Electrical Specialist

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Occidental is an international energy company with operations in the United States, Middle East, Latin America, and Africa. We are the largest onshore oil producer in the U.S., including in the Permian Basin, and a leading offshore producer in the 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 dioxide 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.

Our greatest asset has been, and will continue to be, our people. We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Electrical Specialist within our ORCM Prod Ops Electrical group based in Carlsbad, NM.

The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for the Commissioning, Quality Assurance, specification, installation, programming, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical equipment to improve field system operation/uptime and reduce total operating costs.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Excellent diagnostic and repair skills for complex problems in Electrical distribution systems
• Capable of installing, troubleshooting, and repairing switchboard control panels and components, motor circuits, building and lighting circuits, and control circuits
• Capable of understanding mechanical relay logic and ladder logic
• Capable of programming simple ladder logic and VFD’s
• Proficient at reading electrical installation drawings. Circuit schedules, plans, area class, motor schematics and wiring diagrams
• Proficient at using all test equipment associated with troubleshooting electrical equipment
• Knowledgeable of NEC and OSHA standards.
• Able to safely supervise electrical contract work
• Able to effectively interface with electrical engineers and energy providers
• Able to perform preventive maintenance on low voltage electrical equipment such as switchgear, breakers, etc.
• Good computer skills
• Team oriented, flexible, and able to work with minimal supervision.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Minimum Journeyman electrician license
• 3-5 years oilfield experience preferred, with a responsible attitude for personal safety and the safety of co-workers, contractors & the public
• Electrically qualified per OSHA 1910.269 up to 600V