Field Specialist A

Chevron; Orla; On-site; PLN 256,000 - 354,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron is seeking a Field Specialist A to operate and maintain oil and gas production facilities in Orla, TX. The role involves troubleshooting equipment, managing wells, and coordinating with teams to optimize performance while following Chevron’s safety and regulatory standards.

This on-site position requires a valid driver’s license, 1 year of related experience, and flexible shifts including on-call, with potential access to growth opportunities within the company’s operations network.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of current related experience in oil and gas or related petrochemical industries.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends and holidays of assigned work schedule and overtime based on workload.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports Health, Environment, and Safety processes by accomplishing daily activities within regulations and policies, following safe operating practices, and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Operates, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains oil and gas production equipment.
• Performs duties associated with oil and gas producing operations, including plunger lift, rod pumping, flowing wells, compressors, testing wells, and monitoring SCADA systems.
• Partners with other employees and contractors to ensure equipment operates at peak efficiency.
• Uses a CMMS to create work orders for inventory and work planning/prioritization.
• Ensures all work adheres to Chevron’s Operational Excellence standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

On-site operations

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Petroleum or Process Technology

Tools

SCADA

CMMS

Power BI

MS Office

Job description

Total Number of Openings

1

Operates and monitors oil, water and gas production and distribution facilities, typically Upstream facilities from wells to primary separation and processing, and Midstream distribution/storage facilities (pipelines/terminals). Monitors process variables, troubleshoots, and performs interventions to maintain operating performance.

Performs work of medium complexity and may assist on projects. Receives close supervision only on non-routine and critical aspects of work. General knowledge of Chevron policies and processes.

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Field Specialist A, located in Orla, TX through 11/2/2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Actively supports Health, Environment, and Safety processes by accomplishing daily activities within applicable regulations and policies, carrying out duties in an environmentally conscious manner, following safe operating practices as described in the S&T Safe Practice Manual, maintaining a safe working environment, and being prepared to respond to an environmental or safety event
• Operates, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains oil and gas production equipment
• Perform duties (as detailed below) associated with oil and gas producing operations; including but not limited to plunger lift, rod pumping and flowing wells, and compressors: Gas Compression Gas Dehydration Optimizing artificial lift systems Testing wells Acquires fluid level information Chemical Injection systems (corrosion inhibitor, etc.)Saltwater disposal system Records keeping and data input Monitors computer control systems Tests on safety devices Operates and monitors of SCADA
• Partners with other employees, and contractors to ensure that all equipment is operating at peak efficiency
• Utilizes a Computerized Maintenance Management System to create work orders for inventory and work planning/prioritization
• Ensures all work performed adheres to Chevron’s Operational Excellence standards and regulatory requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 year of current related experience in oil and gas, or related petrochemical industries
• Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends and holidays of assigned work schedule and overtime based on workload

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in petroleum or Process Technology or related technology discipline
• 3 years of current related experience in unconventional oil and gas operations
• Demonstrated knowledge of gas lift, ESP, and rod pump artificial lift types
• Familiarity with Chevron factory standard facilities (CTBs, SWDs, Satellites) and equipment
• Familiarity with reliability efforts for a variety of safety, environmental and production related issues
• Familiar with pneumatic/electronic instrumentation
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance of production and facility equipment
• Basic knowledge in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), CMMS, SCADA, and an aptitude for learning new digital tools (O&M Workbench, Power BI, PowerApps, etc.)
• Ability to manage time effectively, and work with minimal supervision

Chevron offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. A hiring incentive may be available for qualified candidates in this role. For additional details, please visit our https://careers.chevron.com/

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of the application process, you will be required to take an assessment that measures aptitude and work styles. We recommend you allow approx. 45 minutes to complete the assessment in one sitting. If you need to exit, your progress will be saved.

You will be immediately directed to the testing portal upon submittal of your application, at which point you will have72 hours (about 3 days)to complete the online assessment.

Once complete, your assessment score will be valid for 180 days. Should you re-apply for another Job Requisition within this timeframe that includes the Operations Assessment, you will be required to complete the application process and then click on the assessment link. This will resubmit your previous results.

Relocation Options:

Relocation benefits won't be considered

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.