Senior HV Electrical Specialist – Field Operations

Occidental Petroleum Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Occidental Petroleum Corporation in Texas seeks an experienced HV Electrical Specialist to join the ORCM Prod Ops Electrical group, stationed in multiple TX sites. You will oversee commissioning, installation, and preventive maintenance of high voltage systems while improving uptime and reducing costs.

The role requires strong diagnostic and repair skills, NEC/OSHA knowledge, and the ability to supervise contractors and interface with engineers. Safety and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required for entry.
• Diagnostical and repair skills for complex electrical problems.
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair distribution systems.
• Understanding of electrical theory and wiring configurations.
• Familiarity with NEC and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, quality assurance, and specification of high voltage equipment.
• Installation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair to improve uptime.
• Work to reduce total operating costs and safely guide contract work.
• Coordinate with electrical engineers and energy providers.

Skills

Diagnostic & repair skills

Electrical theory

NEC & OSHA knowledge

Supervise electrical work

Interface with engineers

Preventive maintenance

Bucket trucks operation

Computer skills

Team oriented

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Occidental Petroleum Corporation in Texas seeks an experienced HV Electrical Specialist to join the ORCM Prod Ops Electrical group, stationed in multiple TX sites. You will oversee commissioning, installation, and preventive maintenance of high voltage systems while improving uptime and reducing costs.

The role requires strong diagnostic and repair skills, NEC/OSHA knowledge, and the ability to supervise contractors and interface with engineers. Safety and teamwork are essential.