Production Specialist Subsurface Job Northern Kentucky USA,Engineering

Location: Northern

Shale & Tight business unit is accepting applications for the position of Production Specialist Subsurface located in Minot, North Dakota through October 5th, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time).

Responsibilities for this position include by are not limited to:

Attend workovers to inspect/witness equipment coming out of hole to assist in mid-job decision making
Observe subsurface related tasks/procedures and assure all work performed adheres to Chevron’s Operational Excellence standard and regulatory requirements
Work collaboratively with Field Specialists and ALCRs to optimize artificial lift, including run times and cycle time management
Assisting IOC Subsurface Specialists in troubleshooting Rod Pumps
Responsible for killing wells
Rod Pump Optimization including POC/VFD adjustments and resolving alarms from IOC, on unit adjustments by vendors
Conduct PSSRs on all well conversions
Assist ALCR in managing Rod Pump unit installations
Responsible for on site supervision of corrective water or flowline acid flushes
Support Field Coordinator, Technology position with Production support operations when needed.
Actively support 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 S&T Safe Practice Manual, maintaining a safe working environment, and being prepared to respond to an environmental or safety event
Rigorous participation in the JSA, PTW (Permit to Work) and SWA (Stop Work Authority)

Required Qualifications:

Strong knowledge and extensive application of Managing Safe Work standards and permitting
Ability and willingness to work weekends, overtime based on workload
Must be willing to work a 9/80 work schedule
Must live in a local area near a Chevron ND office or be willing to relocate
Must have a valid driver's license
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), and the ability to understand new software packages
Proficiency in artificial lift and field surveillance software systems (XSPOC, TAM, Well View, etc.)
Ability to successfully complete a post-offer/pre-placement drug and alcohol screening, background check, physical, as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process
2 years of current oil and gas or related experience
Must be able to work independently with at times minimal support
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively within a diverse team

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates or Bachelors degree of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology, Process Technology or related technology is a plus but not necessary.
Four plus years’ current operations experience in oil and gas or related petrochemical industries, including experience with regulations and the maintenance and testing requirements associated with related safety devices.
Ability to interpret dynamometer cards and/or production trend analysis where applicable.
In-depth understanding of injection and/or producing well equipment.
Demonstrated ability to operate, maintain and optimize pump off controllers where applicable.
Advanced ability to conduct dynamometer analyses, fluid levels, and other onsite well diagnostics.
Demonstrated ability to analyze surface/subsurface problems and develop effective solutions.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize rod pump, gas lift, and electronic submersible pump systems.
Broad knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot and maintain major oil and gas production facility process systems including mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and production equipment.
Ability to manage time effectively, and work with minimal supervision.
Bakken Basin experience

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignment swill not be considered

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…