Michael Seale
Farmington,NM
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in project management and operations supervision; most notably as a general manager, frac supervisor, lead tool hand installing liners/zonal isolation tools, a completions cunsultant, and project manager. Excelled in project development, tracking, and implementing cost-reduction strategies, achieving significant workflow efficiencies. Demonstrated exceptional leadership and workforce training skills, fostering team productivity and operational excellence.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
HSEQ; Field Safety Advisor
CNJ Oilfield Services, LLC
Farmington, NM
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Developed and implemented comprehensive safety training programs for field personnel.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Collaborated with management to create risk assessment protocols for operational activities.
- Led incident investigations, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Managed ISNET, Veriforce and accounted for all JSA's in Farmington operations between paper and digital format in Sitedocs. Used Geotab daily to monitor and locate personnel within field operations.
Project Manager
Outdoor Spaces
Lexington, KY
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
Chief Operator
Sperry Rail Services
Remote
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Worked with Railroad Gangs and MAnagers to Prevent derailments using proprietary induction and ultrasound technology.
- Level 1&2 Ultrasound Certified.
Operations Supervisor
ABC Truss; Division of USLBM
Chetek, WI
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Conducted ongoing reviews of program financial systems to assess cost control measures.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Organized meetings for executives and coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for [Number] employees.
- Built highly-efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
- Kept high average of performance evaluations.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
Package Delivery Driver
UPS
Port Angeles, WA
10.2017 - 12.2020
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Left notifications of attempted deliveries for packages requiring signatures, alerting recipients of scheduled future attempts or store location holding package for pick-up.
- Maintained clean driving record and observed relevant traffic laws to reduce risks.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
Completions/Product Enhancement Operations Manager
Seale Consulting, LLC
Williston, ND
01.2014 - 10.2017
- Crosslink and slickwater system on long laterals in most commonly 300' intervals stimulating up to 6# sand.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Established positive and effective communication among staff and multi-organizational leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Managed all location operations of simultaneous fracs of all frac, wireline, well head, proppant and water transfer operators.
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Field Service Specialist IV
Baker Hughes
Williston, ND
06.2011 - 01.2014
- Operated hand tools and power equipment according to company safety procedures.
- Maintained company field response vehicle stocked with repair and replacement parts of high value.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to company men, drillers, operators, etc...
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to company men, drillers, operators, etc...
- Collaborated with company men and crews to ensure pipe tally was agreed upon and tools were set at agreed upon location within well.
- Worked with superiors when issues needed their focused attention toward resolution.
- Reviewed aspects of job upon completion to alleviate equipment failure and prevent callbacks.
- Followed safety procedures to avoid injuries in field.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Established positive customer relationships by providing punctual, cost-effective solutions.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
Owner/Partner
Waypoint Transportation
Williston, ND
10.2010 - 06.2011
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Started out doing rig moves with a 4 axle trailer. Hauled pipe, water tanks, crane weights and oil from oil company production tanks to large lact tanks railroad bound.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Service Supervisor 1
Halliburton Energy Services
Williston, ND
05.2008 - 10.2010
- Assisted with training and development of team members.
- Handled customer complaints and inquiries.
- Monitored team's performance and gave feedback when necessary.
- Updated job knowledge by attending workshops, training sessions and educational opportunities.
- Operated every piece of equipment on location. Operated crane, spotted and set up locations. Called and supervised jobs per design and made on the fly adjustments as pressure allowed per formation.
General Manager
Showers of Flowers Yarn Shop
Denver, CO
08.2004 - 05.2008
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Managed all facets of business operations; employee training, client experience, budget, purchasing, sales and marketing.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- 77 national and 13 international vendors.
- Negotiated terms with a prominent industry vendor for 12 month terms and a full season of marketing in Vogue while we implemented our mens line called El Tejido Designs.
- Grew our online sales to 20% yearly revenue.
OTR Driver
Spears Transfer
Vandalia, OH
10.2001 - 08.2004
- Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
- Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.
- Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
- Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Education
High School Diploma - Some College. Gen Eds; Didn't Get Associate Deg
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH03-1995
GED -
Kettering High School
Kettering, OH03-1991
Skills
- Project development
- Project tracking
- Feasibility analysis
- Systems implementation
- Safety audits
- Hazard identification
- Workplace inspections
- Emergency response plans
- Safety meetings
- Environmental management
- Safety program assessments
- Company policy compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
Notables:
Well Control Certified 3 Years
Osha 40 Over 10 Years
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Cert University of WI
Level 1&2 Non-Destructive Testing Ultrasound Cert
5 Voices Leadership; Primary Voice Guardian
Myers Briggs ENFJ - Insights Primary Profile Green
Timeline
HSEQ; Field Safety Advisor
CNJ Oilfield Services, LLC
05.2025 - 03.2026
Project Manager
Outdoor Spaces
04.2024 - 01.2025
Chief Operator
Sperry Rail Services
09.2023 - 04.2024
Operations Supervisor
ABC Truss; Division of USLBM
01.2021 - 06.2023
Package Delivery Driver
UPS
10.2017 - 12.2020
Completions/Product Enhancement Operations Manager
Seale Consulting, LLC
01.2014 - 10.2017
Field Service Specialist IV
Baker Hughes
06.2011 - 01.2014
Owner/Partner
Waypoint Transportation
10.2010 - 06.2011
Service Supervisor 1
Halliburton Energy Services
05.2008 - 10.2010
General Manager
Showers of Flowers Yarn Shop
08.2004 - 05.2008
OTR Driver
Spears Transfer
10.2001 - 08.2004
GED -
Kettering High School
High School Diploma - Some College. Gen Eds; Didn't Get Associate Deg
Sinclair Community College