Plant Tech I

Occidental Petroleum Corporation; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Occidental Petroleum Corporation in Gardner, MA seeks an experienced Plant Technician to join the Permian EOR Plants group. You will oversee daily operations, maintenance, and energy control plans for CO2 gas processing and related facilities, working with contractors and internal teams.

You will develop detailed job and isolation plans, support MOC processes, use SCADA and SAP, and mentor junior technicians. The role requires flexibility for overtime and rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Strong safety culture and sound math and reading comprehension.
• Clean DMV and ability to operate a CDL is required.
• Experience or training in energy-related industry preferred.
• Flexibility for overtime, weekends, night shifts, and rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Daily operations, maintenance, reporting, and surveillance of CO2 processing plants and related equipment.
• Oversee contractors and guide field personnel; participate in energy control plans.
• Prepare job plans and isolation plans; support MOC processes and SCADA operations.
• Use SAP and other computer systems; respond to callouts as needed.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and contractors.

Skills

CDL

English fluency

SCADA experience

Math skills

Team player

Education

HS Diploma or GED

AA/AS or Bachelor’s in related discipline

PSM certification/training

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position ofPlant Technician within our Permian EOR Plants group based in Gardner, Co.

Essential Job Duties

Daily operations, maintenance, reporting, and surveillance of Co2 gas processing plants, glycol dehydration plants, compressor plants, pipelines, and/or other equipment required to gather, treat, process, sell, and/or dispose of C02 gas and gas‑related products Indirectly oversee and guide the activity of contractors including, but not limited to: instrument technicians, roustabouts, mechanics, electricians, designers, engineering technicians, and other contract personnel Perform energy control on a wide variety of equipment types, sizes, and configuration Prepare thorough job plans, isolation plans, and energy control plans for complex maintenance and construction operations performed during plant turnarounds Provide direction and stewardship of contractors involved in the construction & maintenance of pipelines Respond to "One-Call" notifications, mark pipelines, participate in job‑walks, etc. as needed Initiate and follow through on the MOC or "Management of Change" process by completing forms, seeking concurrence, cooperating with the PSM/DOT Coordinator, Engineer, and Production Coordinator(s) as needed to safely execute changes in process plants or piping systems Use computers to operate SCADA systems, participate in CBT/WBT education, check email, utilize (SAP), research solutions on the internet/intranet Safely drive and operate a 4‑wheel drive automobile Train & mentor less experienced Technicians and contractors Respond to callouts and overtime as needed to perform the above Other roles & duties as determined by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Strong personal commitment to a clean and safe workplace
• Team player, self‑starter, committed to excellence
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Clean DMV and valid CDL
• Basic computer skills
• Some experience or training in an energy‑related industry
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, night shifts, and/or rotating shifts as needed

Additional Desired Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
• Certificate of completion/graduation from a relevant trade or vocational training center
• 5+ years of directly applicable experience with little or no supervision
• Strong technical and/or mechanical aptitude
• Bi‑lingual a plus
• Previous certification as a PSM‑qualified operator of a "PSM-covered facility"
• HAZWOPER certification: Awareness, Operations, or Technician level
• DOT, CSFM, DOGGR Pipeline integrity management program accountability
• Proficiency in a wide variety of computer applications
• Technical/engineering or industrial construction background

The salary range for this position is:$ 36 - $ 50 Hourly *Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements may receive consideration for higher‑level role given (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs.

Check out Oxy’s competitive benefit package: http://www.oxy.com/siteassets/documents/careers/oxy-employee-benefits-program-2025.pdf.

The Company anticipates that it will accept applications for this position for 14 days after the posting date, although it may extend that date depending on applicant flow.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Oxy has bold ambitions to achieve net zero and help others do the same. To get there, we’ll need great minds ready to unleash big ideas, strong leaders ready to inspire and team players ready to make it happen.

Oxy produces energy and essential products to sustain and improve life on our planet. Our experienced teams, located in the United States, Middle East and Africa, are committed to safe and efficient operations and products, and to reducing our carbon footprint and helping others do the same. We are busy developing the big ideas and broad solutions we will need to achieve net zero. Every day, we get closer. And we won’t stop until we’re there.