Production Tech I

Occidental Oil & Gas; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Occidental Oil & Gas in the United States is seeking a Production Technician I to monitor and operate oil and gas production equipment, ensuring reliability and safety. You will learn wells, facilities, artificial lift, automation, and troubleshooting under guidance.

The role emphasizes following LOTO, PPE, and environmental protocols while supporting experienced technicians. This entry-level position offers hands-on training and opportunities for growth in operations.

Qualifications

• Entry-level production role focused on safety and learning.
• Ability to monitor well and facility performance and escalation.
• Interest in learning artificial lift and automation basics.
• Must follow safety procedures and field protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine well and facility rounds and checks.
• Monitor pressures, temperatures, fluid levels, and equipment condition.
• Identify abnormal conditions and escalate promptly.
• Safely start up and shut down wells and equipment per procedures.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and maintenance tasks.
• Document production readings and field activities accurately.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe operating conditions at locations.
• Participate in safety meetings and training.

Skills

Well operation basics

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation

Tools

PLC systems

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. To learn more, visit Oxy

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.

The Production Technician I is responsible for safely monitoring and operating assigned oil and gas production equipment to maintain reliable production while protecting personnel, the environment, and company assets. The position develops foundational knowledge of wells, facilities, artificial lift, automation, and production troubleshooting while working under the guidance of more experienced technicians and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine well and facility rounds, inspections, and production checks.
• Monitor pressures, temperatures, fluid levels, flow rates, and equipment condition .
• Identify abnormal operating conditions and promptly report or escal…
• Safely start up and shut down wells and production equipment within established procedures and authorization.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on wells and surface equipment.
• Monitor separators, production vessels, pumps, valves, piping, and related equipment.
• Develop knowledge of artificial-lift systems, including gas lift , where applicable.
• Recognize basic automation and instrumentation problems involving PLCs, transmitters, control valves, and end devices , and elevate more complex issues.
• Assist experienced technicians, maintenance, automation, and other operations personnel with troubleshooting and repairs.
• Follow LOTO, permitting, PPE, JSA/JHA, environmental, and company safety procedures .
• Identify leaks, spills, equipment damage, and other HSE concerns and take appropriate action.
• Accurately document production readings, equipment issues, downtime, and field activities.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe operating conditions at assigned locations.
• Participate in safety meetings, training, and competency development.

- 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.