General Overview

FOR OVER 6 YEARS, PAYZONE DIRECTIONAL SERVICES HAS BEEN PROVIDING CUSTOMERS ACROSS THE WESTERN UNITED STATES WITH HIGHLY RELIABLE, LOW COST MWD AND DIRECTIONAL SERVICES.

WHY IS PAYZONE DIFFERENT FROM OTHER DIRECTIONAL COMPANIES?

Payzone has developed a reputation of flexibility and solution solving with competitive pricing. We have a "can do" philosophy in some of the most difficult drilling conditions, and strive to improve any process in even the simplest conditions. Simply put, we have the most reliable EM and Mud Pulse tools on the market, and the ability to acquire and use several types of mud motor equipment configurations based on our customers' needs. In addition, we have the best people in the business from well planning to directional drillers; our sole purpose is to hit targets in an efficient and safe manner.

General Overview

Payzone hires and trains the most experienced Directional and MWD engineers in the industry. Many of our personnel come from major directional drilling operations across the country, or are trained from within. They possess a wide variety of expertise in directional, horizontal, and multilateral well designs. Our personnel have superb regional drilling knowledge in the Rockies, California, and the Williston basin.

Corporate philosophy is based on quality people. Payzone provides bimonthly scheduling and 12 hour tours for our personnel. This contributes to a superior quality of life for both personnel and their families.

In a market where over-utilization of personnel is key to driving up corporate profits; Payzone has stayed committed to its people and ultimately committed to its energy partners by insuring a rested and safety minded work force prepared for difficult challenges.

PAYZONE Members

  • Chad

    Chad Hathaway

    Founder/President, CEO

    Chad Hathaway started Payzone Directional in 2005. Since inception and until recently, Mr. Hathaway has managed or co-managed every aspect of the business. In 2010 after the company had established a strong customer base and solid financial status; additional help was recruited to manage operations and expand sales. Mr. Hathaway is currently responsible for managing the strategic growth plan for the company, and ensures adequate financing is available to fund that growth. Prior to starting Payzone, Mr. Hathaway was with a major directional service provider and worked throughout the Western United States for several years. Mr. Hathaway serves on the Board of CIPA (California Independent Producers Association), and the Bakersfield Petroleum Club.

  • Mark Kaulback

    Mark Kaulback

    Chief Operations Officer

    Mark Kaulback joined the PZN team as Chief Operations Officer in July of 2012, and is responsible for all aspects of the business. Prior to joining PZN, he worked with Scientific Drilling International in progressive positions in Operations, Global Product-Line Management, and Business Development/Technical Sales. Mr. Kaulback has more than 18-years of experience in the Oil & Gas service industry.

    Mr. Kaulback serves on the Board of Directors for the Denver Chapter of the American Association of Drilling Engineers (AADE).

  • ErinBieker

    Erin Bieker

    Business Development Representative

    Erin Bieker is the Business Development Representative in our Denver, CO office. She is responsible for developing the clientele base, maintaining current client relationships and evolving the brand that is Payzone Directional. Ms. Bieker believes that the customer experience is the most important service Payzone Directional can offer. She values each client and prospect that comes in contact with Payzone. Ms. Bieker began working for Payzone in 2012. Prior to Payzone, Ms. Bieker worked for a major directional drilling company as a Sales Representative/Customer Loyalty Coordinator. She also has worked on the operator side for both Noble Energy Inc., as well as Forest Oil Corporation.

  • Shelley

    Shelley Siemens

    Director of Human Resources and Administration

    Shelley Siemens is the Business Office Manager for Payzone Directional Services, LLC with the responsibility of managing both the headquarters office in Bakersfield, CA as well as the Rocky Mountains Division office located in Roosevelt, Utah. Ms.Siemens has been with Payzone Directional since its original inception and brings over 15 years of management experience with her. Ms.Siemens is responsible for the accounting department, human resource and benefits coordination and works closely with all other departments to ensure profitable business growth. In addition to her management position, she also supports the President of Payzone as his Executive Assistant.

  • BenFagnant

    Ben Fagnant

    Rockies Operations Manager

    Ben Fagnant is the Rockies Operations Manager in our Roosevelt, UT office. He is responsible for managing personnel, maintaining equipment and ensuring safety is the top priority within the Rocky Mountain region. Mr. Fagnant believes that a company is only as strong as its personnel and Payzone has some of the best. He began working for Payzone in 2010, as an MWD Operator/Directional Driller. Prior to working for Payzone, he worked for a major directional drilling company on the west coast. Mr. Fagnant graduated from the University of Wyoming in 2004 with a B.S. in Finance.

Services / Tools

OUR SERVICE QUALITY

Payzone possesses some of the newest and most sophisticated equipment on the market today. Combining our equipment with our extensive training philosophy, our Productive vs. Non-Productive Time (NPT) continues to surpass our competitors. Our current Operational Efficiency Rating is 99.87% over the last 12 months.

Payzone has a superior safety record. We are committed to the safest working environment possible. Our safety program consists of BBS, JSA's and mandatory safety meetings. We adopted a safety first policy incorporating preplanning to everything we do. Our current TRIR is 0 in over 500,000 man hours worked.

OUR TOOLS

Payzone uses the same EM tool used by a major directional company. The tool has the ability (depending on formation) to achieve depths greater than 9,000 feet TVD, and has a MTBF of 3753.4 hrs. Our EM tool undergoes stringent routine maintenance cycles which ensure superior service quality and cost effectiveness. Payzone's Positive Pulse tool is a tensor based bottom mount pulser, which can easily be retrieved and reseated.

It is a unilateral system, specifically engineered to work in harmony with every component. It encompasses a wireless feature and is fully compatible with LWD. Payzone's Positive Pulse tools are rated to 175�C for hot hole applications and emits the most accurate and reliable information on the market today.

Payzone possesses its own mud motors, but is not restricted by company financial agendas that specifically promote our motors. We have alliances with many third party motor providers to customize the proper motor for your application. This includes even wall technology, ABI sensors, sealed bearing, mud lubed and a variety of specialized requirements based on rpm and torque ratings.

Service Locations

California:
West Coast Operations
Headquarters
4205 Atlas Ct
Bakersfield, CA 93308
Phone: 661-616-3111
Fax: 661-616-3113

Utah:
Rocky Mountain
Operations

UT Location
2535 S 2800 W, Bldg A
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Phone: 435-725-3745
Fax: 435-725-3747

Colorado:
Corporate Headquarters/
Denver Sales


UT Location
700 17th Street, Suite 900
Denver, CO 80202
Phone: 303-946-3071

Clients We Serve

Newfield Exploration
CalEnergy Operating Corp
UTE Energy
Patriot Resources
Harvest Natural Resources
DCOR
PetroRock LLC
Vaquero
ConocoPhillips
Encana

careers

Our goal at Payzone Directional Services is to:

Attract individuals who possess great talent; provide support and direction for those individuals and help develop their skill set and advance their career while balancing a healthy lifestyle.

Help our clients develop and achieve successful drilling programs by improving efficiencies, reducing non productive time, and recommending the appropriate equipment and personnel for the job.

Embrace a growth strategy that is both fiscally responsible and in-line with our clients’ needs.

Above all, maintain the highest level of ethics, dignity and professionalism; because without core values we will not succeed in life.

JOB OPENING:

MWD Engineers and Directional Drillers experienced in the Utah Basin or Williston Basin.  Please send resumes to careers@payzonedirectional.com

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MWD Engineers and Directional Drillers experienced in the Utah Basin or Williston Basin.  Please send resumes to careers@payzonedirectional.com

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Payzone Directional Services now accepting applications for the following position:   MWD Engineer Anyone interested should please email resumes to bfagnant@payzonedirectional.com

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MWD Engineer

Payzone Directional Services now accepting applications for the following position:   MWD Engineer

Anyone interested should please email resumes to bfagnant@payzonedirectional.com

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Contact

PO Box 81385
Bakersfield, CA 93380

Phone Support
661.616.3111
Denver Sales
303.946.3071/1.855.472.9966

Email Support
info@payzonedirectional.com