Jesse Fredericks
Founder/President
Jesse has worked in the Oil and Gas Industry since 2009. With experience on both the drilling and production side of the industry, Jesse has a diverse skillset that allows him a unique perspective when assessing the landscape of the industry.
Jesse grew up in Boulder County, CO and attended college in Durango, CO where he played football and studied Exercise Science at Fort Lewis College. Jesse is a proud member of the Three Affiliated Tribes (Mandan, Hidatsa, Arikara) of the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation, headquartered in New Town, ND. Husband to Talia and Father to Jubal, Archer and Hondo family is the center of his world and what motivates to continue to improve the world around him.
Jesse is a believer in continuing to rely on the proven and time tested methodologies that have laid the groundwork for modern Oil and Gas development while pushing forward new ideas and technologies that could help us improve the industry both internally and externally. A holistic, balanced approach that looks at both ends of the spectrum is required to continue the progress forward to energize the modern world in a clean, efficient and safe manor while allowing the resources required for the intense energy needs of the 21st century
Shadd Fredericks
Vice President
Shadd Fredericks has over ten years experience in I&E services in the oilfield. Specifically programming, servicing and troubleshooting PLC’s, HMI’s, PIT’s, Flow computers, leak detection equipment, various types of meters, and all types of communication devices. He has worked as a supervisor capacity for midstream oil and gas operations for over three years. He is considered an expert in programming coriolis meters and is certified in the state of North Dakota to setup, troubleshoot, and calibrate corliolis meters.
Shadd is local to North Dakota and his enrolled member of the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation. He attended High School in Killdeer ND, graduating in 2004. He then attended Sheridan College in Sheridan Wyoming on a full rodeo scholarship. Shadd continued his family legacy and has had many accomplishments in the rodeo arena as both an amateur and a professional.
Shadd’s passion is his family. He and his Wife Tess share three children together. He avidly enjoys hunting and fishing, along with staying active in the ranch lifestyle he grew up in.
Bernie Claydon
Lead Engineer
Bernie is an accomplished professional in the Oil & Gas industry, with extensive experience in the upstream and midstream sectors.
Holding an Honours degree in Petroleum Engineering from SAIT, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Bernie's formal education is complemented by a wealth of field, operational, management, and business experience in Canada, USA, and internationally.
Having worked in challenging locations such as IRAQ, Saudi Arabia, North Africa, and Western Siberia, Bernie has gained a global perspective and understanding of diverse cultures, business methods, and procedures.
Bernie's passion lies in assisting companies to achieve high levels of performance and efficiency, using innovative technologies and traditional good oilfield practices.
Self-driven and motivated, Bernie strives to positively inspire and mentor others to reach their full potential.
Liz Sims
Head of HR & Administration
Originally from the beautiful state of Montana, Liz Sims embodies a spirit of adventure and a deep commitment to family. An enrolled member of the Northern Arapaho Tribe located in the Wind River Reservation in Wyoming, she has a rich cultural background that informs her values and perspectives. After studying Psychology at Montana State University, she has spent over a decade honing her leadership skills and guiding teams toward achieving excellence in their endeavors. Elizabeth is passionate about continuous learning and personal growth, consistently seeking new challenges and experiences. Her work with the oilfield community has been particularly rewarding, allowing her to blend her professional expertise with her enthusiasm for collaboration and innovation. Outside of her career, Elizabeth enjoys fishing and exploring the great outdoors, always eager to embark on the next adventure.
Mitch Hopperstad
Lead Technician
I’m blessed to have grown up in the beautiful state of Colorado and graduate from CU Boulder with a bachelor degree in Economics and Political Science. Later, I went onto to get a master degree at Denver Seminary. From working in finance, to underserved communities in Boston, MA., to years of residential and commercial construction while in school and summers, I was excited to join the team at FCS in 2021. Now, with a couple of years experience in the Bakken oil field developing and implementing our gas capture and mitigation strategies, I’m excited to see our company grow and make a big impact working alongside natural gas producers and midstream companies to better solve today’s gas management issues!