Ken Ivie
Glenrock,WY
Summary
Results-driven Senior Well Servicing Supervisor with 47 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. Specialized in workover operations, well maintenance, completions, and production optimization. Proven leader in overseeing multi-rig operations and ensuring regulatory compliance with a strong focus on safety and efficiency. Skilled in ESP installs, Wire line operations, cementing, coil tubing, gas lift installs, and well abandonment. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage consultants and vendors, and liaise effectively with government agencies. Qualified Wellsite Supervisor with comprehensive background in overseeing wellsite operations. Managed Workover and completion activities, ensuring safety and efficiency while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills, effectively coordinating with teams to address operational challenges.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wellsite Supervisor
Williams
Wamsutter, WY
08.2025 - 04.2026
- Supervised wellsite operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and industry regulations.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased productivity at wellsite.
- Developed comprehensive daily reports to keep stakeholders informed on project progress and key performance indicators.
- Enforced workplace safety procedures for protection of all on-site staff.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Managed logistics for equipment and materials, ensuring timely delivery to support drilling activities.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify hazards and enforce compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot issues and develop effective solutions on-site.
- Established effective communication channels with regulatory agencies throughout the life cycle of each project.
Senior Well Servicing Supervisor
Continental Resources
Douglas, WY
01.2021 - 03.2025
- Managed multiple consultants and workover rigs overseeing new well tube-ups, cleanouts, PKR installations, and gas lift setups.
- Ensured operational safety and efficiency by coordinating with vendors and regulatory agencies.
- Optimized well performance and troubleshoot production issues.
Production & Workover Foreman / Rig Supervisor
Samson Resources
Rawlins & Casper, WY
01.2011 - 01.2021
- Led workover operations, production optimization, and downhole maintenance for assigned wells.
- Supervised completion team operations including toe preps, coil drill-outs, plug-and-perf procedures, and frac setups.
- Managed employee hiring, orientation, and training while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Production & Workover Foreman
Merit Energy
Thermopolis, Gillette & Casper, WY
01.1998 - 01.2011
- Oversaw four fields and a team of 15 employees managing workover operations and production targets.
- Directed cryogenic gas processing plant operations and DOT pipeline activities.
- Managed fluid level monitoring, well pumping, and field equipment maintenance.
Tool Pusher
R & S Well Service
Thermopolis, WY
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Returned to supervisory duties overseeing field crews and coordinating workover operations.
- Provided technical oversight and crew leadership ensuring efficient well servicing execution.
Operator & Supervisor
Well Max
Jackson Hole, WY
01.1993 - 01.1995
- Directed overseas well operations on a 28/28 rotation managing maintenance and camp inventories.
Rig Operator & Tool Pusher
R & S Well Service
Thermopolis, WY
01.1978 - 01.1993
- Operated workover rig performing new well completions, stimulations, liners, and submersible pump replacements.
- Managed crew operations ensuring efficient and safe execution of well servicing tasks.
- Supervised field crews coordinating company personnel across the Big Horn Basin.
- Conducted minor engine repairs and assisted in overhauls.
Education
GED -
Hot Springs County High School
Thermopolis, WYSkills
- Well Servicing
- Workover Operations
- Production Optimization
- Facility Management
- ESP Installs
- Cementing
- Acid Stimulations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Safety Protocols
- Team Leadership
- Vendor Coordination
- Government Liaison
- Cryogenic Gas Processing
- Pipeline Operations
- Plug and Abonnements (P&A’s)
- Time management capabilities
- Resource allocation and scheduling
- Pressure control techniques
- Real-time decision making
- Well control expertise
- Cost control
- Teamwork
- Dependable and hardworking
- Following instructions
Certification
- Diesel Mechanics Apprenticeship Certification
- Well Control Supervisor Level Certification, 2027
- H2S / CPR / First Aid / Confined Space / ICS Systems Certification
- ICS 220 Training
- Forklift Certification
- Hazmat First Responder Awareness Training
Timeline
Wellsite Supervisor
Williams
08.2025 - 04.2026
Senior Well Servicing Supervisor
Continental Resources
01.2021 - 03.2025
Production & Workover Foreman / Rig Supervisor
Samson Resources
01.2011 - 01.2021
Production & Workover Foreman
Merit Energy
01.1998 - 01.2011
Tool Pusher
R & S Well Service
01.1995 - 01.1998
Operator & Supervisor
Well Max
01.1993 - 01.1995
Rig Operator & Tool Pusher
R & S Well Service
01.1978 - 01.1993
GED -
Hot Springs County High School