Plant Operator 1

Oxy is an international energy company with assets primarily in the United States, the Middle East and North Africa. We are one of the largest oil and gas producers in the U.S., including a leading producer in the Permian and DJ basins, and offshore Gulf of Mexico. Our midstream and marketing segment provides flow assurance and maximizes the value of our oil and gas. Our chemical subsidiary OxyChem manufactures the building blocks for life-enhancing products. Our Oxy Low Carbon Ventures subsidiary is advancing leading-edge technologies and business solutions that economically grow our business while reducing emissions. We are committed to using our global leadership in carbon management to advance a lower-carbon world. Visit oxy.com for more information.

Occidental 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.

This position performs routine plant operations tasks and duties. Monitor plant equipment, taking routine readings, performing preventive and minor maintenance.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Monitors and controls plant operations.

2. Constantly reviews the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

3. Participates in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.

4. Maintains adequate records of key production variables such as production volume, yield, plant uptime, utility consumption, etc. on a daily, weekly, and/ monthly basis, as required

5. Collaborate with contractors and vendors for all activities.

6. Samples and tests process streams as required by the QA program and procedures.

7. Participates in plant maintenance program.

8. Communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas

9. Performs preventive maintenance activities as required.

10. Assists maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs.

11. Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: 0-2 years of plant experience

Skills and Competencies

1. Mechanical training and practical experience in an industrial operations and maintenance setting.

2. Ability to operate, troubleshoot and maintain plant equipment, including reciprocating compressors, pumps, exchangers, coolers, air compressors and related facilities preferred.

3. Manual dexterity with physical ability to work extended hours, climbing, bending, kneeling, working with arms extended above the head, twisting upper body, standing for long periods, walking on catwalks, working in confined spaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions, lifting, driving a vehicle, and operation light industrial equipment.

4. Ability to operate hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools.

5. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are required for this position as well as the ability to effectively work in a team environment.

6. Ability to work rotating shifts.

7. Ability to work overtime and respond to call-outs during off hours.

8. Ability to respond in a timely manner to any emergency.

9. Basic PC computer skills and trainable in custom software applications used in flow computers, gas chromatograph, plant controls, and Process Safety Management.

Possession of a valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Recruitment Fraud

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*Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees

*Use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or

*Request personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process.

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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.