Allen Jones
Wytheville
Summary
Accomplished senior operations executive with over 30 years of experience driving growth, safety, and operational excellence in the oil, gas, and infrastructure services industries. Proven track record of rebuilding markets, launching new divisions, and leading high-performing teams across multiple states. Adept at strategic planning, field operations, and customer acquisition with a hands-on leadership style and deep expertise in hydrovac operations, CIPP, jetting, and VPI services. Recognized for creating scalable systems, cultivating strong client relationships, and fostering a safety-first culture. Highly skilled in building and empowering cross-functional teams, reducing operational costs, and optimizing field performance through data-driven decision-making.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President of Operations
NG Companies
01.2024 - Current
- Rebuilt Texas market after customer and personnel turnover
- Opened new markets in Austin and San Antonio
- Established Charlotte division for CIPP, jetting, and VPI business lines
- Hired key leadership roles: East Coast Region Manager and Texas GM
- Launched Tennessee operations
East Coast Region Manager (and Idaho)
NG Companies
12.2021 - 01.2024
- Oversaw multi-state field operations
- Transitioned operations from a dirt lot to a facility with office and 3-bay shop
- Recruited in-house fleet mechanic, reducing downtime and repair costs
- Expanded client base from 1 major customer to over 145
- Established Jetting and VPI services in Charlotte
Boise Area Manager
NG Companies
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Launched Boise division from the ground up
- Built customer base and recruited hydrovac operators
- Provided safety training and acquired specialty equipment
Field Production Operations Manager
Fifth Creek Energy
10.2015 - 08.2019
- Conducted due diligence for State Line project
- Implemented safety program with contract ES&RC vendor
- Cut LOE by 50% through vendor management and tech upgrades
- Led construction, flowback, and SCADA projects
Operations Manager
Hathaway LLC
05.2015 - 10.2015
- Directed daily field operations and safety programs
- Negotiated vendor rates and executed well reviews
Sr. Operations Manager, Rocky Mountain Region
Bonanza Creek Energy
05.2010 - 04.2015
- Managed 85 operators, 7 foremen, and 5 office staff during IPO growth period
- Implemented safety program reaching 1M man-hours without an LTI
- Boosted production from 3,000 to 20,000 BOPD
- Led flowback, SCADA, and facility construction
Foreman, Western Region
Bonanza Creek Energy
10.2007 - 05.2010
- Supervised operators and managed production operations
- Coordinated construction, safety, and troubleshooting efforts
Lead Operator / Lease Operator / Plant Operator
Bonanza Creek, Plains Exploration, Hallador, West American, Challenger Petroleum
01.1987 - 12.2006
- Operated steam plants, dehydration facilities, and heavy oil wells
- Maintained safety, emissions compliance, and site readiness
- Mentored junior staff and managed chemical and equipment programs
Education
Graduate -
Cuyama Valley High School
01.1987
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with SCADA systems
- Experience with artificial lift
- Experience with operations software
Certification
- Confined Space Entry & Rescue
- Supervisor Training
- Drug Recognition in the Workplace
- Theta Rod Pump Optimization
References
available upon request
Timeline
Vice President of Operations
NG Companies
01.2024 - Current
East Coast Region Manager (and Idaho)
NG Companies
12.2021 - 01.2024
Boise Area Manager
NG Companies
10.2019 - 12.2021
Field Production Operations Manager
Fifth Creek Energy
10.2015 - 08.2019
Operations Manager
Hathaway LLC
05.2015 - 10.2015
Sr. Operations Manager, Rocky Mountain Region
Bonanza Creek Energy
05.2010 - 04.2015
Foreman, Western Region
Bonanza Creek Energy
10.2007 - 05.2010
Lead Operator / Lease Operator / Plant Operator
Bonanza Creek, Plains Exploration, Hallador, West American, Challenger Petroleum
01.1987 - 12.2006
Graduate -
Cuyama Valley High School
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