Jonathan Ricks
Longview,Tx
Summary
Experienced oil field individual with background cutting, threading and assembling piping, drill rigs and pumping equipment. Reliable Roustabout knowledgeable in equipment repair and skilled in loading and unloading materials and equipment. Reputation for hard work, levelheadedness and attention to safety. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Tech/Service hand
Thomas Oilfield Services
10.2023 - Current
- Testing and loading all equipment verifying that all equipment is in good condition for tasks to be performed
- Service calls and electrical trouble shooting
- Surface jobs require testing of the equipment and hauling to site and rigging all equipment up
- Running surface and ensuring that all pumps are functioning properly including hydraulic unit powering the cellar pumps.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service in a fast-paced environment.
- Reduced customer wait times by quickly identifying their needs and directing them to the appropriate staff member.
- Maintained a clean, organized work area for improved efficiency and safety compliance.
- Anticipated potential issues before they arose, proactively addressing concerns to maintain customer satisfaction levels consistently high.
Sand Coordinator/ Lift Operator
FilaMar
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Operate Taylor forklift loading and unloading trucks
- During stages it is my responsibility to ensure there are sand boxes on the belt
- When I'm coordinating, I log all box weights and the location from where the sand came from
- I also type up the stage sheets of all the sand that will be run for that stage and the weights of individual boxes and the total amount for the stage as well
- I also keep up with the total number of trucks we have running at any given time and send in updated emails regarding each stage with Frac and corporate office as well.
- Improved logistics efficiency by coordinating and scheduling frac sand deliveries.
- Ensured accurate invoicing by timely tracking and reporting of delivered loads.
- Trained new hires on company policies and procedures, fostering a safety-conscious culture among team members.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly to ensure their needs were met effectively.
- Actively participated in safety meetings, contributing ideas for continuous improvement in workplace practices.
Ground Hand
Red Hawk
08.2022 - 02.2023
- It was my responsibility to help rig up coil unit
- Once the unit was rigged up it was my responsibility to keep all equipment running, ensuring they had proper levels of oil, coolant and fuel
- I was also in charge of pumping corrosion inhibitor using a pneumatic pump.
- Completed daily tasks efficiently while adhering to strict quality standards and regulations set forth by the company.
- Ensured proper use of tools and equipment, reducing the likelihood of accidents or injuries on the job site.
- Collaborated with coworkers on complex projects, utilizing problem-solving skills to overcome challenges as they arose.
- Improved worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and maintenance tasks.
Fluid Supervisor
Emerald Surf Sciences
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Supervised one employee onsite of coil tubing unit keeping up with the sales of all chemicals including FR, Scale, Corrosion Inhibitor, Pipe on pipe, and Gel
- I would work directly with coil supervisor and company man on dosage of all chemicals to insure proper viscosities
- I would also supervise the number of barrels of water on location on an hourly basis to ensure there were ample amounts of water to maintain operations.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures, leading to an overall increase in effectiveness.
Inspector/ Mobile Repair
Steel Line Rail
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Inspecting railcars for Federal Rail Administration requirements
- Leading, managing and supporting teams in the field with JSA's, Safety Audits, Safety meetings, Toolbox talks
- Optimized and implemented policies that improve onsite performance allowing for more work to be completed with fewer personnel in less time than previously possible
- Inspected all qualifications on rail cars
- Identified any defects, including photos of repairs
- Typed up daily reports, including daily time for employees and mileage
- Travel to sites on a weekly basis
- Reports completed on Microsoft Excel/Word.
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections.
- Delivered detailed reports on findings from inspections, helping stakeholders understand areas requiring attention or improvement in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
Welder
East Texas Radiator
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Set up new Fab shop in Kilgore location including custom fab tables and setting up workstations
- Fabricated large heat exchanger
- Building first production heat exchangers and any alterations as needed.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Lead Man
Trinity Industries
08.2011 - 09.2018
- Assisted supervision of 17 employees in constructing jackets to fit on tank cars
- Responsible for materials to be in department as needed
- Verifying items built to print specifications
- Insured all safety procedures were followed
- Lead toolbox talks plus perform JSA's.
- Assisted in employee training, boosting their skills and knowledge base for enhanced job performance.
- Prioritized tasks based on deadline requirements, ensuring timely completion of assignments without compromising quality.
- Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
- Played a crucial role in meeting project deadlines by effectively managing resources at hand.
- Monitored equipment maintenance, reducing downtime and maintaining optimal performance.
Rig Welder
Lesco Inc
02.2007 - 07.2011
- Welding and Fabrication of Well hook ups, and installation of natural gas meter runs, gas separators, compressor units and tank batteries.
- Improved weld quality by consistently adhering to welding procedures and specifications.
- Displayed exceptional problem-solving abilities while overcoming common challenges faced during the rig welding process.
- Optimized resource utilization by effectively managing welding consumables inventory levels.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Increased project efficiency with precise cutting, fitting, and welding of metal components.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Education
GED -
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX05.2005
Skills
- Oil Field - 8 years
- Welding - 10 years
- Strong Work Ethic
- Safety awareness
- Initiative and Self-Motivation
- Stress Tolerance
- Data entry proficiency
- Problem-Solving
- Punctual and Reliable
- Precision Tools
- Analytical Thinking
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- OSHA 10 Certification
- OSHA 30 Certification
Timeline
Field Tech/Service hand
Thomas Oilfield Services
10.2023 - Current
Sand Coordinator/ Lift Operator
FilaMar
02.2023 - 10.2023
Ground Hand
Red Hawk
08.2022 - 02.2023
Fluid Supervisor
Emerald Surf Sciences
03.2021 - 08.2022
Inspector/ Mobile Repair
Steel Line Rail
10.2019 - 03.2021
Welder
East Texas Radiator
09.2018 - 10.2019
Lead Man
Trinity Industries
08.2011 - 09.2018
Rig Welder
Lesco Inc
02.2007 - 07.2011
GED -
Kilgore College
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