PRESTON MILLAN
Stevensville
Summary
Results-driven Oilfield Equipment Operator with 13+ years in drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations in the Williston Basin. Proven expertise in operating and maintaining high-pressure frac pumps, iron, chemical trailers, and heavy equipment while adhering to strict HSE and DOT standards. Experienced in pumpdown/perforating operations, pressure testing, chemical mixing/transfer, and safe hazmat transportation, and maintaining zero-incident safety records in extreme conditions. Current Class A CDL with HazMat and Tanker endorsements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Liberty Energy
Williston
01.2023 - Current
- Operate and maintain frac pumps, sand equipment, chemical trailers, and hydration units during multi-stage hydraulic fracturing operations.
- Safely transport, load, and unload hazardous chemicals and proppant; maintain 100% compliance with DOT regulations and company SOPs.
- Perform rigorous pre- and post-job equipment inspections, minor field repairs, and thorough cleaning to extend asset life and prevent downtime.
- Consistently maintain clean driving record with zero incidents or violations while hauling hazmat loads in challenging winter and off-road conditions.
- Complete accurate bills of lading, frac reports, and electronic logs using ELDs.
Press & Forming Operator
Roseburg Forest Products
03.2021 - Current
- Manufacturing role held between oilfield hitches to maintain steady income.
Frac Operator 3
Calfrac Well Services
Williston
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Prepared, maintained, and operated high-pressure frac pumps; performed pressure tests after maintenance and at the start of each new pad.
- Collaborated with Wireline on pumpdown operations for plug-and-perf stages.
- Worked directly with Blender Treater to ensure correct chemical ratios, sand concentrations, and job design parameters were met in real time.
- Executed preventive maintenance schedules on pumps and iron, significantly reducing non-productive time.
Derrick Hand
Helmerich & Payne (International Drilling Contractor)
02.2014 - 03.2020
- Managed drilling fluid systems: monitored pit volumes, mixed proper mud weights, and added chemicals per engineer specifications.
- Oversaw circulation equipment, pumps, manifolds, and shale shakers; trained and directed floorhands on safe rig-up/rig-down procedures.
- Maintained constant communication with Driller and Mud Engineer to optimize circulation and hole cleaning during high-pressure drilling operations.
Education
GED - General Studies
Hellgate High School
Missoula, MTSkills
- Frac Pump Operation & Maintenance
- Chemical Mixing & Transfer
- Pressure Testing (Iron & Pumps)
- Pumpdown / Wireline Operations
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- HazMat Transportation & DOT Compliance
- Equipment Inspections & Troubleshooting
- ELD / Digital Logging
- Safety-Focused (Zero Incidents)
- Route Optimization in Remote Locations
Availability
Available for 14/14, 21/7, or 21/14 rotations in the Bakken or any basin.
Education And Certifications
GED - General Studies, Hellgate High School, Missoula, MT, 01/2008, Class A CDL with HazMat & Tanker Endorsements, 02/2021, 02/2027, OSHA 10-Hour Construction, 01/2024, First Aid / CPR / AED, 02/2025, Flagging & Pilot Car, 01/2024, H2S Aware, PEC Safeland, RigPass, Extensive on-the-job frac training at Liberty Energy and Calfrac, pump maintenance schools, wireline safety, and high-pressure iron handling.
Timeline
Frac Operator 3
Calfrac Well Services
02.2023 - 07.2023
Equipment Operator
Liberty Energy
01.2023 - Current
Press & Forming Operator
Roseburg Forest Products
03.2021 - Current
Derrick Hand
Helmerich & Payne (International Drilling Contractor)
02.2014 - 03.2020
GED - General Studies
Hellgate High School