Production Tech - PFA

Oxy•Odessa, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Oxy is hiring an experienced and motivated Production Technician for its Onshore Resources & Carbon Management EOR Waterflood Asset in Odessa, Texas. The role supports oil and gas well operations, well testing, field equipment and facility operation and maintenance, surveillance of field operations, and maintenance of production and operations databases. Work covers flowing, beam pump, plunger lift, water injection, and water disposal wells, as well as production tank batteries, flowlines, LACT facilities, water injection plants, natural gas compression, cathodic protection, and metering devices. The work is performed using safe work practices and acceptable environmental procedures to maximize earnings while minimizing costs on assigned properties. Non-scheduled call-outs outside normal business hours can be expected.

Requirements

At least a high school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Basic understanding of surface operations.
Advanced understanding of troubleshooting wells, including ESP and beam pump wells.
Basic understanding of LOWIS, EVIN, Graphworx, or similar systems.
Basic understanding of downhole assembly.
Ability to operate an echometer or fluid shot gun.
Basic understanding of dynamometer cards.
Ability to analyze R/T, cycles, PIP, and other trends to identify deviations.
Strong initiative and ability to work independently as a self-starter.
Ability to prioritize work and multitask.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively on a team and independently without direct supervision.
Technical skills related to math and analytical processes.
Proficiency using a personal computer in a Windows environment.
Ability to keep neat and accurate records.
General mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of oil and gas industry experience preferred.
Some college or technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate oil and gas wells and conduct well testing.
Operate and maintain field equipment and facilities; monitor general field operations.
Maintain databases related to production and operations.
Troubleshoot well-location failures and make minor repairs, including LC cables, position, BP valve, and POC issues.
Shoot fluid levels on exception wells.
Check wells after pulls for alignment, balance, and proper setup.
Collaborate with WOA and WOS to address daily well exceptions.
Work with the well analyst to evaluate well tests and troubleshoot issues.
Coordinate well chemical treatment and cleanup operations.
Provide input for pulling jobs.
Identify major cost drivers and evaluate processes for improvement opportunities.
Review daily, weekly, and monthly reports and evaluate opportunities for improvement.
Participate in pattern reviews and integrated solution team failure meetings.
Follow safe work practices and acceptable environmental procedures.