Zack Talbot
Newcastle,WY
Summary
Pump Operator with eight years of experience in oil and gas. Translates big-picture understanding of well operations into efforts consistently meeting high standard or productivity. Disciplined worker displaying honesty and integrity in workplace. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Hand/Fence Builder
Goings Ranch
01.2024 - Current
- Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Branded and tagged livestock for proper identification and security when lost and stolen.
- Ensured healthy livestock through regular monitoring, vaccination, and treatment of illnesses.
Plant Operator
Black Hills Bentonite
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Monitoring and overseeing plant operations
- Assisting with startup, shutdown, and operations of facility equipment
- Shift foreman
- Identifying problems that arise and resolving them
- Ensuring that safety and environmental rules and programs are strictly adhered to
- Performing preventative and maintenance measures
- Observing gauges, dials, switches, alarms, and other indicators to ensure that all machines are working properly
- Training new hires and cross-training other staff members
Roustabout
M&K Oil
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Followed safety protocols and regulations when performing roustabout duties, reducing risks and hazards.
- Assisted Pumpers, worked on pumper units & worked on treater tanks.
- Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to safety guidelines and protocols consistently.
- Assisted roughnecks with tasks and supplied with equipment.
- Operated various heavy machinery, including forklifts and cranes, for smooth rig operations.
Line Finder
B&G Oil
11.2019 - 07.2020
- Assisted with the installation, repair, or replacement of pumping equipment as needed, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent productivity levels.
- Aided in maintaining a safe working environment by participating in safety training programs and adhering to company policies at all times.
- Optimized the recovery of oil reserves by analyzing reservoir data and making recommendations for adjustments in pumping strategies.
- Supported continuous learning within the team, sharing insights from experience on best practices for efficient pumper operations.
Education
High school diploma -
Newcastle High School
05.2011
Skills
- Forklift
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Military Experience
- Loader Operation
- Backhoe Operation
- Sample Collecting
- Parts Replacement
- Valve Operation
- System Troubleshooting
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Flow Measurement
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Military Service
Army National Guard, United States, Specialist, 05/01/11, 05/01/19, Perform as a member of a fire team during drills and combat., Aid in the mobilization of vehicles, troops, and weaponry., Assist in reconnaissance missions., Process prisoners of war and captured documents., Use, maintain, and store combat weapons (e.g., rifles, machine guns, antitank mines, etc.)
Timeline
Ranch Hand/Fence Builder
Goings Ranch
01.2024 - Current
Plant Operator
Black Hills Bentonite
09.2021 - 01.2024
Roustabout
M&K Oil
07.2020 - 09.2021
Line Finder
B&G Oil
11.2019 - 07.2020
High school diploma -
Newcastle High School
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