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Chevron is accepting online applications for an Instrumentation & Electrical Technician position located in Buras, Louisiana

Overview of Position: 

I&E Specialists are proficient in I&E maintenance and construction work processes required for the safe, accurate and efficient operation of pipeline systems. They coordinate their own work and work with other team members or contractors in performing daily I&E maintenance work processes. They act on their own initiative to identify and correct workplace hazards, unsafe practices, security violations or environmental concerns. I&E Specialists may act as a field team liaison with Subject Matter Experts and perform link pin or link pin type responsibilities.  I&E Specialists are process oriented with a focus on results. They apply technical and business principles and use quality tools and methods to make independent decisions in performing daily work. I&E Specialists maintain a minimum of Hazwoper Level III and Level V certification, and possess a demonstrable knowledge of emergency response procedures, gained from either hypothetical drills or actual experience.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Perform routine troubleshooting and I&E maintenance repairs on assigned pipeline system equipment and facilities and routine I&E diagnostic and repair work on basic instrumentation and low voltage systems.
• Know Company, industry, agency and Government codes, practices, regulations and standards and obtain all necessary licenses and certificates pertaining to work performed. 
• Use drawings, blueprints, manuals and other technical references and perform arithmetic computations in the performance of daily work.
• Use the basic technical principles to determine the cause of pipeline system equipment problems and make the required repairs or arrange for additional diagnostic and/or repair support.
• Develop and perform routine maintenance checks. 
• Perform, or direct the performance of a variety of skilled I&E work including installing, disassembling, assembling, inspecting, repairing, altering, calibrating and occasionally fabricating parts for pipeline system equipment and facilities including corrosion management, instrumentation, control and tele-metering, and electrical (power) systems.
• Work may include high voltage installations and repairs and/or pole and line work at some team locations. 
• In consultation with the HES SME, dispose of, or direct the disposal of, waste generated as a part of daily work performed in a safe manner and in compliance with all hazardous waste transportation and disposal regulations and requirements. With direction from the HES SME, prepare manifests for the shipment of hazardous wastes and prepare soil or other samples for shipment.
• Participate in quality teams at the Field Team or Regional level to improve and standardize work processes.
• May lead sub-teams at the Field Team level and assist in the training and coaching of other team members in routine I&E skills associated with assigned pipeline system (s
• Develop and use metrics to analyze, improve and implement work process change.). 
• Provide input to and implement the Business Plan at the Field Team level.
• Monitor and review financial performance metrics and recommend ways to improve the team’s financial performance.
• Track and trend assigned cost centers and cost elements. 
• May act as Field Team liaison with Subject Matter Experts and perform link pin or link pin type responsibilities. 
• Respond to inquiries regarding leaks, line locations and encroachments and take appropriate action to rectify. 
• May coordinate the inspection, performance and documentation of facilities compliance checks, and track compliance checklists. Perform compliance inspections and participate in agency inspections.

Required Qualifications

• Hazwoper Level III & V certification required.  If not currently certified, must become certified within 1 year of hire, and certifications must be maintained. 
• Valid Driver's License Required- No DWI/DUI 3 years.  No more than 1 moving violation in past 2 years.  DMV records will be checked.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior to performing any DOT covered tasks, must meet DOT requirements for operator qualification.
• Must have experience in the Oil and Gas industry
• Ability to work rotating shift to include holidays, weekends, and night shifts with on-call duties.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Important Note: Assessment

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 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.

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Chevron is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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