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Ron Allan

Ron Allan

Drayton Valley,Canada

Summary

31 Years experience in the operation of heavy equipment and various truck/trailer combinations and 9 Years in field supervision and management. I have hauled fluid and have extensive experience on winch trucks, bed trucks and wheeler combinations. Owner/operator of 8 axle truck/trailer for 3 Years. Exceptionally high safety standards, including safe driving award from PSAC (Petroleum Services Association of Canada, a major governing body for the Western Canadian Oil patch), formerly trained as safety course instructor, experienced in policy and procedure building, accident investigation, experience in field supervision and coordination of fluid and equipment movement from location to location. 2 Years experience in dispatching and management of trucks and personnel for drilling rig moves, service rig moves, tester packages and fluid movement. I was also heavily involved in the design and implementation of central dispatch operations for a four branch company located in Alberta. 3 Years experience as branch manager for rental equipment and fluid logistic company.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator

SA Energy
CGL Pipeline Contract, Fraser Fort George Region
01.2020 - Current

*Camp contract

Operator Skid steer, loader, excavator and CATS as required on pipeline site

Matting crew access and camp decking, crane deck prep, road building.

Loaded haul trucks with loader and excavator, yard work with forks and rehab and clean up, yard maintenance and clean up during shutdown. (Seasonal layoff)

Supervisor for Logistics Fracs Acid Hauling

SR Specialized Ltd. (self Employed Contractor)
Alberta
01.2011 - 12.2019

Organized frac hauls of acid and water

Supervised the pumping of fluids to frac companies involved in well fracs

organize and do logistics for swamp matting

Operated loader and excavator for installation and removal of swamp matting

Supervisor of traffic control team while onsite for matting sites

HSE Manager

KOS Oilfield Transportation
01.2010 - 01.2011

Writing policies and procedures, updating JSAs, building a program for driver evaluations etc.

Field safety on rig moves with a heavy focus on safety awareness and mentoring drivers and swampers in an effort to cut down on injuries and equipment damages

New hire orientations

Took over Personnel Manager as part of my duties, looking after hiring / terminations

Administrative duties include Workers Compensation cases, collecting and posting hazard ID forms, inspections of work place

Look after the safety committee and conduct meetings and follow up of recommendations

Driver

Hayduk Picker Services
01.2009 - 01.2010

Operated tri drive winch tractor specializing in over-size loads including oil tanks and compressor buildings on specialized trailers and wheeler combinations up to 92 wheels

Driver, Dispatcher, Sales, Branch Manager

DC Energy Services
01.1996 - 01.2009

For 12 years I was employed with DC Energy Services, starting as an experienced driver and progressing through to Branch Manager, then moving on to Sales, where I was laid off during this recent downturn. DC Energy Services gave me an opportunity to participate in many projects over the years helping me develop multiple new skills. They were an excellent company to work for and an invaluable component of my oilfield career path.

Operated many different types of truck & trailer combinations including winch tractors, bed trucks, larger bed trucks to support drilling rig equipment and multiple wheel combinations for heavy loads.

Supervised drivers, assistant operators & service personnel during location to location moves of rental equipment and fluid. This included chairing safety meetings and enforcement of all safety policies.

Was instrumental in designing central dispatch system within the company for all of Alberta. Participated in the functioning system as dispatcher which included customer relations, job planning and execution.

Contributed to safety program by building policies and procedures, becoming Driver Instructor and teaching General Oilfield Improvement (GODI), Heavy Oilfield Hauling, Swamper Safety Course and Defensive Driving of Light Duty oil patch vehicles.

Played a major role in upper management of company as branch manager. Duties included the day to day direction of all branch employees, liaison between branch and head office. Implementation of new procedures and policies as directed by upper management. Ensured efficient operation of dispatch and job execution of all employees. Conducted regular employee performance evaluations.

Represented DC as field sales representative, utilizing my multiple contacts to increase client list. Extensive networking to increase contacts and lead generation. Ensured customer satisfaction on all jobs and was responsible for resolving all customer concerns.

Log Truck Driver, Loader Operator

Lobar Log Transport
01.1994 - 01.1996

Operated log truck and loader, ensuring excellent communication with other employees to adhere to all safety policies.

Foreman, Loader Operator

Spruce Valley Logging
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
01.1992 - 12.1993

Supervised field crew ensuring safety policies enforced and productivity maintained.

Sought out and negotiated the purchase of private wood for sale to BC.

Responsible for hiring, evaluations and terminations as required for all field crew.

Owner/Operator

Self Employed
Drayton Valley, AB
01.1985 - 02.1992
  • Hauled logs in winter and asphalt and gravel during the summer months.
  • Conducted sales calls to obtain contracts, developed internal safety procedures and ensured customer policies adhered to.
  • Maintained vehicle
  • Ensured accurate ticketing and timely deliveries.
  • Maintained all records and performed bookkeeping duties.

Tank Truck Operator

Rose’s Well Services
08.1986 - 02.1989

Hauled various fluids to locations as requested ensuring timely delivery and accurate ticketing.

Bed Truck Operator

Pine Well Servicing
03.1983 - 11.1985

Transported miscellaneous rig equipment from location to location.

Worked in the rebuild shop assisting mechanics and developing mechanical skills.

Education

Grade 12 -

Grand Trunk High School
Evansburg, Alberta

Skills

  • Skilled operator of bed trucks (270”– 420” 8x8), winch trucks, wheelers, log trucks and fluid trucks
  • Excellent “people person”
  • Mechanically inclined
  • Familiar with Alberta oil patch and competent with LSD system
  • Strong, result oriented sales skills – skilled in relationship building and developing leads and contacts
  • Highly organized - Excellent networking, communication, negotiation and coaching skills
  • Skilled in developing competitive industry bids
  • Above average writing skills/Excellent presentation skills
  • High comfort level with public relations and public speaking
  • Computer literate in Microsoft Office, NT, ME, XP, Outlook, DC Energy Dispatch Software
  • Skilled in creating and maintaining budgets - Basic accounting
  • Comfortable in independent work settings and team environments
  • Proficient in training of drivers and evaluation
  • Proficient in interpretation, implementation and training of all oil patch safety policies Experience with facilities and contract administration

References

  • Don Scobie, Vice President HSE/ Operations, T Force Energy Services, 1 780 542 1691
  • Doug Morgan, Operations Manager, DC Energy, 780 898 4314
  • Ernie Joesting, Kos Oilfield, 1 780 234 6468

Timeline

Operator

SA Energy
01.2020 - Current

Supervisor for Logistics Fracs Acid Hauling

SR Specialized Ltd. (self Employed Contractor)
01.2011 - 12.2019

HSE Manager

KOS Oilfield Transportation
01.2010 - 01.2011

Driver

Hayduk Picker Services
01.2009 - 01.2010

Driver, Dispatcher, Sales, Branch Manager

DC Energy Services
01.1996 - 01.2009

Log Truck Driver, Loader Operator

Lobar Log Transport
01.1994 - 01.1996

Foreman, Loader Operator

Spruce Valley Logging
01.1992 - 12.1993

Tank Truck Operator

Rose’s Well Services
08.1986 - 02.1989

Owner/Operator

Self Employed
01.1985 - 02.1992

Bed Truck Operator

Pine Well Servicing
03.1983 - 11.1985

Grade 12 -

Grand Trunk High School
Ron Allan