Equipment Tech III

Description

Oxy is an international energy company with assets primarily in the United States, the 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.

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 Equipment Technician within our ORCM Midland Basin Business Unit based in Big Spring, TX.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Performing preventative maintenance, minor maintenance, and minor repairs on fixed and rotating equipment

• Reporting spills and leaks

• Initiating process for major equipment repairs

• Scheduling and overseeing contractors for maintenance activities.

• Monitoring performance of equipment including, but not limited to, pumps and compressors and ensuring they are meeting design specifications

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Valid Driver’s License

• 3-5 years oilfield experience preferred, with a responsible attitude for personal safety and the safety of co-workers, contractors & the public

• Demonstrated strong commitment to safety (personal safety, co-workers, contractors and the public

• Experience working with high-speed engines, Caterpillar a plus

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills

• Thorough knowledge of surface equipment types and applications

• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems and perform root cause failure analysis

• Ability to repair minor mechanical problems

• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and to participate in root cause failure analysis

• Capable of basic troubleshooting of automation and electrical equipment

• Capable of repairing some equipment such as actuators & level alarms and changing out fuses, relays, etc.

• Basic upstream production facilities process knowledge.

• Competent in computer programs applicable to his/her daily work processes

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.

Recruitment Fraud

It has come to our attention various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of Oxy. Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate nor are they associated with our recruitment process.

Oxy does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never: 

• 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.

We recommend against responding to unsolicited business propositions or offers from people you don’t know. Do not disclose your personal or financial details. If you believe you have been the victim of a recruiting scam, please contact your local police department.

Job

 – Production Ops

Primary Location

 – United States-Texas-Big Spring

Organization

 – DOMESTIC

Schedule

 – Full-time