Ruben Gaitan
Sandia,TX
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with extensive experience at C & J Energy, excelling in team leadership and project coordination. Proven track record in optimizing workflows and enhancing production efficiency. Skilled in well troubleshooting and safety compliance, driving significant improvements in operational performance and client satisfaction. Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Big Buck Farming Co. LLC
Alice, USA
2022.01 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure optimal workflow and productivity.
- Managed payroll time tracking to maintain accuracy and compliance.
- Conducted sales assessments to identify growth opportunities.
- Troubleshot well issues to enhance production efficiency.
- Maintained accurate DOT logs for regulatory compliance.
- Accumulated seven years of hot oil truck operation experience, focusing on pumping pressure management.
- Utilized comprehensive well knowledge to resolve plugged lines and optimize separator performance.
- Initiated artificial lifts and applied expertise in gas lift and plunger wells.
Hot Oiler
Trio Hot Oilers
Alice, USA
2017.06 - 2021.12
- Directed day-to-day operations while ensuring effective maintenance and call dispatching.
- Supported clients by resolving diverse issues to enhance overall production.
- Monitored equipment maintenance and ensured availability for uninterrupted operations.
- Handled rolling tank processes, focusing on efficient separation of water and oil.
- Resolved complex well issues, including stuck artificial lifts and flow line plugs.
- Conducted troubleshooting for gas lift wells, addressing challenges promptly.
Crew Supervisor
C & J Energy
Alice, USA
2015.01 - 2021.12
- Directed daily operations for team of 60, optimizing performance and resource allocation.
- Supervised round-the-clock frac crew activities to guarantee operational continuity.
- Coordinated daily shift schedules to maximize efficiency and productivity.
- Handled timekeeping and payroll processes for all field professionals.
- Fostered client relationships during multi-million dollar projects to ensure satisfaction.
- Procured necessary equipment to maintain frac crew functionality.
- Enforced safety mandates and OSHA regulations through effective leadership.
- Organized training sessions for new members on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Supervised daily crew operations to ensure efficient workflow and safety compliance.
- Coordinated training sessions for new team members on safety protocols and equipment usage.
Coil Operator
Step Energy Services
Robstown, USA
2008.01 - 2015.01
- Streamlined daily operations and management of coiled tubing equipment for enhanced efficiency.
- Operated coiled tubing systems for well intervention and completion processes.
- Conducted pre-deployment safety inspections on all equipment rigorously.
- Adjusted machine settings in compliance with product specifications precisely.
- Facilitated communication among team members regarding tasks and safety matters.
- Implemented preventive maintenance protocols for all coil operation machinery.
- Executed timely component changes on injector heads to maintain readiness.
- Achieved wild well control certification, reinforcing commitment to safety.
Education
High School Diploma - Business management
Alice High School
Alice01.2006
Skills
- Welding and fabrication
- Business management
- Operations management
- Microsoft Office applications
- Fleet maintenance
- Report generation
- Driver logs
- Sales analysis
- Well troubleshooting
- Project coordination
- Team leadership
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Profit and loss management
- Consulting services
- Sales management
- Operational oversight
- Client engagement
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 10/31/1987
Languages
Spanish
Limited
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Owner
Big Buck Farming Co. LLC
2022.01 - Current
Hot Oiler
Trio Hot Oilers
2017.06 - 2021.12
Crew Supervisor
C & J Energy
2015.01 - 2021.12
Coil Operator
Step Energy Services
2008.01 - 2015.01
High School Diploma - Business management
Alice High School