Electrician III

Apache Corporation; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Apache Corporation is seeking a highly experienced oil field electrician to install, troubleshoot, and maintain critical electrical systems across field operations in Texas. You will work independently on projects, interpret schematics, and ensure safety compliance while coordinating with asset teams.

The role demands 7+ years in oil & gas environments, and a proven ability to install, test, and commission equipment such as LACT units, control panels, and sensors.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent and be a fully qualified oil field electrician.
• Strong problem solving and mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of basic electrical theory and safety measures.

Responsibilities

• Install and/or replace electrical equipment and systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical equipment including tank levels, pressure instrumentation, safety switches, LACT units, automation timers, telephone lines and systems, chromatographs, electric motors and pumps, wiring conduits, motor starters, generators, control panels, voltage regulators, rectifiers, transformers, gas detectors, and fire alarm systems.
• Perform minor maintenance on electronic instrumentation.
• Maintain inventory and equipment logs.
• Consult with vendors on the design and installation of new electrical equipment.
• Purchase new electrical equipment as necessary.
• Interpret schematics for electrical systems.
• Must possess knowledge of high-voltage power line construction, maintenance and repair, including transformer sizing and installation.
• Must be computer literate and able to utilize basic programs.
• Participate appropriately on asset management teams in concert with technical groups and other field personnel in order to optimize operation efficiency and promote safety.
• Track weekly usage of contract electricians (cost, hours used, job completed) and justify to foreman the use of said contractors.
• Must maintain vigilance regarding health, safety and environmental issues.
• Must have knowledge and ability to work with Emergency Response Teams and LEPCs in order to prepare for and respond to hazardous and/or unusual incidents, which may arise.

Skills

Problem solving

Mathematical skills

Knowledge of basic electrical theory

Knowledge of safety measures

Communication

Collaboration

Culture alignment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Fully qualified oil field electrician

Job description

The electrician is responsible for the installation, tracking and optimization of electronic equipment used in field.

• Install and/or replace electrical equipment and systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical equipment including tank levels, pressure instrumentation, safety switches, LACT units, automation timers, telephone lines and systems, chromatographs, electric motors and pumps, wiring conduits, motor starters, generators, control panels, voltage regulators, rectifiers, transformers, gas detectors, and fire alarm systems.
• Perform minor maintenance on electronic instrumentation.
• Maintain inventory and equipment logs.
• Consult with vendors on the design and installation of new electrical equipment.
• Purchase new electrical equipment as necessary.
• Interpret schematics for electrical systems.
• Must possess knowledge of high-voltage power line construction, maintenance and repair, including transformer sizing and installation.
• Must be computer literate and able to utilize basic programs.
• Participate appropriately on asset management teams in concert with technical groups and other field personnel in order to optimize operation efficiency and promote safety.
• Track weekly usage of contract electricians (cost, hours used, job completed) and justify to foreman the use of said contractors.
• Must maintain vigilance regarding health, safety and environmental issues.
• Must have knowledge and ability to work with Emergency Response Teams and LEPCs in order to prepare for and respond to hazardous and/or unusual incidents, which may arise.

Qualifications & Experience

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 7+ years related experience primarily in an oil and gas production operation setting.
• Fully qualified oil field electrician who can work independently on projects.
• Problem solving and mathematical skills
• Knowledge of basic electrical theory
• Knowledge of safety measures

The successful candidate should demonstrate and exhibit the following core competencies:

• Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents information effectively and persuasively across communication setting;
• Results: Pursues work with energy, drive, and results orientation to positively impact Apache's business success;
• Collaboration: Works in partnership with others and encourages different perspectives, while building and maintaining trust; and
• Culture: Willingness and ability to align one's behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of Apache.

Company Overview

Our primary product is energy, and where there is affordable, abundant energy, people are healthier, have access to better education, and are given greater opportunities to elevate their families to higher standards of living.

Nearly 3 billion people — roughly one-third of the global population — live without electricity or without clean cooking facilities. We are committed to providing energy in innovative and more sustainable ways to help raise the standard of living for those living in energy poverty and to meet the ongoing demands of people and economies around the world.

The products we deliver power increasingly cleaner electricity across the globe, fuel tractors and trucks, make fertilizer to keep the world's food supply on the table, and heat our schools, hospitals and businesses.

Our employees bring a wide range of talents and skills to the job every day to tackle complex business challenges. We believe in providing a truly rewarding work environment supported by a benefits platform that ranks among the best in our peer group. Our company offers career development opportunities where employees can grow personally and professionally. We promote employee benefits that cultivate a family-friendly work environment and focus on our employees' overall well-being.

We are committed to being a workplace where all employees are valued and can thrive with a sense of belonging. Our commitment to non-discriminatory, equal employment opportunities benefits our individual employees, our company and our external stakeholders; we are better as an organization when various experiences, ideas, and perspectives are brought to the table.

Apache Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of APA Corporation (NASDAQ:APA). Apache has operations in the United States, Egypt's Western Desert and the United Kingdom's North Sea and a sister company with exploration opportunities offshore Suriname. Whether supporting Apache, APA Corporation or one of its subsidiaries, team members are employed by Apache Corporation.

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To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to base all employment-related decisions and actions exclusively on employment-related criteria. To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to provide broad dissemination of job opportunities, as consistent with the nature of the positions. To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to review its employment-related policies and actions on a regular basis to ensure that their application is consistent with their intent.