Field Specialist Apprentice

Chevron; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Job summary

Chevron's Shale & Tight Business Unit is seeking a Field Specialist Apprentice for a temporary 6-month field-based program, located in multiple locations in the United States. Apprentices work under a mentor, gaining hands-on experience with production facilities, wells, VRUs and related equipment while completing classroom and computer-based training to build core field operations skills.

The program emphasizes safety and reliability, requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to relocate within 50 miles of work location for duration of apprenticeship.
• Preferred: Applied AS degree or certificate in related field or military training.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in oil and gas field operations under supervision.
• Complete structured training and on-the-job learning with a mentor.
• Develop skills across production facilities, wells, and related equipment.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safety-focused

Willing to work day/night shifts

Relocation within 50 miles

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Applied Associate of Science or related field (preferred)

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Performs work for the functions/groups to which these students or recent graduates are assigned. (Note: Interns in this Job Category are paid for overtime where legally required. Contact HR-Total Rewards for guidance.)

Supports clients/customers and assists with functional projects under regular supervision. Has a general knowledge of the work function

Chevron’sShale & TightBusiness is accepting online applications for the position of Field Specialist Apprentice located inmultiplelocations ,through September 18th** ,2026,**at 11:59 PM (CentralStandard Time).

TheField SpecialistApprenticeship is designed tobuildtechnical skills in theproductionoperations disciplineand gainhands-on experience in field operations. As part of the program, apprentices will work with a range of equipment and systems such asproductionfacilities, production wells, water disposal and compressors, artificial lift systems (gas lift, ESP, rod pump and plunger), VRUs, pumpsand more, providing valuable exposure to real-world applications in the industry.

Through a combination of structured training and immersive on-the-job learning, Apprentices are introduced tooperating, troubleshooting,repairingandmaintainingoil and gas productionin partnership with Field Operations,Integrated Operations Center, and Maintenance and Reliability teammembers. The position provides direct exposure to the Chevron Way Values and the strong safety culture that defines the Shale & Tight Business Unit.

Apprenticeswillwork closely with adedicated mentor, complete two assignments across different operational areas to develop a broad understanding of how teamsand functions work together to safely deliver production and minimizedowntime andwill alsoparticipatein computer-based and classroom training.

This is a temporary 6‑monthfield-basedposition.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diplomaor equivalent
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Ability and willingness towork dayand night shift work, weekends, and holidays based on assigned work schedule.
• Live within 50 miles of the work location or willingness torelocatewithin 50 miles of the work location for the duration of the apprenticeship
• This is a Safety Sensitive Position.Candidates must demonstrate personal commitment to Incident and Injury Free Operations with a proven record in Safety and Reliability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Applicants must meet at least one of the following: complete an Applied Associates of Science degree (such as Lease Operator, Petroleum Process Technology, Natural Gas Compression, or related field) OR have equivalent education or military training OR finish a certificate program(such as Lease Operator, Petroleum Process Technology, Natural Gas Compression, or related field)with previous oil & gas or similar industry experience. Additionally , a minimum GPA of 2.5 in core classes isrequired, and transcripts must be uploaded to the applicant’s online profile
• Previousexperience with reliability,safetyand/or environmental process related issues.
• Previousexperiencewith pneumatic/electronic instrumentation
• Basic knowledge in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and an aptitude for learning new software applications.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse team of coworkers, contractors, andinternal and external customers.

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of the application process, you willbe requiredto take an assessment that measures aptitude and work styles. We recommend you allow approximately45minutes to complete the assessment in one sitting. If you need to exit, your progress will be saved.

You will beimmediatelydirected to the testing portal uponsubmittingyour application, at which point you will have72 hoursto complete the online assessment.

Once complete, your assessment score will be valid for180 days.

Should you reapply for another Job Requisition within thistimeframethat includes the Operations Assessment, you willbe requiredto complete the application process and then click on the assessment link. This will resubmit yourpreviousresults

Candidates will need to successfully complete a post-offer/pre-placement drug and alcohol screening, background check, physical, functional capacity examination, as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.

Relocation Options

Relocation benefitsmaybeconsideredfor this position.

International Considerations

Expatriate assignment will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

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.

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