Production Technician

Occidental is an international energy company with assets primarily in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. We are one of the largest oil producers in the U.S., including a leading producer in the Permian and DJ basins, and offshore Gulf of Mexico. Our midstream and marketing segment provides flow assurance and maximizes the value of our oil and gas. Our chemical subsidiary OxyChem manufactures the building blocks for life-enhancing products. Our Oxy Low Carbon Ventures subsidiary is advancing leading-edge technologies and business solutions that economically grow our business while reducing emissions. We are committed to using our global leadership in carbon management to advance a lower-carbon world. Visit oxy.com for more information.

Production Technician

Occidental strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business. Our greatest asset has been, and will continue to be, our people.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Production Technician in our US Onshore Resources & Carbon Management – Enhanced Oil Recovery (ORCM EOR), Business Unit based in North Cowden, Texas.

This position is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field operations and maintenance of various databases regarding production and operations but not limited to. Non-scheduled call-outs outside normal business hours can be expected.Types of well include flowing, beam pump (with electronic pump-off controller), plunger lift, gas lift.Types of facilities include production tank batteries, flowlines, LACT (lease automatic custody transfer) facilities, natural gas compression, cathodic protection and metering devices (electronic gas measurement and others).Job is to be performed employing safe work practices while utilizing acceptable environmental procedures to maximize earnings while minimizing costs on assigned oil and gas producing properties.

Production Technician

Roles And Responsibilities

• Adhere to an enforce all applicable company, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations
• Prepare, maintain, and submit daily reports and records of daily gas and/or liquid volume, well pressure, and volume of chemicals used
• Implement production and operations tests
• Collect and review purchaser’s gauges and tests
• Ensure coordination of personnel and systems to optimize transportation, minimize downtime, optimize production, and decrease environmental and safety risks
• Coordinate and perform maintenance duties required to maintain operations and regulatory compliance
• Operate and maintain various equipment associated with producing a well, including but not limited to wellheads, pumping units, pump-off controllers, separators, burners, heater treaters, chemical pumps, meters, automation equipment, rotary screw compressors, artificial lift equipment, etc.
• Manage liquid production information
• Evaluate daily production information estimates to identify production shortfalls that may be related to equipment problems, leaks or spills, theft or changing well conditions
• Enter data into local databases and/or the corporate production database
• Use plunger control automation to effectively optimize plunger operation and maximize production of gas/condensate/oil
• Work with Well Site Management Team
• Witness the sale of oil and condensate and verify accurate measurement in the transfer of product to truck or pipeline
• Check equipment to ensure operating efficiency
• Examine well casings, wellheads, pressure vessels, liquid storage facilities, and other production equipment for integrity
• Perform repairs on pipe fittings, minor line leaks, dump valves, float and pressure controllers, and automation equipment as necessary
• Manage operating and maintenance expenditures
• Participate in budget and production forecasts
• Supervise contract personnel and well service companies during wireline operations, water/condensate transfers, chemical treatments, and other activity in assigned area
• Act as a liaison between field personnel and functional support groups providing operational input to projects

Production Technician

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Professional/Technical Qualifications/Licenses/Certifications : Valid Driver’s License

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical principles
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations is required
• Proficient in the use of personal computer utilizing a MS Windows environment
• General mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as by self without direct supervision
• Technical skills related to math and analytical processes
• Strong initiative and self-starter
• Multi-task orientation with skills related to work prioritization
• Automation experience and hands on troubleshooting experience is preferred

Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation.

Production Technician

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• Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees
• Use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or
• Request personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process.

Production Technician

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Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status..