In this episode of the PumpTex Fueling Our Future podcast, Robert interviews James, the COO of PumpTex, discussing his unique career journey from crop dusting to the petroleum equipment industry. James shares insights on his early experiences, the evolution of service calls, and the importance of management practices shaped by past experiences. He emphasizes the need for efficiency in testing processes and the innovative tools he developed to enhance productivity in the field. In this engaging conversation James discusses his journey to becoming a COO, emphasizing the importance of leadership, continuous learning, and the traits that define top-performing technicians. The dialogue highlights the significance of preparation, open-mindedness, and effective communication in career progression and customer service.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the COO Journey
01:01 From Crop Duster to Petroleum Equipment
07:03 Career Progression in Petroleum Equipment
12:40 The Evolution of Service Calls
16:34 Management Lessons from Experience
18:57 Best Practices for Testing and Efficiency
29:09 Innovative Tools and Techniques
29:38 From the Ground Up: Tales of Technical Challenges
31:29 Racing Through Life: The Thrill of Competition
36:42 Leadership in Action: A Day in the Life of a COO
40:30 Climbing the Ladder: Career Progression Insights
52:03 Traits of Top Performers: What Sets Technicians Apart
55:23 Knowledge is Power: Continuous Learning in the Industry

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