Central Crude

Steve Jordan

In the late 1970's, Steve helped his father, George Jordan, start LA Tank, providing vacuum truck services to customers in Southwest Louisiana. Over the years, Steve’s leadership has enabled LA Tank to continue to grow and serve the Gulf Coast and its energy needs.

Throughout the decades, he has maintained the belief that success is ultimately based on the core values of integrity, innovation and a strong work ethic.  Through his leadership, LA Tank has become the largest commercial liquid waste disposal company in Louisiana.  In addition to his responsibilities at LA Tank, Mr. Jordan also serves as Chief Executive Officer of Central Crude, Inc., the largest privately owned crude oil purchaser in Louisiana, and Chief Executive Officer of Jordan Oil.

Mr. Jordan holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana State University. He is currently serving as Chairman of the Louisiana Oil & Gas Association (LOGA) and as President of the Vacuum Truck Carriers of Louisiana. Additionally, he sits on the Executive Board of Directors of the Louisiana Association of Business & Industry (LABI) and on the Governor of Louisiana’s Military Advisory Board.

George Jordan

George has served as chief operating officer since June of 2011.  His responsibilities include various aspects of corporate strategic planning, new business development and employee management. In addition, George manages the company’s strategic partnerships and investment projects. He is knowledgeable and practiced in all areas of project development, including financing, management, economic analysis, corporate investment and growth strategies. George also has significant experience in regulatory issues and ensuring compliance with all government authorities and regulatory agencies in the state of Louisiana.

Prior to joining Louisiana Tank and Central Crude in 2008, Jordan served as the investment relations manager for Jordan Oil Company. Jordan was instrumental in securing private investment capital for Jordan Oil Company as well as maintaining client communication throughout the exploration and development process. Additionally, Jordan was actively involved in the drilling, completion and production of all Jordan Oil wells in his tenure at Jordan Oil Company.

Jordan is a third generation energy producer. His father and grandfather founded Jordan Oil Company, Louisiana Tank and Central Crude, and are industry veterans with a combined 90 years of experience in every facet of oil and gas exploration and development.

A native of Lake Charles, Louisiana, George Jordan earned a Bachelor of Science in business management and entrepreneurship from Louisiana State University’s E.J. Ourso College of Business. George is a member of the Louisiana Oil and Gas Association, the Independent Petroleum Association of America and Committee of 100 for Economic Development.

Kevin Dufrene

With over 5 years of experience in the energy industry along with several years at a CPA firm, Kevin rejoined Central Crude as the Corporate Controller in March of 2008.  His previous experience at Central Crude included 2 years as the credit manager, and a year as the natural gas scheduler.  He also spent some time at a local refinery as a product marketer.  In addition to his CPA designation, Kevin has bachelor’s degrees in Finance and Accounting from McNeese State University.  As Corporate Controller, he is responsible for all aspects of the company’s finances.

Bobby Wallwork

Bobby came to Louisiana Tank in the spring of 2001, after 4 years at Miami University and a 10 year Professional Hockey career. He joined the sales staff at Louisiana Tank working at the coporate office in Lake Charles, LA.

With the growth and success of LA Tank throughtout the gulf coast,Bobby is presently the sales director and in charge of coporate sales.

Devin Palomino

Devin has served as terminal supervisor of Louisiana Tank since May of 2011.  His responsibilities include overseeing the company’s sizeable vacuum truck fleet , as well as all aspects of trucking, logistics, and customer service.

Prior to joining Louisiana Tank, Palomino served as a drilling fluid surveyor with Fluid Technology. Devin also worked for Hanover compression offshore, and maintains his USCG captain and Tanker man license that he used while working for Sweet Lake Land and Oil Company.

Devin is a Lake Charles, LA native who has first-hand understanding of his customer’s needs in this specific geographic area and is dedicated to providing safe and reliable service to his customers.