Water Technician

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 neededMaintain 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 requiredReport Spills
•     Perform/Maintain Housekeeping on Facilities.Input data into E-Vin, LOWIS, MAXIMO  as required
•     Check quality of waterMaintain 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 shiftSWD’s
•     Visual inspection (routine)Repair minor leaks
•     Inspect PipingCoordinate major work
•     Cleanup minor spillsMonitor well head pressure in regards to NMOCD limits
•     Trouble shoot DH tubing/casing/packer leaks or other injection related issuesTake part in State MIT testing
•     Keep location free and clear of weeds, trash and other debrisPipelines Monitor line pressures across the field
•     Document all meter readings for the dayAssist and help maintain with 3rd party capacity and reliability
•     Help coordinate line markings for one-callMonitor chemical pumps and other injection located throughout the line. 
•     Trouble shoot line pressure issuesRepair minor leaks
•     Call in spills, contain spill, cleanup minor spillsKeep location free and clear of weeds, trash and other debris
•     Coordinate pig runs in linesCoordinate change out of valves
•     Monitor and maintain all line automationWater PondsVisual Inspection of ponds
•     Maintain and report water totals in pondsCall in spills, contain spill, cleanup minor spills
•     Monitor and maintain automation and water transfer headersPreform weekly leak detection test on RW ponds
•     Keep location free and clear of weeds, trash and other debrisFacilities (Recycle Facility and SWD)Visual inspection / housekeeping
•     Check vessel levels, pressures, switches, valves (perform     Minor repairs- including clean meters and sight glassesCheck air compressors and backup system(s) daily
•     Verify and troubleshoot alarmsMaintain filter screens 
•     Maintain chemical pumpsCheck and maintain oil levels on air compressors
•     Input production eVin data for facilitiesEvaluate the elimination or consolidation of stationary and rotary equipment and offer suggestions on  how to streamline operations 
•     Skim Water tanksManage Skim Oil tank
•     Conduct HES Audits on Facilities on a routine basisKnow 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 prioritizationWorking knowledge of oil and gas water systems operations preferred, but will train acceptable candidate.
•     Understanding of importance of environmental and safe work practicesGood communication and interpersonal skills
•     Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as by self without direct supervisionTechnical skills related to math and analytical processes
•     Proficiency in the use of personal computer utilizing a windows environmentAbility to keep neat and accurate records
•     General mechanical troubleshooting and repair skillsAbility to identify operational inefficiencies
•     Understanding of Business fundamentalsAbility to implement cost effective solutions

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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.