John McKay
Waller,TX
Summary
With a proven track record at Ace Gathering, I excel in safe driving practices and customer relations, ensuring timely and secure crude oil transport. My expertise in hazardous materials handling and strong work ethic have significantly enhanced fleet performance and customer satisfaction. I'm recognized for implementing cost-saving route optimizations, demonstrating both hard and soft skills vital for the role.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Crude Oil Transport Truck Driver
Ace Gathering
- Insured the quality of crude oil through gravity and Basic Sediment/Water (BS&W) measurements, using American Petroleum Institute (API) standards.
- Accurately gauged crude oil tanks.
- Managed paperwork accurately, including bills of lading, driver logs, inspection reports, and other essential documentation.
- Prioritized safety while transporting hazardous materials according to established protocols and regulations.
- Supported optimal fleet performance by promptly reporting all incidents of mechanical failure or damage to management staff for swift resolution.
- Minimized downtime through diligent preventive maintenance checks and timely repairs of transport trucks.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing professional, courteous service during pick-up and delivery.
Truck Driver
K3BMI
Fuel Transport Truck Driver
Circle K
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to guarantee vehicle safety and prevent potential issues on the road.
- Supported optimal fleet performance by promptly reporting all incidents of mechanical failure or damage to management staff for swift resolution.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for route optimization or operational improvements within the transportation department.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by planning and executing optimized routes for transport truck driving.
- Assisted in training new drivers on proper operation procedures, route navigation techniques, and company safety standards.
- Improved overall safety record by strictly adhering to company policies regarding defensive driving practices.
- Collaborated closely with logistics team members to ensure seamless coordination of cargo transfers between intermodal facilities.
- Managed paperwork accurately, including bills of lading, driver logs, inspection reports, and other essential documentation.
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes by efficiently organizing cargo in accordance with weight distribution guidelines.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing professional, courteous service during pick-up and delivery interactions.
- Ensured timely deliveries through accurate scheduling and effective communication with dispatch teams.
- Maintained strict compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for safe and legal transport operations.
- Safely navigated various weather conditions, terrain types, and traffic scenarios to ensure on-time deliveries.
- Prioritized safety while transporting hazardous materials according to established protocols and regulations.
- Minimized downtime through diligent preventive maintenance checks and timely repairs of transport trucks.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation systems to minimize delays with well-planned routes.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo with extreme care and focus on preventing damage or injury.
- Maintained high customer satisfaction by working quickly and accurately.
- Updated daily logs and customer paperwork with relevant details.
- Closely monitored cargo during transit and maintained secure transport.
- Kept accurate records of delivery data related to weight, time and destination.
- Complied with federal, state and local laws and regulations to reduce risks.
Truck Driver
Maverick Transport
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Senior Geophysicist
Petroleum Geo-Services
- Streamlined workflows by identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing best practices in geophysical data management.
- Mentored junior geophysicists, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth.
- Optimized survey designs through close collaboration with acquisition contractors and internal clients.
- Supported business development efforts by providing expert technical input on proposals and presentations.
- Presented detailed project updates to stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of results and risks.
- Developed strong relationships with industry partners through participation in joint ventures, promoting effective collaboration on shared projects.
- Leveraged high-performance computing resources to efficiently process large volumes of 3D seismic data.
- Improved subsurface imaging through the application of cutting-edge depth migration algorithms.
- Reduced uncertainty in subsurface models by integrating multiple geophysical datasets and techniques.
- Enhanced data quality by designing and implementing advanced geophysical processing workflows.
- Contributed to the development of company-wide standards for geophysical best practices, improving consistency across projects.
- Conducted robust risk assessments to inform decision-making processes surrounding exploration activities.
- Prepared maps and interpretations for all seismic data and performed regular analysis of data.
- Decided on suitable seismic measurements and data processing techniques.
- Prepared accurate reports and performed efficient processing of all seismic areas.
Boilermaker
Varied
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
- Assembled and installed boilers, tanks and vats according to blueprints and specifications.
Crude Oil Transport Truck Driver
Enterprise Products
Sealy, TX
08.2021 - 11.2024
- Insured the quality of crude oil through gravity and Basic Sediment/Water (BS&W) measurements, using American Petroleum Institute (API) standards.
- Accurately gauged crude oil tanks.
- Managed paperwork accurately, including bills of lading, driver logs, inspection reports, and other essential documentation.
- Prioritized safety while transporting hazardous materials according to established protocols and regulations.
- Supported optimal fleet performance by promptly reporting all incidents of mechanical failure or damage to management staff for swift resolution.
- Minimized downtime through diligent preventive maintenance checks and timely repairs of transport trucks.
Fuel Transport Truck Driver
Colorado County Oil
Sealy, TX
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Collaborated closely with logistics team members to ensure seamless coordination of cargo transfers between intermodal facilities.
- Safely navigated various weather conditions, terrain types, and traffic scenarios to ensure on-time deliveries.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for route optimization or operational improvements within the transportation department.
Education
Master Of Science - Geology
University of Houston
Houston, TX08.2010
Bachelor Of Science - Geology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX08.2003
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Patience and perseverance
- Defensive driving
- Hazardous materials handling
- Customer relations
Timeline
Crude Oil Transport Truck Driver
Enterprise Products
08.2021 - 11.2024
Fuel Transport Truck Driver
Colorado County Oil
09.2020 - 09.2021
Crude Oil Transport Truck Driver
Ace Gathering
Truck Driver
K3BMI
Fuel Transport Truck Driver
Circle K
Truck Driver
Maverick Transport
Senior Geophysicist
Petroleum Geo-Services
Boilermaker
Varied
Master Of Science - Geology
University of Houston
Bachelor Of Science - Geology
Texas A&M University