Richard Lightner Email & Phone Number

New Bethlehem, PA, US

Dallas, Texas, US

• Oversee and improve Predictive Maintenance programs including Vibration analysis, Lubrication analysis, Infrared Thermography inspections, Gearing inspections, and Ultrasound Inspections.
• Interpret and evaluate reports such as: inspection, vibration analysis, process data, etc. to determine equipment effectiveness and/or recommend and design improved systems or equipment.
• Design and implement predictive & preventive maintenance systems and guide others through utilization.
• Coordinate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) processes and track the implementation of recommendations through resolution.
• Provide support and evaluations to assist in the appropriate prioritization of maintenance work orders.
• Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, or repair to ensure that machines or equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.

Responsible for the maintenance and reliability of the plant power distribution system including: AC systems (utilizing 138kV, 34.5kV, 25kV, 13.8kV, 6.9kV, 4.16kV, 2.3kV, 480V, 230V) and DC systems (rated at 750VDC and 250VDC), plant rotating equipment, and air compressors.Manage and coordinate Power Department and/or contracted personnel in Maintenance.

Cross-trained in Vibration Analysis, Infrared Thermography, NDT, Laser Alignment, and Static BalancingHold ISO Certifications in Infrared Thermography and Vibration AnalysisImplemented routine monthly Pdm programs that consisted of collecting data, analyzing data, and summarizing data into a formal fault/analysis reportPerformed Ultrasonic Airborne Leak.

Designed, built, wired, and tested electrically and ballistically armed perforating guns for use on hydraulic fracturing jobs.Gained experience on horizontal plug and perforation pumpdown well completion operations.Maintained electronic detonating equipment and rebuilt when necessary.Gained experience with hydraulic systems and wellhead pressure control.

Gained experience running many different types of manually operated equipment used during hydraulic fracturing.Monitored flow rates of chemicals, water, and proppant in an effort to keep pressure at a safe level while still maintaining quality fracturing.Collected and analyzed sand and water samples for quality control and quality assurance.Worked directly.