Electrician III

The electrician is responsible for the installation, tracking and optimization of electronic equipment used in field.

• Install and/or replace electrical equipment and systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical equipment including tank levels, pressure instrumentation, safety switches, LACT units, automation timers, telephone lines and systems, chromatographs, electric motors and pumps, wiring conduits, motor starters, generators, control panels, voltage regulators, rectifiers, transformers, gas detectors, and fire alarm systems.
• Perform minor maintenance on electronic instrumentation.
• Maintain inventory and equipment logs.
• Consult with vendors on the design and installation of new electrical equipment.
• Purchase new electrical equipment as necessary.
• Interpret schematics for electrical systems.
• Must possess knowledge of high‑voltage power line construction, maintenance and repair, including transformer sizing and installation.
• Must be computer literate and able to utilize basic programs.
• Participate appropriately on asset management teams in concert with technical groups and other field personnel in order to optimize operation efficiency and promote safety.
• Track weekly usage of contract electricians (cost, hours used, job completed) and justify to foreman the use of said contractors.
• Must maintain vigilance regarding health, safety and environmental issues.
• Must have knowledge and ability to work with Emergency Response Teams and LEPCs in order to prepare for and respond to hazardous and/or unusual incidents, which may arise.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 7+ years related experience primarily in an oil and gas production operation setting.
• Fully qualified oil field electrician who can work independently on projects.
• Problem solving and mathematical skills
• Knowledge of basic electrical theory
• Knowledge of safety measures

The successful candidate should demonstrate and exhibit the following core competencies:

• Communication:
  Writes, speaks, and presents information effectively and persuasively across communication setting;
• Results:
  Pursues work with energy, drive, and results orientation to positively impact Apache's business success;
• Collaboration:
  
  Works in partnership with others and encourages different perspectives, while building and maintaining trust; and
• Culture:
  Willingness and ability to align one's behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of Apache.

To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to base all employment‑related decisions and actions exclusively on employment‑related criteria. To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to provide broad dissemination of job opportunities, as consistent with the nature of the positions.

To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to review its employment‑related policies and actions on a regular basis to ensure that their application is consistent with their intent.