Victor M. Espinoza
Socorro,TX
Summary
Safety-focused and dependable professional with 7 years of experience as an Operations Superintendent in Salt Water Disposals combined with extensive background in CDL driving, security operations, and team leadership. Proven ability to work in extreme environments, follow strict safety procedures, and perform complex calculations related to volumes, pressures, and equipment operations. Bilingual in English and Spanish, highly organized, punctual, and reliable with a strong work ethic.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Superintendent
WaterBridge Infrastructure
2019 - Current
- Operations Superintendent - Saltwater Disposal (SWD)
- Directed safe and compliant daily operations of saltwater disposal wells, pipelines, pumps, tanks, and associated facilities
- Managed injection volumes, pressures, and rates to ensure compliance with state and federal disposal permits
- Oversaw field supervisors, operators, and technicians; coordinated contractors for maintenance, well services, and construction
- Enforced safety programs and environmental compliance, promoting a strong safety culture across all operations
- Conducted field inspections, audits, and safety meetings to ensure adherence to company and regulatory standards.
- Monitored SCADA systems and field data to identify operational issues and optimize system performance
- Led preventative maintenance programs, reducing downtime and improving asset reliability
- Coordinated mechanical integrity tests (MITs), pressure testing, and well integrity programs
- Responded to operational upsets, emergencies, and after-hours callouts as required
- Supported permitting, regulatory reporting, and documentation for SWD wells and facilities.
- Managed operating and maintenance budgets; reviewed invoices, work orders, and capital expenditures
- Identified cost-reduction opportunities while maintaining safety, compliance, and operational efficiency
- Coordinated with production, drilling, land, regulatory, and commercial teams on system expansions and tie-ins
- Supported facility startups, system expansions, and new SWD developments
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced downtime across production lines.
- Managed cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve organizational objectives effectively.
- Developed and executed training programs for staff, enhancing skills and knowledge in operational processes.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive strategic decision-making initiatives.
- Coordinated resource allocation, optimizing inventory management and reducing operational costs significantly.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes, leading to improved efficiency and reduced downtime across teams.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to align operational goals with organizational objectives and deliverables.
- Implemented strategic initiatives that resulted in significant cost reductions while maintaining service quality.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement, driving continuous operational excellence initiatives.
- Reduced downtime by maintaining equipment and addressing maintenance issues promptly.
- Created a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting routine inspections.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve company-wide goals and improve overall performance.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
OPERATOR ASSISTANT II
HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Learned basic oil well operation: pipe capacities and volume/height math, plug landing pressures, absolute volumes (including total water requirements for job), hydrostatic/ different pressures, resulting forces, balanced plugs, bulk cement blending calculations to include liquid additives and weighted spacers, pressure to reverse, and determining burst and collapse, cement pumping and mixed equipment, blenders, liquid additive metering systems, centrifugal pumps, data acquisition systems, Auto Density Control (ADC) systems, bulk cement delivery and storage systems, manifold equipment, and cementing plug releasing tools, performance of pre-trip and post-trip, paper work and reports. Understanding hazardous materials, jobs, wash up and discharge procedures. Verify the correct line up of valves on bulk systems and surface manifold equipment.
- CERTIFICATIONS
- CLASS A CDL W/ TANK ENDORSEMENT
- FIRE SAFETY
- ELECTRICAL SAFETY
- CPR AED AND FIRST AID FOR ADULTS
- WALKING WORKING SURFACE
- H2S
- FIT TEST (SCOTT AV2000 FUL FACE LARGE)
- CURRENT PEC CARD
- HYDROGEN SULFIDE SAFETY
- BACK SAFETY
- EMERGENCY REPONSE
DETENTION OFFICER
GLOBAL PRECISION SERVICES
05.2009 - 07.2017
- Accountable for ensuring a secure and safe facility environment at the Department of Homeland Security Immigration And Customs Enforcement Service Processing Center housing up to 1,000 undocumented detainees from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds waiting for immigration review.
- Enforce all facility rules and regulations, monitor detainee activities and behavior, and ensure a quick and firm response to rule infractions; organize, direct, and supervise detainee actions during housekeeping and sanitation work details, meals, visiting room activities, and prisoner movement in living areas and the yard.
- Manage the operation of facility’s closed circuit television monitoring system and prepare and maintain accurate logs and records of detainee activities.
- Monitor and oversee all regular headcounts and conduct perimeter security operations including manning surveillance posts, operating checkpoints, and patrolling/inspecting perimeter walls, fences, and gates demonstrating detailed knowledge of the facility layout in order to execute emergency security and safety procedures in case of fire, riots, and escape attempts.
- Manage the physical and property searches of both detainees and institution to detect and confiscate contraband, weapons, and other prohibited material; administer physical searches including pat-downs, visual inspections to include shakedown inspections of cells, walk-through inspections, and thorough searches of public areas.
- Oversee the escorting of detainees to and from Immigration Review Court ensuring all detainees are escorted in a safe, secure, and professional manner; provide general security for the courthouses, maintain safety and order in the courtrooms, and enforce courtroom rules; assist the judges, attorneys, and consulates from various countries as needed.
- CRITICAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
- Exceptional Oral & Written Communication Skills
- Emergency Situation Management
- Use / Care of Diverse Firearms
- Conflict Resolution
- Investigation Procedures / Techniques
- Surveillance Methods
- Workforce Diversity
- CERTIFICATIONS:
- Certified Corrections Officer
- Weapons Competencies: Semi-Automatic 40 & Above, Shotgun, Expandable Baton, Bean Bag, Metal Detecting Wands, OC Spray, Stinger Grenade, Pepper Balls, and X-Ray Viewing Machines
- CPR/AED Certification
- Class A Texas Commercial Driver’s License
- First Aid Certification Adult/Child
- Public Trust Security Clearance from US Government
- Blood Borne Pathogens
- Threw Academy School of Careers in 2006.
COIN SPECIALIST/CDL DRIVER
LOOMIS ARMORED TRUCKS
05.2008 - 05.2009
- While working for Loomis, Using of automated equipment, process loose bagged coin into conformed rolls to be packaged in various denomination boxes for daily customer change order shipments. Coin Specialist is a dual-function job: loader and boxer/packer. Each function is performed in an alternating manner; i.e., alternating positions per four hours or every other day. I would continuously fill machine hoppers with loose coin while the packer-boxer oversees and directs the flow of rolled coin on the conveyor into boxes. The boxer then weighs seals, initials and places boxes of rolled coin onto the rack. Also, Armored Service Technicians work as a team on a designated route. I would be responsible for the safe and timely delivery of cash and coin to Loomis customers, as well as the loading and balancing of ATM machines along my route while operating a commercial vehicle.
TRACTOR OPERATOR/CDL DRIVER/CREW LEADER
EL PASO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2005 - 01.2009
- While working for the El Paso Independent School District, I Operated, adjusted, and performed minor maintenance on a gasoline or diesel powered tractor with retractable mower reels to travel to school sites on public streets and mow lawn and sports turf areas. I would use mower attachments to aerate, seed, and fertilize lawn and turf areas. Confer with school administrators and area gardening personnel to schedule and coordinate the mowing of lawn and turf areas. Intermittently supervise gardening crews engaged in turf and lawn care activities, such as fertilizing, aerating, weeding, reseeding, landscaping and removal of weeds and rubbish as needed. Report on and assists in reviewing, evaluating, and maintaining new and improved gardening equipment, materials, and supplies. Operate, adjust, and perform minor maintenance on power mowers, tractor attachments, and other power gardening equipment. I may instruct and train District personnel in the operation of tractor mowers. Operated a commercial dump truck and hauled a flatbed trailer with equipment to and from various schools. Perform duties related to landscape functions during periods of inclement weather. Perform related duties as assigned.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
WORLD HOPE ACADEMY
01.2007
CDL LICENSE - undefined
ACADEMY SCHOOL OF CAREERS
01.2006
Skills
Safety compliance
Timeline
OPERATOR ASSISTANT II
HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES
07.2017 - 01.2019
DETENTION OFFICER
GLOBAL PRECISION SERVICES
05.2009 - 07.2017
COIN SPECIALIST/CDL DRIVER
LOOMIS ARMORED TRUCKS
05.2008 - 05.2009
TRACTOR OPERATOR/CDL DRIVER/CREW LEADER
EL PASO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2005 - 01.2009
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
WORLD HOPE ACADEMY
CDL LICENSE - undefined
ACADEMY SCHOOL OF CAREERS
Operations Superintendent
WaterBridge Infrastructure
2019 - Current