Shaun Kale
Oilfield Operator
Vernal,UT
Summary
Experienced oilfield professional with extensive Coiled Tubing and production operations background. Strong working knowledge of wellsite procedures, production flow, pressure control, equipment troubleshooting, and field safety compliance. Skilled in heavy equipment operation, material handling, and coordinating field logistics to maintain continuous production. Proven ability to identify mechanical and operational issues quickly and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime. Seeking to transition field expertise into a Lease Operator role with Finley Resources, contributing to safe, efficient, and optimized well performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rig Up Lead
Dalbo Holdings Inc.
Vernal
10.2025 - Current
- Deployed and retrieved poly pipe and lay flat hose across active frac locations to maintain continuous water flow operations
- Operated transfer pumps, generators, and support equipment while monitoring pressure, flow rates, and system integrity
- Observed gauges and adjusted pump controls to maintain specified operating conditions and prevent downtime
- Loaded, unloaded, and secured pipe, pumps, and field materials for safe DOT-compliant transport
- Operated skid steers and heavy equipment to position hose and equipment efficiently across varying terrain
- Coordinated truck routing and water logistics to ensure uninterrupted frac support
- Performed equipment inspections and minor troubleshooting to maintain operational reliability
- Assisted with spill containment and environmental mitigation when required
- Maintained strict compliance with HSE standards, H2S protocols, OSHA guidelines, and company safety procedures
- Communicated with field crews and supervisors via radio and hand signals to ensure safe and efficient job execution
- Worked outdoors in extreme weather conditions while meeting demanding operational timelines
Coiled Tubing Lead Operator
Core Completions
Nunn
07.2023 - 10.2025
- Led high-pressure well intervention operations utilizing full coiled tubing spread (injector head, reel trailer, control cabin, power pack, pressure control equipment)
- Directed rig-up/rig-down and ensured safe execution of complex wellsite operations
- Monitored and interpreted real-time job data through Data Acquisition System (DAS) to maintain operational control and safety compliance
- Performed preventative maintenance and field troubleshooting to minimize downtime and maintain equipment reliability
- Conducted DOT-compliant pre-trip/post-trip inspections and maintained operational readiness
- Coordinated crew activities and enforced HSE standards including H2S and environmental protocols
- Identified as a high-performing Lead Operator on a fast track toward supervisory promotion prior to company closure
Coil Tubing Operator
Coil Tubing Partners
07.2019 - 06.2023
- Operated coiled tubing equipment including injector head, reel trailer, control cabin, and pressure control systems during well intervention operations
- Assisted in rig-up/rig-down and execution of high-pressure wellsite jobs
- Monitored operational parameters and supported data tracking through DAS to maintain safe job performance
- Performed routine maintenance and field-level equipment inspections to ensure operational readiness
- Supported pressure control procedures and adhered to strict wellsite safety protocols
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections in compliance with DOT regulations
- Maintained job documentation, inventories, and post-job equipment servicing
Crude Truck Driver
Larry Crude Hauling
Vernal
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Safely and effectively transported crude oil from well sites to distribution facilities
- Tested and evaluated crude oil for quality and grade
- Managed and controlled the loading and unloading of tanker trailers
- Maintained a safe and functional tractor-trailer unit
- Filled out detailed reports on crude oil quality and conditions, as well as site conditions
- Maintained accurate and legal logs of daily activities
- Coordinated pickup and delivery schedules with multiple dispatchers
- Completed extensive and detailed training in less than the average time period
Coil Tubing Operator/N2 Pump Lead
Cudd Pressure Control
07.2014 - 07.2018
- Operated Pressure Control Equipment (Power Source, Reel Trailer, Control Cabin, Injector, Coiled Tubing Unit) and performed Level 2 Maintenance
- Demonstrated competency in operations of job-specific equipment
- Performed level-2 maintenance, as necessary
- Demonstrated competency in the use and operation of Data Acquisition System (DAS)
- Understood and performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections, as needed
- Followed supervisor guidance concerning all Coiled Tubing related operations
- Assisted in various aspects of Coiled Tubing operations, including pre-job and preparation, mobilization, rig up, on-site operations, rig down, on-site maintenance, safety, environmental assurance, de-mobilization, and post-job inventories and maintenance
- Performed any and all Coiled Tubing services job duties for which they have been trained and are qualified to perform, including general labor, as necessary
Frac Hand
Baker Hughes
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Worked on machinery, learned new jobs to certify on new equipment
- Ensured proper functioning of equipment
- Practiced safety and health hazards
- Assisted other crew members with their equipment and ensured proper job completion
- Completed invoices and other paperwork as required
- Maintained satisfactory fuel level on any frac-related equipment
Frac Hand
Schlumberger
07.2010 - 07.2013
- Worked on machinery, and learned new jobs to certify on new equipment
- Ensured proper functioning of equipment
- Practiced safety and health hazards
- Assisted other crew members with their equipment and ensured proper job completion
- Completed invoices and other paperwork as required
- Maintained satisfactory fuel level on any frac-related equipment
Education
High School Diploma -
Calvin High School
Sacramento, CA06-1999
Skills
Production & Lease Operations
- Tank gauging, fluid measurement, and volume verification
- Tank loading/offloading and transfer operations
- Lease site inspections and production monitoring
- Spill prevention and environmental awareness
- Production documentation and field reporting
Certifications:
- CDL (Commercial Driver’s License)
- H2S Certified
- PEC Safeland Certified
- Forklift Certified
Equipment & Mechanical Proficiency
- Heavy equipment operation (loaders, skid steers, manlifts)
- Former Crane Operator
- Rig-up / rig-down operations
- Material handling and logistics coordination
- Mechanical troubleshooting and field equipment inspection
Safety & Field Execution
- Strong HSE compliance discipline
- Job Safety Analysis (JSA) participation
- Lockout/Tagout familiarity
- DOT compliance knowledge
- Experienced working independently in high-risk environments
Leadership
- Lead Operator – crew supervision and task delegation
- Production deadline accountability
- Field decision-making under pressure
- Clear, direct communication in operational settings
Certification
- H2S Certification – Safe work in hydrogen sulfide environments
- CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) – Heavy truck and field equipment operation
- PEC Safeland Certification – Oilfield safety, regulatory compliance, and site hazard management
- Forklift Certification – Material handling and logistics support
- Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Training – Hazard assessment and mitigation
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Familiarity – Equipment safety procedures
- Rig-Up / Rig-Down Procedures – Coiled tubing and wellsite operations readiness
- Pressure Control Equipment Training – Operation of injectors, reels, and power packs
- Heavy Equipment Operation – Skid steers, manlifts, loaders, and cranes
References
Scott Hoge – Operations Manager, Coil Tubing Partners Former Supervisor | Directly Oversaw Coiled Tubing Operations
Phone: +1 (406) 860-0156
Kevin Brown – Coil Supervisor, Cudd Pressure Control Former Immediate Supervisor, Core Completions
Phone: +1 (307) 922-4944
Garrett Rodgers – Nitrogen Operations Lead, Coppertip Energy
Former Trainee Supervisor, Coil Tubing Partners (North Dakota)
Phone: +1 (859) 475-8080
Kevin Wilkison – Supervisor, Core Completions
Field Supervisor | Coiled Tubing Operations
Phone: +1 (208) 590-0903
Timeline
Rig Up Lead
Dalbo Holdings Inc.
10.2025 - Current
Coiled Tubing Lead Operator
Core Completions
07.2023 - 10.2025
Coil Tubing Operator
Coil Tubing Partners
07.2019 - 06.2023
Crude Truck Driver
Larry Crude Hauling
07.2018 - 07.2019
Coil Tubing Operator/N2 Pump Lead
Cudd Pressure Control
07.2014 - 07.2018
Frac Hand
Baker Hughes
07.2013 - 07.2014
Frac Hand
Schlumberger
07.2010 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Calvin High School