Operations Foreman / Artificial Lift Specialist

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Ben Martin

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Motivated, determined, and goal-oriented individual that is experienced in production, artificial lift, and as an operations’ foreman. Has the ability to learn company specific programs. Looking to broaden and expand knowledge on the artificial lift or operations’ side of the oil and gas industry. SKILLS

• Ensures safety is priority

• Self-motivated

• Attention to details

• Excellent time management skills

• Effective communication skills

• Dependable and reliable

• Intermediate computer skills

• Monitors and troubleshoots downhole issues

• Tracking and minimizing LOE

• Coordinate daily operations

WORK EXPERIENCE

Hibernia Resources – Big Spring, TX

02/2025 – 07/2025

Artificial Lift Technician

• Evaluated artificial lift installations to maximize oil/gas well efficiencies by utilizing specialized equipment and closely monitoring production.

• Communicated daily with the engineering and operations departments.

• Used SCADA to monitor and repair POCs.

Firebird II Operating - Midland, TX

12/2024 - 01/2025

Production Foreman

• Managed new battery builds, pipeline work, and daily production operations, ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant site functioning.

BTA Oil Producers - Midland, TX

09/2024 - 10/2024

Measurement Technician

• Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting of measurement devices to ensure compliance with industry standards.

• Assisted with the installation and commissioning of new systems. Pioneer Natural Resources, Parsley Energy - Midland, TX 06/2019 - 07/2024

Operations Foreman, 06/2019 - 7/2024

• Managed direct reports including assigning duties, responsibilities, and work schedules.

• Maintained optimum well site run times by monitoring all surface equipment including pumping units, compressors, ESPs, etc.

• Monitored daily well production (oil, gas, and water) for efficiency and expenditures.

• Assigned tasks and duties to lease operators daily. Educated and guided lease operators in how to perform their duties with maximum efficiency and safety. 2

• Possessed a working knowledge of downhole equipment, operation, and troubleshooting. Artificial Lift Technician, 08/2017 - 06/2019

• Evaluated artificial lift installations to maximize oil/gas well efficiencies by utilizing specialized equipment and closely monitoring production.

• Communicated daily with the engineering and operations departments.

• Used SCADA to monitor and repair POCs.

• Used RodStar or S-Rod to design rod and tubing strings for optimal performance. Lease Operator, 08/2013 - 08/2017

• Gauged production and reported gauged reading, downtime, and other well information.

• Performed minor lease maintenance.

• Monitored rates and pressures on disposal wells.

• Monitored, optimized, and troubleshot gas lift, ESPs, and GAPL wells.

• Troubleshot pumping units and downhole issues.

Aztec Excavating – Midland, TX

07/2007 to 07/2013

Foreman/Operator

• Supervised crews on dirt work, operated heavy machinery and Class A CDL vehicles.

• Presented and sold services to clients, while providing detailed estimates and accurate quotes.

• Managed project documentation, ensuring pricing and terms accuracy. EDUCATION

High School Diploma, 2007

Midland Lee High School - Midland, TX

General Studies

Midland College - Midland, TX

** References are available upon request

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