Jeff Cottrell
I started at Reda Pump before it was bought out by Schlumberger in 1995. While I was there I learned how to build pumps which helped me when I became a field tech. I learned how to build down hole motors, spool cable, as well as basic machinery skills. I worked in the shop for 5 years learning basically everything from how each piece of equipment was built and it's purpose. I learned about inventory and how to do proper cycle counts to ensure we had parts at all time and handled ordering parts ahead of deadlines. In 2000 I moved into the field where I learned over time how the field works not just on our equipment but about pressure and the affects on our pumps. I have help start over 50 gas plants in the West Texas and eastern New Mexico area as well I have traveled to other states like Mississippi , Louisiana and Oklahoma. I was able to travel to Africa twice for Algeria , Gabon and Oman to help train and troubleshoot customer with problem units. In the field towards the end of my stay at Schlumberger I worked on soft starts and VSDs and learned how to do basic troubleshooting of electrical components.
I left Schlumberger in 2019 to help a start up company Performance Multi Flow and that ended by them selling to my current employer Flex Flow. I've continued to learn more about VSDs and instrumentation.
Work History
HPS Tech
7 Years 4 Months- Operated and maintained Horizontal Pumping systems to ensure efficient workflow.
- Troubleshot technical issues, minimizing downtime and enhancing productivity.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize processes and improve service delivery.
- Conducted regular inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery.
- Led troubleshooting efforts during critical incidents, ensuring swift resolution and minimal impact on operations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
- Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
- Conducted root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, minimizing future disruptions.
- Ensured reliable network connectivity, closely monitoring system performance and making adjustments as needed.
- Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and safety drills for technical team.
HPS TECH
25 Years 11 Months- Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules to ensure operational efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements, reducing downtime in service delivery.
- Managed inventory control systems for accurate tracking of supplies.
- Established standard operating procedures for improved workflow consistency.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Had great opportunities to go overseas multiple times to troubleshoot working equipment.
- Went overseas to teach field techs on proper maintenance and basic knowledge of HPS equipment.