Field Specialist

Chevron Corp

Keene, ND

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Automation, Best Practices, Cash Flow, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Documentation, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Maintenance Services, Mentoring, Operational Audit, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Process Control Engineering, Process Flow, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Process Improvement, Process Management, Regulatory Requirements, Resource Management, Risk Analysis, SAP, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sales Pipeline, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC), Startup, Surveillance, Team Lead/Manager, Web Testing
LOCATION
Keene, ND
POSTED
12 days ago

Chevron Shale & Tight Business Unit is accepting online applications for the position of Field Specialist at our Keene, ND plant through July 15th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST

The Midstream Field Specialist is responsible for monitoring equipment performance data to optimize pipeline utilization, station throughput, maximizing free cash flow while ensuring safe and compliant operations. This role requires adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and a commitment to safety and environmental standards.

This position is a 95% field / 5% office role.

Expectations:

  • Participate in daily SQDCP to share station hotspots and updates

  • Understand operation of stations and gathering systems

  • Ensuring permits are reviewed and signed and LOTO is completed

  • Support craft in execution and oversight of work

  • Safety leadership

  • Strong communicating among organizational customers

  • Ensure all policies and procedures are being followed

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Engage in safe work practices, start work checks including reviewing permits and walkthroughs.

  • Immediate reporting and documentation of incidents and spills according to company policies.

  • Maintain and properly use PPE.

  • Collaborate with team leaders on a routine basis

  • Complete effective handoff communications between back to backs and with night operations(where applicable).

  • Perform equipment surveillance and provide first-level response.

  • Operate equipment and manage process controls and flow (start-up, shut down).

  • Safely complete and accurately capture work activities using digital tools and software (Operator round, autonomous maintenance, SAP (corrective/preventive/predictive maintenance)).

  • Ensure accuracy of production reporting via Production recording software (ODR).

  • Maintain regulatory requirements (Flaring, VOC emissions, audits, flare event tracking).

  • Participate in risk assessments, PHA, MOC reviews, and spill documentation.

  • Understand the correlation between station activities and impact to Upstream Operations.

  • Ensure Availability/Reliability/Utilization targets are met.

  • Drive well optimization: maximize performance, reduce downtime to ensure pipeline optimization.

  • Support facility optimization: maximize throughput, minimize shutdowns, reduce unplanned LPO, and optimize compression.

  • Support verification and execution of equipment maintenance and repairs (SPCC, LDAR, routine and frontline maintenance).

  • Follow fluid management best practices: minimize fluid inventory, dual gauge tanks, drain tank bottoms, verify levels, and confirm automation accuracy.

  • Develop technical skills and "We Lead" behaviors in field staff.

  • Actively participate in training, coaching, and mentoring initiatives.

  • Actively participate in response meetings and support cross-area resource allocation during events.

  • Identify OPEX saving opportunities.

  • Complete other duties assigned by the Field Coordinator and Superintendent.

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

  • Must possess a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Industrial/oilfield experience preferred

  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft, SAP)

  • Mechanical aptitude

  • Good communication skills

  • Knowledge of safety requirements and practices

  • Ability to work effectively and complete daily tasks with minimal supervision

  • Continuous Improvement mindset

  • Process Execution Skills

  • Problem Solving / Decision Making proactiveness

Field Time Required:

  • 95% field time

Relocation Options:

Relocation will not be considered.

International Options:

International 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.

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 approximately 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 reapply 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.

About the Company

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Chevron Corp

Chevron Corp (Chevron) is an integrated oil and gas company. It operates in the oil and gas value chain including exploration and production, storage and pipeline transportation to refining, marketing and distribution of oil and gas products. It explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; and sells petrochemicals and additives. Chevron has interests in gas to liquid facilities in its operating regions. The company has an operational presence in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Chevron is headquartered in San Ramon, California, the US.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Energy and Utilities
FOUNDED
1876
WEBSITE
https://www.chevron.com/