Ruben Garay
Midland
Summary
Experienced and resourceful Oil Field Operator and Reverse Unit Operator with 3+ years' experience. Prevents and corrects existing and recurring equipment maintenance issues. Core competencies include fixing out hole problems and project Completion, Work Over, and Logistics. Solid knowledge of well services, performance monitoring, well remedial work and risk analysis, and strategic plan development. Invaluable team member with ability to motivate crews; consistently accomplishes high production rates while maintaining best safety methods and practices. Effective decision maker with ability to incur cost savings and relentlessly enhance operational efficiency. Plays a pivotal role in the production and maintenance of oil and gas wells. Supervises and coordinates activities of employees engaged in setting up, testing, and servicing oil wells and well logging. Excels in unpredictable, dynamic, and fast-paced work environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pulling Unit Operator
Ranger Energy Services
Midland
06.2025 - Current
- Drive/Operate Pulling Unit
- Perform all operations with high regards to health, environment, and overall procedural safety.
- Install service unit onsite, perform preventive maintenance on pulling and pumping equipment, and ensure complete operational readiness.
- Coordinate services and delivery of equipment.
- Manage all movement on location, ensure adherence to all policies and regulations.
- Completes pre/post trip inspections and services on all equipment.
Pump/ Rig Operator relief
American well services
Midland
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Perform and maintain well control for servicing and maintenance of wells.
- Invaluable team member with ability to motivate crews.
- Effective decision maker with ability to incur cost savings and relentlessly enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintain accurate records and depths.
- Adhere to company policies and work requirements.
- Operate rig with high regards to health and safety.
Derrick Hand
American well services
Midland
12.2023 - 12.2025
- Performed preventive maintenance and ensured operational readiness of all equipment installed on client's site.
- Responsible for steadying pipe and rods for insertion into well.
- Coordinated with operator, and ensured smooth transitions from initiation to termination of each project.
- Adhered to proper rig up procedures; operated equipment in accordance with safe set protocol.
Floor Hand
American well services
Midland
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Continuously checked all rig and equipment for safety violations.
- Supported crewmembers; ensured compliance with safety procedures, and performed other tasks as assigned.
- Assisted in the operation of the Well Service Unit by rig up and down, lifting, pads and boards, and emergency equipment.
Construction Worker
Garays construction
El Paso
07.2018 - 06.2023
- Assisted in the installation of structures, including framing and roofing systems.
- Conducted inspections of materials and tools for quality assurance before use.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites to promote productivity and safety standards.
- Resolved minor issues on-site to minimize disruptions during construction activities.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Mixed concrete, mortar and other materials to prepare building material.
- Repaired damaged structures with appropriate materials including wood and metal components.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
- Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
- Monitored progress of construction activities making sure deadlines were met.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High-school
El Paso, TX 08.2003 - 06.2018
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Well control
- Preventive maintenance
- Rig operation
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- Forklift certified
- Derrick rescue certified
- H2s training
References
- Ivan Gonzalez (Exxon mobil consultant) 915-238-8905
- Tanner sanders (Exxon mobile consultant) 432-282-7666
- Alvaro banuelas (Exxon mobile consultant)806-215-9553
- Tag locklar (consultant)432-631-3569
Timeline
Pulling Unit Operator
Ranger Energy Services
06.2025 - Current
Pump/ Rig Operator relief
American well services
06.2025 - 06.2026
Derrick Hand
American well services
12.2023 - 12.2025
Floor Hand
American well services
06.2023 - 12.2023
Construction Worker
Garays construction
07.2018 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High-school
08.2003 - 06.2018