Experienced Electrical Technician

Chevron Corporation; Galliano (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Gulf of America GOA Deepwater Operations seeks an Experienced Electrical Technician to monitor, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize offshore electrical equipment from Galliano, LA. You will work on a multi-skilled offshore team on a 14/14 rotation, performing 12-hour day and night shifts, ensuring peak reliability and efficiency of motors, switchgear, transformers, UPS, HVAC, and related systems.

The role requires 3+ years of electrical experience in oil/gas or chemical industries, a high

Qualifications

• Minimum three years recent electrical experience in petroleum/chemical industries.
• Ability to work a 14/14 offshore rotation with 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical equipment on offshore oil/gas facilities.
• Review trends to optimize performance and drive reliable operation.
• Coordinate with maintenance planning and SAP work orders.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

MS Office

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in electrical or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Chevron Gulf of America (GOA) Business Unit's Deepwater Operations is accepting online applications for the position of Experienced Electrical Technician rotating out of Galliano, LA through November 1st, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time). This position will assume the responsibility of safely monitoring, troubleshooting, repairing and optimizing a wide array of electrical equipment associated with offshore oil and gas production operations. A key aspect will be ensuring all electrical, process & rotating equipment operates at peak reliability and efficiency by reviewing trends to determine optimal performance. The successful candidate(s) will work on a multi-skilled offshore operations team filling roles in basic producing operations on GOA deepwater facilities. Members of the offshore operations team will work on a 14 & 14 rotational schedule and will be expected to work both day shift and night shift during a 14-day rotation. The assignments could be on any Gulf of America deepwater production facility operated by Chevron.

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

• Actively support 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, maintaining a safe working environment, and being prepared to respond to an environmental or safety event.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain wide array of electrical equipment associated with offshore oil and gas producing operations; including but not limited to: Electrical motors, Electrical switchgear and motor control centers, Distribution transformers, Lighting systems, Diesel and Turbine Generators and associated controls, DC and UPS systems, Support systems, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning systems
• Gather, prioritize, and assist with the scheduling of electrical maintenance projects.
• Drives use of sound Reliability Engineering concepts and principles.
• Utilization of SAP to create work orders for inventory and work planning/prioritization.
• Partner with other employees and contractors to ensure that all equipment is operating at peak efficiency.
• Assure all work performed adheres to Chevron's Operational Excellence standards and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years recent (no more than two-year absence) electrical experience in the petroleum and/or chemical industry.
• Ability and willingness to work a 14 & 14 offshore rotational schedule, 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to successfully complete a post-offer/pre-placement drug and alcohol screening, background check, physical, functional capacity examination
• Ability to perform troubleshooting and maintenance of electronic instrumentation, and electrical equipment associated with process systems.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse team of coworkers, contractors, and internal and external customers.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree with a GPA of 2.5 or higher in electrical or electronic, instrumentation or petroleum technology or Military rank of E4 with Military Occupational Specialty in Instrumentation, Electrical, or related discipline.
• Five plus year's recent (no more than two-year absence) electrical experience in the oil, gas and/or chemical industry.
• USCG licensing considered a plus
• Experience working at Chevron-operated GOA deepwater facility

Relocation Options:

Relocation will not be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

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 have 72 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 Maintenance assessment, you will be required to complete the application process and then click on the assessment link. This will resubmit your previous results.

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.

Chevron Corporation is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. Through its subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide, the company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemicals and additives; generates power; and develops and deploys technologies that enhance business value in every aspect of the company's operations.

Chevron is based in Houston, Texas. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.