Kaden Rietveld
Minot
Summary
Midstream pipeline and compression facility technician with strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills. Experienced supporting natural gas compressor stations, pipeline operations, and facility maintenance in high-safety, high-reliability environments. Proven contractor with the company seeking a direct hire, known for ownership, adaptability, and strong field communication.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Compression/Pipeline Technician
RigUp
Stanley
02.2024 - Current
- Support midstream pipeline and natural gas compressor facility operations, maintenance, and reliability activities.
- Perform inspections, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on pipeline and compressor facility equipment.
- Operate and support natural gas dehydration equipment, including triethylene glycol (TEG) dehydration systems, monitoring temperatures, pressures, and process performance.
- Work around natural gas compressors, engines, coolers, valves, and related auxiliary systems.
- Follow strict safety procedures including JSAs, lockout/tagout, confined space awareness, and site-specific safety plans.
- Communicate field conditions, deficiencies, and completed work clearly to operations and maintenance leadership
- Demonstrate strong ownership and adaptability as a contractor supporting long-term facility needs
Electrical Apprentice
Northwestern Electric Inc
Minot
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Installed, tested, and maintained new electrical components including motors, fixtures, conduit, and control wiring.
- Diagnosed and repaired faulty electrical systems to restore safe and reliable operation.
- Assisted senior electricians with commercial and industrial projects while adhering to NEC and company safety standards.
- Set up equipment and configured settings for optimal system performance.
- Maintained clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas in active job sites.
- Worked effectively in team-based environments to complete projects on schedule.
Hunting Manager
Scheels Sporting Goods
Minot
05.2015 - 05.2022
- Managed daily operations, scheduling, and budgeting for a high-volume retail department.
- Forecasted inventory needs and controlled expenses to meet financial targets.
- Implemented new technologies and processes to improve efficiency and customer experience.
- Led team meetings and conducted one-on-one coaching to improve performance and accountability.
- Trained and mentored new employees on product knowledge, safety, and company standards.
- Recognized for leadership, reliability, and problem-solving under pressure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Minot High School
Minot, ND05-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Minot State University
Minot, NDSome College (No Degree) - Biology
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, NDSkills
- Compression & Pipeline Operations
- Gas Compression Systems
- Ariel Natural Gas Compressors
- Natural Gas Dehydration
- Electrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
- Equipment Monitoring & Inspections
- Root Cause Analysis
- Safety and Job Hazard Awareness
- Team Leadership & Training
Timeline
Compression/Pipeline Technician
RigUp
02.2024 - Current
Electrical Apprentice
Northwestern Electric Inc
05.2022 - 01.2024
Hunting Manager
Scheels Sporting Goods
05.2015 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Minot High School
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Minot State University
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of North Dakota