Field Specialist, B

Chevron•Carlsbad, NM

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This job observes a 8/6 work schedule. 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 routine tasks independently. General supervision of non-routine work. Has basic knowledge of Chevron policies and practices.

Requirements

Must possess a valid driver's license
Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
A minimum of 6 months of 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

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in petroleum or Process Technology or related technology discipline
One-year current related experience in unconventional oil and gas operations
Familiarity with reliability efforts for a variety of safety, environmental and production related issues
Familiar with pneumatic/electronic instrumentation
Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance of production and facility equipment
Basic knowledge in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), CMMS, SCADA, and an aptitude for learning new software packages
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
Ability to manage time effectively, and work with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

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
Ensures all work performed adheres to Chevron's Operational Excellence standards and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated Chevron Way behavior.