Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Nicholas Hnatiuk

Wembley

Summary

Dedicated Oilfield Operator experienced in coil tubing, hydraulic fracturing, and wellhead services. Achieved operational efficiency through expertise in high-pressure well servicing equipment, rigorous safety adherence, and effective teamwork. Focused on contributing to production goals and enhancing skill set within the oil and gas industry.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Coiled Tubing Operator

STEP Energy
Clairmont
01.2023 - Current
  • Operated coiled tubing units and related equipment to perform well intervention services on oil and gas wells
  • Performed rig-up and rig-down of coil tubing units, pressure control equipment (PCE), injectors, BOPs, lubricators, iron, and support equipment
  • Monitored well pressures, pump rates, fluid volumes, and operating parameters to maintain safe and efficient operations
  • Assisted in well cleanouts, stimulation treatments, nitrogen pumping, and milling, contributing to effective well servicing operations
  • Conducted pre/post-trip inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on coil tubing equipment and support units
  • Generated DVIRs, maintenance records, inspection reports, and operational paperwork while maintaining accurate documentation
  • Conducted hazard assessments and safety meetings, implementing quality control procedures to ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations
  • Monitored equipment performance, identifying mechanical failures and leaks to enhance operational reliability and minimize downtime
  • Loaded, unloaded, and mobilized equipment while maintaining housekeeping standards and operational readiness
  • Worked extended shifts in remote locations and extreme weather conditions, maintaining productivity and safety standards

Frac Operator

STEP Energy
Clairmont
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Operated hydraulic fracturing equipment to support efficient oilfield operations
  • Performed rig-up and rig-down of frac iron, pumping equipment, manifolds, and support equipment
  • Monitored pressures, fluid systems, and pumping rates during frac operations
  • Conducted equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs
  • Ensured compliance with safety procedures, company policies, and industry regulations to minimize risks
  • Participated in daily safety meetings and hazard assessments to enhance operational safety and readiness
  • Worked extended shifts in remote locations and physically demanding conditions

Wellhead Service Technician

Great North Wellhead
Clairmont
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Install, assemble, and service wellhead equipment, Christmas trees, valves, and associated pressure control components
  • Perform maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of wellhead systems in the field and shop
  • Support well completions, workovers, and production operations
  • Pressure test wellhead equipment to ensure integrity and compliance with safety standards
  • Change out valves, seals, flanges, pack-offs, and other wellhead components as required
  • Monitor and maintain wellhead pressures and production equipment performance
  • Follow detailed procedures for well control and pressure safety operations
  • Work closely with drilling, coil tubing, frac, and production crews to support operations
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company safety policies, and environmental standards

Loader Operator / Washplant Operator

Inland Aggregates
Grande Prairie
03.2019 - 01.2021

Loader Operation

  • Operate wheel loaders to move raw material, stockpile aggregates, and load customer trucks
  • Monitor stockpile levels and ensure efficient site material flow
  • Safely operate equipment in busy pit environments with trucks and other machinery
  • Maintain proper material blending and separation to meet product specifications

Managed wash plant operations to ensure effective processing of aggregates

  • Operate and monitor wash plant systems used for screening, washing, and processing aggregate materials
  • Control water flow, pumps, screens, conveyors, and crushers to maintain production quality
  • Ensure proper sizing and cleanliness of finished products (sand, gravel, rock)
  • Troubleshoot and report mechanical or operational issues with plant equipment

Education

Lacombe Composite High School
Lacombe, AB

Skills

  • Coiled tubing operation
  • Pressure control equipment
  • Well intervention techniques
  • Hydraulic fracturing
  • Well servicing operations
  • Fluid pumping techniques
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Pressure management
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Rigging proficiency
  • Hazard assessment
  • Safety compliance
  • Safety protocol adherence
  • Documentation management
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking capacity
  • Stress tolerance
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Machine operation
  • Physical stamina

Certification

  • Class 1 Driver’s License
  • H2S Alive
  • Standard First Aid / CPR
  • CSO
  • WHMIS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Coiled Tubing Operator

STEP Energy
01.2023 - Current

Frac Operator

STEP Energy
01.2022 - 01.2023

Wellhead Service Technician

Great North Wellhead
01.2021 - 01.2022

Loader Operator / Washplant Operator

Inland Aggregates
03.2019 - 01.2021

Lacombe Composite High School
Nicholas Hnatiuk