John Phariss
About John Phariss
John Phariss is a District Engineering Manager at ProFrac Services, with over 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, particularly in hydraulic fracturing. He has held various technical and managerial roles at companies such as FTS International, ProPetro Services, and AT&T Mobility.
Current Role at ProFrac Services
John Phariss serves as the District Engineering Manager at ProFrac Services since 2022. He is based in Elk City, Oklahoma, and has held this position for two years. In this role, he oversees engineering operations and contributes to the company's initiatives in hydraulic fracturing.
Previous Experience at FTS International
Prior to his current role, John worked at FTS International in various capacities. He served as a Technical Operations Manager for 10 months in 2021 and as a Technical Advisor from 2018 to 2021 for three years. Additionally, he worked as a Fluid Technician from 2014 to 2018, accumulating significant experience in fluid management and technical operations.
Background in Fluid Technician Roles
John has extensive experience as a Fluid Technician across multiple companies. He worked at ProPetro Services, Inc. for three months in 2013 and at Python Pressure Pumping for three months in 2013. He also held a position at Basic Energy Services as a Field Engineer/Fluid Technician Coordinator for four months in 2014. This background has provided him with a strong foundation in fluid dynamics and hydraulic fracturing.
Education and Training
John studied at the University of Phoenix, focusing on Accounting and Business/Management from 2010 to 2011. He also completed his general studies at Central High School from 1996 to 1999. This educational background supports his technical and managerial roles in the oil and gas industry.
Expertise in Oil and Gas Industry
With over 10 years of experience in the oil and gas sector, John has developed expertise in hydraulic fracturing. He possesses a basic understanding of frac software, including Rolligon, SMARTS, and Lime software, as well as Myers engineering software. His knowledge extends to lab testing procedures according to API Standards, encompassing water analysis, chemical analysis, and proppant analysis.