Jerry (Ky) Hickman
Midland,TX
Summary
Ambitious Production Superintendent with 15+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry. Worked in various environments such as, Lead Operator of Off-Shore Production Platform, operated gaslift, water flood, and rod pump on various fields across Texas. Superior competency in resource allocation, production scheduling and workflow management.
Resourceful specialist knowledgeable in the production of oil and gas with an impressive track record of boosting efficiency and productivity in the North Midland Basin area. In addition to aiding in the implementation of the "GAPL Program," The vital part of facility construction.
Work ethic, loyalty, and exceptional knowledge are evident in the fast pace with which I have advanced within EarthStone Energy from pumper, to current position, Production Superintendent, in only 6 years.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Superintendent
EarthStone Energy
05.2017 - Current
- Oversee current workforce of 22 employees in addition to overseeing 8+ subcontractor crews in daily production operations.
- Continuously try to reduce LOE and increase oil and gas production.
- Estimate, negotiate and agree on budgets and timescales with vendors.
- Create(d) and implement(ed) systems to improve performance, boost profits and increase productivity.
- Determine suitable crew requirements, schedule employees, and work with human resources in reference to the hiring of new North Midland Basin field personnel.
- When asked, deliver direct feedback to senior management, asset engineers, and Land Department regarding production,ongoing projects,and future projects.
- Estimate labor requirements to support future development.
- Manage continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Source vendors to keep up with the high standards and expectations of EarthStone Energy's production goals.
- Review daily maintenance and repair concerns and determine appropriate action for effective resolution(s).
- Create weekly production meetings and collaborate with Production Foreman to communicate objectives and goals.
- Resolve issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Supervise ongoing daily production phases.
- Assess department operations to develop new or improved methods within the production process.
- Cultivate professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Troubleshoot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Review documentation such as invoices and coding paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
- Establish operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to Field Foreman.
Senior Production Foreman
EarthStone Energy
09.2022 - 04.2023
Production Foreman
EarthStone Energy
08.2018 - 09.2022
Lease Operator
EarthStone Energy
05.2017 - 08.2018
Education
State of Texas Peace Officer Certification - Law Enforcement
Alamo Area Council of Government
San Antonio, TX12.2022
Skills
- Skilled Collaborator
- Rapid and Adaptive
- Effective cross functional communicator
- Solutions oriented professional
- Budget Management
- Staff Management
- Assembly and Production
- Operational Efficiency
- Operational Procedures
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Project Specifications
Timeline
Senior Production Foreman
EarthStone Energy
09.2022 - 04.2023
Production Foreman
EarthStone Energy
08.2018 - 09.2022
Production Superintendent
EarthStone Energy
05.2017 - Current
Lease Operator
EarthStone Energy
05.2017 - 08.2018
State of Texas Peace Officer Certification - Law Enforcement
Alamo Area Council of Government
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