Production Tech

## Production TechApply: Carlsbad, New Mexico: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: JR110703Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit OxyOxy 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.We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of **Production Technician** within our **ORCM Delaware Basin** group based in **Carlsbad, NM**.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.**Essential Job 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**Qualifications:*** 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**Education:*** High School Diploma or equivalent is required.**Professional/Technical Qualifications/Licenses/Certifications:*** Valid Driver’s LicenseRecruitment 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. All Oxy job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website. 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.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr