Field Specialist A

Operates and monitors oil, water and gas production and distribution facilities, typically Upstream facilities from wells to primary separation and processing, and Midstream distribution/storage facilities (pipelines/terminals). Monitors process variables, troubleshoots, and performs interventions to maintain operating performance.

Performs work of medium complexity and may assist on projects. Receives close supervision only on non-routine and critical aspects of work. General knowledge of Chevron policies and processes.

Chevron North America Exploration and Production Company is accepting online applications for the position of Field Specialist A at the Odessa East Production Team near Odessa, TX through April 25th, 11:59 PM (Central Time)

Questions about the posting can be directed to the Production Supervisor – Justin Hobbs.

This position assumes the responsibility of monitoring and optimization of all production process variables, ensuring that all production equipment is operating at peak reliability and efficiency, and acquiring and storing data.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Actively supports Health, Environment, and Safety processes by accomplishing daily activities within applicable regulations and policies, carrying out duties in an environmentally conscious manner, following safe operating practices as described in the MCBU Safe Practice Manual, maintaining a safe working environment, and being prepared to respond to an environmental or safety event.
• Operates, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains oil and gas production equipment.
• Perform duties (as detailed below) associated with oil and gas producing operations; including but not limited to plunger lift, rod pumping and flowing wells, and compressors,
• Optimizing artificial lift systems.
• Testing wells.
• Acquires fluid level information.
• Records keeping and data input.
• Monitor’s computer control systems.
• Test’s safety devices.
• Operates and monitors SCADA.
• Partners with other employees, and contractors to ensure that all equipment is operating at peak efficiency.
• Utilizes a Computerized Maintenance Management System to create work orders for inventory and work planning/prioritization.
• Assures all work performed adheres to Chevron's Operational Excellence standards and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of six months current related experience in oil and gas, or related petrochemical industries.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends and holidays of assigned work schedule and overtime based on workload.
• Ability to periodically work a night shift based upon predetermined schedule.
• Must live within 50 miles of the workplace or be willing to relocate and possess a valid driver's license. Company vehicle will not be available for commute.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years current related experience in oil and gas, or related petrochemical industries.
• Demonstrated knowledge of gas lift, ESP, and rod pump artificial lift types.
• Familiarity with Chevron factory standard facilities (CTBs, SWDs, Satellites) and equipment.
• Experience operating in an unconventional field team in MCBU is desired.
• Familiarity with reliability efforts for a variety of safety, environmental and production related issues.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance of production and facility equipment.
• Familiar with pneumatic/electronic instrumentation.
• Basic knowledge in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), CMMS, SCADA, and an aptitude for learning new digital tools (O&M Workbench, PowerBi, PowerApps, etc.)
• Capable of simultaneously performing multiple tasks with limited supervision.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse team of coworkers, contractors, and internal and external customers

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered within Chevron's parameter.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position

IMPORTANT NOTE: 

As part of the application process, you will be required to take an assessment that measures aptitude and work styles. We recommend you allow approx. 45 minutes to complete the assessment in one sitting. If you need to exit, your progress will be saved.  

You will be immediately directed to the testing portal upon submittal of your application, at which point you will have 72 hours (about 3 days) to complete the online assessment.   

Once complete, your assessment score will be valid for 180 days. Should you re-apply for another Job Requisition within this timeframe that includes the Operations Assessment, you will be required to complete the application process and then click on the assessment link. This will resubmit your previous results.

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