Production Technician: Wells & Facilities Expert

OXY, Inc.; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

OXY, Inc. in Odessa, Texas, is seeking an experienced Production Technician to operate and monitor producing wells and facilities, perform tests, and maintain accurate production records. You will work safely, follow procedures, and respond to maintenance tasks that optimize gas, condensate and oil production while controlling costs.

Role requires ability to coordinate maintenance, perform minor repairs, and support budget inputs. Some after-hours callouts may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating wells and associated facilities.
• Accurate production reporting and basic math skills.
• Proficient with Windows-based systems and field automation.
• Clear communication and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect and troubleshoot wells, artificial-lift systems, wellheads, separators, heater treaters, chemical pumps, meters, automation equipment and compressors; perform authorized minor repairs and elevate conditions outside scope.
• Conduct well and operations tests; record daily gas and liquid volumes, pressures and chemical usage; review purchaser gauges and test results and enter data.
• Analyze daily production estimates and equipment trends to identify shortfalls, changing well conditions, leaks, spills or possible theft; optimize gas, condensate and oil production.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Production reporting

Basic mathematics

Windows-based systems

Field automation

Tools

PLC

Job description

OXY, Inc. in Odessa, Texas, is seeking an experienced Production Technician to operate and monitor producing wells and facilities, perform tests, and maintain accurate production records. You will work safely, follow procedures, and respond to maintenance tasks that optimize gas, condensate and oil production while controlling costs.

Role requires ability to coordinate maintenance, perform minor repairs, and support budget inputs. Some after-hours callouts may be required.