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Charles McGaha

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Summary

With a robust background at Pilot Travel Centers and the US Army, I excel in gas processing and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and implementing maintenance routines to reduce downtime. Skilled in decision-making and time management, I've significantly improved resource recovery and safety procedures.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Board Operator

Pilot Travel Centers
12.2021 - Current

I run a gas and diesel refinery

  • Implemented proactive equipment maintenance routines to minimize downtime due to technical malfunctions.
  • Accurately documented daily logs of control board activities, enabling effective tracking of performance metrics.
  • Implemented proactive preventive maintenance schedules, minimizing equipment breakdowns and prolonging service life.
  • Proactively addressed potential hazards by following established safety procedures during emergency situations involving the control boards or related equipment malfunctioning incidents.
  • Trained new Control Board Operators, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal system utilization.

Lead Operator

Royal Services
09.2018 - 12.2021

I was the lead flowback operator in the oil and gas industry.

  • Maintained accurate records of all job-related activities, ensuring timely reporting to supervisors and adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • Ensured accurate data collection by conducting thorough well tests, monitoring production rates, and recording essential information.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting issues with separators, gas metering systems, or other related equipment to ensure continuous production.

Flowback Operator

QEP Resources
04.2016 - 09.2018
  • Increased operational efficiency by implementing new flowback procedures and equipment.
  • Reduced downtime for maintenance by performing regular inspections and preventative measures on flowback equipment.
  • Maximized resource recovery with careful management of surface-controlled choke operations.

Casing Crew Hauler

Byrd Oilfield Services
04.2013 - 04.2016
  • Trained new employees on casing hand tasks, ensuring consistent performance standards across the team.
  • Supported drilling teams by providing essential tools and supplies as needed throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Enhanced drilling efficiency by maintaining and repairing casing equipment.

Army Ranger

US Army
02.2007 - 04.2011

Airborne Army Ranger

  • Two deployments to Afghanistan
  • Medically retired

Education

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
08-2006

Skills

  • Production experience
  • Completion design
  • Gas processing
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making

Timeline

Board Operator

Pilot Travel Centers
12.2021 - Current

Lead Operator

Royal Services
09.2018 - 12.2021

Flowback Operator

QEP Resources
04.2016 - 09.2018

Casing Crew Hauler

Byrd Oilfield Services
04.2013 - 04.2016

Army Ranger

US Army
02.2007 - 04.2011

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Arizona State University
Charles McGaha