Thad Coleman
Redondo Beach, Ca 90277
mailto:***************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE:
To utilize acquired knowledge and skill sets in a way that best meets the needs and requirements of my employer.
SUMMARY:
A motivated, energetic contributor with a strong desire to learn and succeed in a safety conscious environment.
EXPERIENCE:
Vintage Production, LLC. A wholly owned subsidiary of Occidental Petroleum- Production Technician.
Sept 2009 to Sept 2012
• Operation of a 1250BOE oil and gas producing lease.
• Direct work flow and schedule maintenance through observation and reporting in the Maximo program and system.
• Thorough and accurate testing of wells for gross and net production, GOR, API gravity, and BS&W content.
• Maintenance of LOWIS wellbore database to supply engineering, production, and royalty information.
• Familiar with Conventional, Mark, and Rotoflex pumping units of all sizes.
• Familiar with POCs and Variable Speed Drives ( VSDs).
• Operation of a 5000bpd water injection process including filtration, choke valves, and metering.
• Familiar and compliant with DOGGER and APCD requirements for Ventura County.
• No NOVs or findings in area of responsibility for three years.
• Instrumental in providing information and support to the Occidental Drilling Program in area of responsibility.
C.D. Lyon Construction – Contract Plant Technician, Piru, CA
Aug 2008 – Sept 2009
Santa Clara Valley Gas Plant (PSM Facility)
• Operation of 17 MMCFD Turbo Expander plant
• Operation of 7 MMBTU Power Flame burner
• NGL/Dry Gas sampling/Testing/Scheduling/Reporting
• Plant maintenance/upkeep in accordance with the Oxy MI program and an understanding of its intent.
• Operation of Cooper-Bessemer 2500 HP reciprocating gas compressors
• Write/Update procedures, P&ID’s, and train new operators.
• Planning and execution of Santa Clara Valley Gas Plant turnarounds (Plant ISO, de-pressurization, work supervision, and RTS)
Shiells Canyon CO2 Treater
• Operation of 6 MMSCFD Amine/Glycol treating facility
• Planning and execution of Shiells CO2 Plant turnarounds, (Plant ISO, de-pressurization, work supervision, and RTS)
• Operation of Ariel inlet gas compression
• Operation of 12.6 MMBTU Alzeta burner
• Operation of 1.1 MMBTU Eclipse burner
• Operation of Eco-Tec AmiPur System, refinement of this system led to a net savings of $50,000 per year and greatly reduced plant corrosion.
• Chemical sampling and analysis of Diethanolamine, and Triethylene glycol.
• Operation of Callidus thermal oxidizer
• Operation of reverse osmosis unit including hardness testing.
Pipeline
• Respond to “Dig alerts”.
• Locate liquid and gas lines as needed using sonic subsurface locating equipment.
• Inspect valve boxes and perform preventative maintenance as needed.
• Perform routine inspection of lines and right of ways including gas leak detection, cathodic protection, and signage.
• Gained familiarity with applicable D.O.T. regulations.
2/2005 to 8/2008 M.J. Tanklines, Ventura, Ca
Driver
• Ensure safe, accurate, and timely delivery of bulk fuel products throughout Southern California.
• Responsible for the inspection and light maintenance of assigned trucks and cargo tanks.
• Duties also include: unloading and loading via onboard and on-sight pumps.
• Designated as a driver/ trainer whose responsibilities include training new hires to safely load at over 10 different facilities in Southern California and perform all other driver functions.
• Certified by the Federal Transportation Corp. in Petroleum Delivery.
• Trained, tested, and certified in Hazardous Materials and Waste meeting guidelines established by: 49 Code of Federal Regulations HM126F-HM181-HM232, PHMSA/DOT.
• Observe all laws applicable to hazmat transportation and prepare all required DOT paperwork.
5/2004 – 2/2005 Sysco Food Services of Ventura
Delivery Associate
• Maintained the prompt and accurate delivery of foodservice products and related items to a broad customer base including restaurants, schools, and correctional facilities.
• Observed all DOT regulations and prepared all required paperwork.
EDUCATION:
• University of Houston, Houston, Tx.
• National Academy of Arts High School, Champagne, Ill
• Professional Driver Training, Oxnard, Ca
COMPETENTCIES
• Maximo CMMS
• PRIDE Administrator
• CDL holder in good standing
• PSM Training
• Taproot Incident Investigation
• OSHA Hazwoper
• PSM/Non-PSM MOC Procedure
• APCD Reporting Procedure
• LOTO Procedure
• Iconics
• Cygnet
• CPR certified
Industry and personal references available upon request