Production Tech

About the role

The Production Technician position is available within Oxy's ORCM Delaware Basin group based in Carlsbad, NM. This role involves oil and gas well operations, well testing, equipment maintenance, and facility oversight.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all applicable safety and environmental regulations
• Prepare, maintain, and submit daily reports and records of gas and liquid volumes, well pressures, and chemical usage
• Implement production and operations tests
• Ensure coordination of personnel and systems to optimize transportation, minimize downtime, and optimize production
• Operate and maintain various equipment associated with producing wells, including wellheads, pumping units, pump-off controllers, separators, burners, heaters, chemical pumps, meters, automation equipment, rotary screw compressors, artificial lift equipment, etc.
• Manage liquid production information and evaluate daily production estimates
• Use plunger control automation to optimize plunger operation and maximize production
• Verify accurate measurements during the sale of oil and condensate
• Inspect and repair production equipment as necessary
• Manage operating and maintenance expenditures and participate in budget and production forecasts
• Supervise contract personnel and well service companies during wireline operations, water/condensate transfers, chemical treatments, and other activities in assigned areas
• Act as a liaison between field personnel and functional support groups

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical principles
• Basic mathematical calculations proficiency
• General mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Teamwork and multi-tasking abilities
• Technical skills related to math and analytical processes
• Strong initiative and self-starter attitude
• Automation experience and hands-on troubleshooting experience (preferred)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Skills

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Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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