Seth McArdle

Equipment Operator 3 Level 2

• Assisted HSE Supervisors with field safety audits, incident reports, and ensuring strict adherence to company Standard Operating Procedures and OSHA standards.
• Aided supervisors in conducting safety meetings and risk assessments for each job site, fostering a culture of proactive hazard identification and mitigation.
• Adapt to any task needed by my supervisor through learning new skills and operating/safety procedures, or redeveloping old skills to help ensure the continuance of efficient and normal operations
• Strengthened relationships with clients by demonstrating professionalism and an unwavering commitment to safe practices on site. Exemplified by customers for my ability to recognize potential hazards and my attention to detail in turn building trust due unwavering commitment to safety and efficiency.
• Assisted in training new hires on frac equipment operation procedures, promoting consistent performance across the team. Emphasizing safety as a key component to becoming a successful operator.
• Take inventory and fill out forms to order parts, tools, chemicals, and equipment lubricants.
• Inspect iron and remove any expired or defective iron. Ensure Safety Data Sheets are present in required areas, Job Safety Environmental Analysis paperwork is properly filled out for performing task, during maintenance on equipment proper Lockout Tagout is performed, and use company resources to review and ensure company Standard Operating Procedures are followed.

(Acquired by ProFrac Services November 2022)

Equipment Operator 2 Level 3

Frac Blender Operator

• Operated 4 different styles of Fracturing Blender including: NRG, Dragon, S&S diesel and Electric Blender. While using 2 different software systems (AMI & Acufrac)
• Used control panel in order to maintain proper suction rate for water, and proper concentration for both sand and chemicals was achieved.
• Maximized equipment lifespan by performing regular preventive maintenance tasks, monitoring overall fluid pressures and levels on equipment, lowering overall repair costs. Also, allowing mechanics to attend to more important issues throughout the shift.
• Performed shutdowns, while communicating with supervisors giving details and instructions during various high pressure situations helping prevent any further errors.

Pump Operator

• Operated dual fluid end Grizzly electric frac pumps using the Approach Software system.
• Monitored seven different computers during pumping to monitor job totals, chemicals and sand concentrations, along with well and pump pressures, systems alarms, and temperature sensors for VFD and Motor components on pumps.
• Provided details to mechanics and electrical technicians to assist in trouble shooting any system failures on equipment.
• Abided by company Standard Operating Procedures during prime up, pressure test, and pumping operations to ensure safety.

General Responsibilities

• Assisted electricians and ask questions to grow and understanding of electrical components on and in electric frac equipment
• Developed a basic understanding of the process for turning gas into electricity through a turbine system to power equipment.
• Strengthened relationships with clients by demonstrating professionalism and an unwavering commitment to safe practices on site.
• Trained new hires and retrained experienced operators on frac equipment operation procedures, promoting consistent performance across the team.
• Enhanced safety measures by conducting pre and post-operation equipment inspections, reducing downtime incidents.
• Supported environmental compliance initiatives through proper disposal of chemicals and waste materials, mitigating potential hazards onsite.

Equipment Operator 1 Level 4

Lineboss for both Frac and Pumpdown

• Collaborated with supervisors to address any equipment malfunctions promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Ensured proper calibration of equipment prior to use, optimizing performance and minimizing any potential discrepancies in measurements.
• Optimized rig-up and rig-down processes through effective coordination with crew members, minimizing job completion time.
• Maintained a strong working knowledge of various frac-related tools and technology advancements to stay current in the field.
• Increased operational efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace on location for all parties.
• Improved communication within the team by providing clear instructions during high-pressure situations, resulting in reduced errors.
• Conducted routine field safety audits along with HSE supervisors to enforce pre- and post-trip standards.
• Maintained supplies inventory by frequently checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for needed supplies.
• Assisted in training new hires on frac equipment operation procedures, promoting consistent performance across the team.
• Strengthened relationships with clients by demonstrating professionalism and an unwavering commitment to safe practices on site.
• Upheld company''s standard operating procedures and safety guidelines while executing daily tasks as a Frac Equipment Operator.
• Enhanced safety measures by conducting pre and post-operation equipment inspections, reducing downtime incidents.
• Supported environmental compliance initiatives through proper disposal of chemicals and waste materials, mitigating potential hazards onsite.
• Aided supervisors in conducting safety meetings and risk assessments for each job site, fostering a culture of proactive hazard identification and mitigation.

(Acquired by Profrac Servies January 2023)

Equipment Operator in Training

Line Boss in training for both Frac and Pump Down

• Ensured safety of frac crew and other crews on site, reported any key issues directly to my field supervisors, treaters, or company men.
• Assist mechanics and electrical technicians on repairs to equipment systems and components to allow maximum operating performance.
• Performed maintenance on frac pumps during pumping by isolating both low and high pressure side, then safely relieving pressure through a 1x2 plug valve to atmosphere.
• Oversee pressure test for both Frac and Pump-down lines simultaneously in order to find weak points within iron and frac stacks before opening wells and allowing Frac and Pump-down operations to commence.
• During miss runs of perforating guns where explosives failed to discharge all parties would report to the muster area. Acting as the representative for my company assisting customer consultant and wireline crew to asses the situation and then communicate to all parties for safe return to normal operations once a solution was achieved.

Short Service Employee (SSE or Greenhat)

• Began to developing basic knowledge of all operations on-site including fracturing procedures, water transfer, wireline, sand, and chemicals.
• Developed knowledge of company standard operating procedures and safety policies by participating in daily task and safety meetings to retain skills and information.
• Trained to inspect and operate various on-site equipment including aerial lifts, various types of forklifts, skid steers, and backhoes.