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Michael Kerby

Lovington,NM

Summary

Skilled Lease Operator with background in managing and maintaining oil and gas leases. Demonstrated knowledge of production equipment, field operations, and regulatory compliance. Proven abilities in troubleshooting operational issues, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Effectively contributed to improved efficiency and minimized downtime in previous roles.

Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Triumph Oilfield Services LLC
Hobbs, New Mexico
01.2015 - Current

Hotshot trucking responsible for delivering down hole tools, blow out preventers for Weatherford, Bulldog tools, XTO and many other companies. Hauled dirt for completions of pump jacks after work overs or repairs. Still have LLC and insurance.

  • Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.

Lease Operator

Legendary Services
Lovington, New Mexico
05.2024 - 01.2025
  • Responsible for monitoring and controlling wellheads, pumps, separators, dehydrators, and other production equipment.
  • Verified cleanliness of each tank farm and inspected for weeds or performance issues.
  • Observed control panels during pumping operations to monitor pressure, density, rate and concentration.
  • Monitored wellhead pressure to ensure optimal performance of wells during production operations.
  • Documented any mechanical problems encountered while conducting operations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all company policies and procedures.
  • Communicated regularly with other departments regarding operational issues or concerns.
  • Conducted regular inspections of tanks, pumps and valves for proper functioning.

Safety Tech

Veteran Safety Services
Lovington, New Mexico
01.2022 - 05.2024
  • Contracted out thru Centurion Pipeline to collect oil samples climbing there tanks under air thru out NM, TX and OK.
  • Scba certified as well as following all H2S rules and regulations
  • Explained principles, techniques and safety procedures and demonstrated use of materials and equipment.
  • Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations and work-related problems.

Owner

LaPlaya Corporate Suites
Houston, Texas
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Provided luxury corporate housing for Oilfield executives, traveling nurses, out of state or country families for long term vacation rentals.

  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lovington High School
Lovington, NM
05-1995

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Nmjc
Hobbs, NM

Skills

  • Self starter
  • Business orientated
  • Have knowledge of how running a lease effectively including ILP levels, restarting boosters, VRU'S, compressors, adjusting density levels, maintaining tank levels,sending in nightly reports , monitoring Cygnet and other computer programs and maintaining a safe environment
  • Clean driving record
  • Operational reporting
  • Risk management

Timeline

Lease Operator

Legendary Services
05.2024 - 01.2025

Safety Tech

Veteran Safety Services
01.2022 - 05.2024

Owner

LaPlaya Corporate Suites
01.2019 - 12.2021

Owner/Operator

Triumph Oilfield Services LLC
01.2015 - Current

High School Diploma -

Lovington High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Nmjc
Michael Kerby