transport.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals for seamless patient handoffs at hospitals.
- Documented patient information and treatment in digital reporting systems for accurate care continuity.
- Communicated with patients and families to provide reassurance and facilitate understanding of care processes.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance emergency response skills and knowledge.
- Ensured vehicle readiness through regular inspections and maintenance checks.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrhythmia.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to quickly treat and transport patients.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
Roughneck
FWA Drilling/ Patterson UTI
Midland
06.1997 - 05.2001
- Operated drilling equipment to ensure efficient rig performance.
- Conducted rig maintenance and safety inspections daily to uphold operational standards.
- Trained new rig hands on safety protocols and procedures.
- Carried out maintenance tasks such as replacing worn-out components and repairing damaged equipment.
- Worked closely with other crew members in order to complete assigned tasks quickly and accurately.
- Documented daily activities in reports, ensuring accurate records for operational review.
- Installed drill pipe into the hole using tongs or elevators when necessary.
- Lubricated moving parts on rigs to prevent breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Assisted in the operation of the drilling equipment and machinery, including pumps, motors, derricks, and hoists.
- Provided support during well completions by running casing strings, cementing operations, and other activities.
- Tested mud samples for proper density and viscosity levels according to established procedures.
- Engaged in company safety meetings to identify and implement strategies for accident prevention.
Education
High School Diploma -
Permian High School
Odessa, Tx06-1996
Skills
- Production monitoring
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Environmental regulations
- Process improvement
- Inventory management
- Budget management
- Performance evaluation
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Staff training
- Manage schedules
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Production Foreman II
Scout Energy Partners
01.2025 - Current
Production Foreman I
Scout Energy Partners
10.2021 - 01.2025
Lead Lease Operator
Scout Energy Partners
03.2018 - 10.2021
Operator 3
Linn Energy
10.2017 - 03.2018
Contract Lease Operator
LINN Energy and Merit Energy
02.2013 - 10.2017
EMT-Basic and Firefighter I
Superior Ambulance
08.2001 - 2004
Roughneck
FWA Drilling/ Patterson UTI
06.1997 - 05.2001
Parts Sales Manager
Production Specialties
2008 - 2013
High School Diploma -
Permian High School