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 and gas 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.

The primary responsibility is to achieve disposal and treated water production goals by continues interaction with oil and gas production techs, completion group, and team lead. Collaborates daily to determine pipeline and SWD capacity and maximizing water treatment systems to meet a demanding frac schedule while balancing water volumes across the field.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Equipment and facility isolation (Lock/out Tag/out) as needed
Maintain Company vehicle – inspect and maintain maintenance schedule.
Complete Maximo vehicle inspection sheet on time.
Issue Safe Work Permits as needed.
Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) tasks as required
Report Spills
Perform/Maintain Housekeeping on Facilities.
Input data into E-Vin, LOWIS, MAXIMO as required
Check quality of water
Maintain daily/monthly totals of water
Prepare for and Participate in Production, Safety and Business meetings.
Monitor Automation systems to ensure safe and efficient operations of the SWD’s and facilities
Provide input on Downtime
Ensure that Downtime is minimized and captured correctly for the area assigned to the lease operator
Check and maintain pumps, motors, equipment etc.
Respond to 24hr call outs during shift

SWD’s

Visual inspection (routine)
Repair minor leaks
Inspect Piping
Coordinate major work
Cleanup minor spills
Monitor well head pressure in regards to NMOCD limits
Trouble shoot DH tubing/casing/packer leaks or other injection related issues
Take part in State MIT testing
Keep location free and clear of weeds, trash and other debris

Pipelines

Monitor line pressures across the field
Document all meter readings for the day
Assist and help maintain with 3rd party capacity and reliability
Help coordinate line markings for one-call
Monitor chemical pumps and other injection located throughout the line.
Trouble shoot line pressure issues
Repair minor leaks
Call in spills, contain spill, cleanup minor spills
Keep location free and clear of weeds, trash and other debris
Coordinate pig runs in lines
Coordinate change out of valves
Monitor and maintain all line automation

Water Ponds

Visual Inspection of ponds
Maintain and report water totals in ponds
Call in spills, contain spill, cleanup minor spills
Monitor and maintain automation and water transfer headers
Preform weekly leak detection test on RW ponds
Keep location free and clear of weeds, trash and other debris

Facilities (Recycle Facility and SWD)

Visual inspection / housekeeping
Check vessel levels, pressures, switches, valves (perform <30 minute repairs)
Check pumps (seals, maintain oil levels)
Minor repairs- including clean meters and sight glasses
Check air compressors and backup system(s) daily
Verify and troubleshoot alarms
Maintain filter screens
Maintain chemical pumps
Check and maintain oil levels on air compressors
Input production eVin data for facilities
Evaluate the elimination or consolidation of stationary and rotary equipment and offer suggestions on how to streamline operations
Skim Water tanks
Manage Skim Oil tank
Conduct HES Audits on Facilities on a routine basis
Know the condition and status of equipment and show “ownership” of the equipment.
Keep location free and clear of weeds, trash and other debris

Qualifications:
Education:

High School Diploma or GED required. Some college or technical training preferred

Professional/Technical Qualifications/Licenses/Certifications:

Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record

Experience:

0-5 years of industry experience

Skills & Competencies:

Strong initiative and self-starter
Multi-task orientation with skills related to work prioritization
Working knowledge of oil and gas water systems operations preferred, but will train acceptable candidate.
Understanding of importance of environmental and safe work practices
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
Proficiency in the use of personal computer utilizing a windows environment
Ability to keep neat and accurate records
General mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
Ability to identify operational inefficiencies
Understanding of Business fundamentals
Ability to implement cost effective solutions

Recruitment Fraud

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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.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

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