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Position range in Eastern Region $51k - $106k Per Year Field Specialist A

Chevron

Occupation:

First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers

Location:

Carlsbad, NM - 88220

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

10/05/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

Chevron

Web Site:

www.chevron.com

Job #: 101576481056

Job Requirements and Properties

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Full Time Schedule

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Job Description

Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Shale & Tight business unit is accepting online applications for the position of Field Specialist A located in Carlsbad, New Mexico through October 19th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (CST). This position assumes the responsibility of monitoring and optimization of all production process variables, ensuring that all production equipment is operating at peak reliability and efficiency, and acquiring and storing data. This role will have an 8/6 Schedule. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Actively supports Health, Environment, and Safety processes by accomplishing daily activities within applicable regulations and policies, carrying out duties in an environmentally conscious manner, following safe operating practices as described in the MCBU Safe Practice Manual, maintaining a safe working environment, and being prepared to respond to an environmental or safety event.
• Operates, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains oil and gas production equipment.
• Perform duties (as detailed below) associated with oil and gas producing operations; including but not limited to plunger lift, rod pumping and flowing wells, and compressors.
• Optimizing artificial lift systems.
• Testing wells.
• Acquires fluid level information.
• Records keeping and data input.
• Monitors computer control systems.
• Tests safety devices.
• Operates and monitors of SCADA.
• Partners with other employees, and contractors to ensure that all equipment is operating at peak efficiency.
• Utilizes a Computerized Maintenance Management System to create work orders for inventory and work planning/prioritization.
• Assures all work performed adheres to Chevron's Operational. Excellence standards and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

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Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of twelve months current related experience in oil and gas, or related petrochemical industries.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends, and holidays of assigned work schedule and overtime based on workload.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Petroleum or Process Technology or related technology discipline.
• 5 years current related experience in oil and gas, or related petrochemical industries.
• Familiarity with reliability efforts for a variety of safety, environmental and production related issues.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance of production and facility equipment.
• Familiar with pneumatic/electronic instrumentation.
• Basic knowledge in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), CMMS, SCADA, and an aptitude for learning new software packages.
• Capable of simultaneously performing multiple tasks with limited supervision.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse team of coworkers, contractors, and internal and external customers.
• Ability to manage time effectively, and work with minimal supervision.

"Chevron offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. A hiring incentive may be available for qualified candidates in this role. For additional details, please visit our https://careers.chevron.com/"

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of the application process, you will be required to take an assessment that measures aptitude and work styles. We recommend you allow approx. 45 minutes to complete the assessment in one sitting. If you need to exit, your progress will be saved. You will be immediately directed to the testing portal upon submittal of your application, at which point you will have 72 hours (about 3 days) to complete the online assessment. Once complete, your assessment score will be valid for 180 days. Should you re-apply for another Job Requisition within this timeframe that includes the Operations Assessment, you will be required to complete the application process and then click on the assessment link. This will resubmit your previous results.

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments 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, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, Veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com. Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law. Privacy Terms and Conditions We respect the privacy of candidates for employment. This Privacy Notice sets forth how we will use the information we obtain when you apply for a position through this career site. If you do not consent to the terms of this Privacy Notice, please do not submit information to us. Please access the Global Application Statements, select the country where you are applying for employment. By applying, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the country specific statement. Terms of Use...

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