Michael Cooper
Oklahoma City
Summary
Motivated and results-driven professional with strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence. Proven ability to adapt quickly, solve problems and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Dedicated to contributing to organizational success by delivering high-quality results, maintaining professionalism, and working relationships.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Operations
Nova Compression LLC
Pecos
08.2025 - 03.2026
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency across multiple customer locations
- Worked closely with director and VP of operations with overseeing operational budgets, cost, and resource allocation to maximize profitability.
- Reviewed operational reports and implemented continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workflow and drive efficiency.
- Coordinated unit sets, start-ups, and major equipment overhauls with customers and field supervisors to ensure operational readiness.
- Maintained high equipment uptime through preventative maintenance planning and rapid response to equipment failure.
- Mentored supervisors and technicians through coaching and training programs to develop skills and improve team effectiveness.
- Mentored, supervised and developed field technicians to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Worked directly with customers to resolve operational issues, improve service quality, and strengthen relationships.
Comprehensive Maintenance Specialist
Nova Compression LLC
Pecos
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment and machinery for optimal performance.
- Executed preventive maintenance tasks to enhance operational reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues effectively.
- Followed safety protocols while performing maintenance duties consistently.
- Monitored performance of mechanical systems to detect any potential problems before they arise.
- Coordinated mobilization and demobilization of new compressor units, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
- Mentored and trained new hires on maintenance, troubleshooting, and safe operation of natural gas compressors to improve team competency.
Shop Senior Manager EMD Business Unit
Tops/Archrock - EMD Business Unit
Yukon
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Supervised team, providing training and conducting performance evaluations to enhance skill development.
- Guided team to consistently achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production goals.
- Oversaw daily shop operations, ensuring efficient workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Supervised daily operations by establishing procedures and monitoring team performance.
- Collaborated with HR to recruit, hire, and develop new hires, ensuring alignment with shop objectives.
- Mitigated business risks by mentoring new hire/shop technicians and assessing their performance.
- Developed and enforced safety protocols, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
- Organized and updated schedules to optimize coverage for expected customer demands.
Quality Control Supervisor
Tops LLC
Yukon
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Initiated and implemented standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
- Executed written quality control protocols, gathered data and generated reports with support of team members.
- Evaluated Quality Control personnel performance, identifying training needs and delivering feedback to drive continuous improvement.
- Tracked key performance indicators, identifying and addressing trends that jeopardized target achievement.
- Read and interpret work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
- Performed regular maintenance on equipment used in quality assurance process.
- Recommended growth and advancement opportunities to enhance employee motivation and engagement.
- Scheduled priorities, equipment, workstations and shop technicians to meet goals on time.
Field Supervisor
Tops LLC
Carlsbad
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on natural gas compressors to allow operating at a high efficiency level.
- Conducted weekly operator reports on natural gas compressors, contributing to high efficiency in operations.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures for field service technicians, ensuring compliance and safety standards.
- Developed/scheduled work assignments, assigning tasks per personnel skills and project requirements.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided actionable feedback to enhance productivity.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring new hires.
- Performed unit sets, top ends, engine/motor swings, overhauls, etc..
- Executed cleaning tasks to maintain workplace cleanliness and safety.
- Provided a high standard of customer service.
Lead Field Service Technician
Axip Energy Services
Carlsbad
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on natural gas compressors to allow operating at a high efficiency level.
- Performed weekly operator reports on natural gas compressors to allow operating at a high efficiency level.
- Performed unit sets, top ends, engine swings, overhauls, etc..
- Developed and scheduled work assignments based on personnel skills and project requirements.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring new hires.
- Developed, implemented and monitored safety policies and procedures for all field service technicians.
- Monitored and evaluated employee performance, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.
- Delivered high-standard customer service to meet client needs.
- Executed thorough cleaning tasks to maintain a safe and tidy work environment.
Field Supervisor
Kodiak Gas Services
Oklahoma City
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on natural gas compressors to allow operating at a high efficiency level.
- Performed weekly operator reports on natural gas compressors to allow operating at a high efficiency level.
- Performed unit sets, top ends, engine swings, overhauls, etc..
- Developed and scheduled work assignments based on personnel skills and project requirements to optimize team performance.
- Monitored and evaluated employee performance, providing constructive feedback to improve overall team productivity.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring new hires.
- Developed, implemented and monitored safety policies and procedures for all field service technicians.
- Executed cleaning tasks to ensure workspace safety and efficiency.
- Provided a high standard of customer service.
Lead Field Service Technician
CPL Systems
Oklahoma City
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided a 3rd party service to DCP Midstream.
- Delivered customer service that met and exceeded requirements, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Performed routine maintenance on gas compressors to allow them to operate at their highest efficiency.
- Led team to improve work processes and trained co-workers on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Developed resolutions for field operation issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity.
- Provided leadership, insight, and assistance with mentoring new hires.
- Abided by all company and customer safety protocols and procedures.
Field Service Technician
CDM Resource Management
Oklahoma City
02.2013 - 05.2018
- Managed on-call service call-outs for emergency repairs, restoring equipment functionality promptly.
- Diagnosed technical issues and provided effective troubleshooting solutions.
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on natural gas compressors, maintaining high efficiency and reliability.
- Completed weekly operator service reports on natural gas compressors, ensuring optimal operational efficiency.
- Responded promptly to call-outs, service requests per the customer's needs.
- Provided a high standard of customer service.
- Performed unit sets, top ends, engine/motor swings, overhauls, etc..
- Performed general housekeeping, cleaning duties to promote a clean environment.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring new hires and or interns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mustang High School
Mustang, OK05-2003
Skills
- Team leadership
- Safety assessment
- Troubleshooting/Diagnostic testing
- Fault diagnosis
- Preventive Maintenance
- Field repairs
- Repair and installation
- System installation
- Electrical systems
- Equipment inspection
- Mechanical aptitude
- Technical skills
Accomplishments
- Certificates in Natural Gas Compression
- Basic 1, 2, and 3 Natural Gas Compression
- Rebuilding and Adjusting
- Caterpillar Engines ULB
- Adem 3
- Coupling Alignment
Timeline
Manager of Operations
Nova Compression LLC
08.2025 - 03.2026
Comprehensive Maintenance Specialist
Nova Compression LLC
03.2025 - 08.2025
Shop Senior Manager EMD Business Unit
Tops/Archrock - EMD Business Unit
01.2024 - 02.2025
Quality Control Supervisor
Tops LLC
07.2023 - 01.2024
Field Supervisor
Tops LLC
08.2021 - 07.2023
Lead Field Service Technician
Axip Energy Services
08.2020 - 08.2021
Field Supervisor
Kodiak Gas Services
04.2019 - 08.2020
Lead Field Service Technician
CPL Systems
05.2018 - 04.2019
Field Service Technician
CDM Resource Management
02.2013 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Mustang High School