Compression & Equipment Maintenance Technician

Occidental Petroleum Corporation; Carlsbad, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Occidental Petroleum Corporation seeks an Equipment Technician for the ORCM Reliability and Maintenance group in Carlsbad, NM. You will perform high‑speed compressor maintenance, manage tools/inventory, and troubleshoot mechanical issues to maximize uptime and reliability.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 1–3 years in industrial maintenance, and familiarity with SAP/Microsoft Office. Valid driver’s license and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience maintaining high‑speed compressors (500–2500 HP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform high‑speed compressor maintenance and upkeep.
• Maintain tools and parts inventory for maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and conduct root cause analysis.
• Support safety and uptime initiatives in the facility.

Skills

Rotating equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

SAP

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Occidental Petroleum Corporation seeks an Equipment Technician for the ORCM Reliability and Maintenance group in Carlsbad, NM. You will perform high‑speed compressor maintenance, manage tools/inventory, and troubleshoot mechanical issues to maximize uptime and reliability.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 1–3 years in industrial maintenance, and familiarity with SAP/Microsoft Office. Valid driver’s license and safety awareness are essential.