operations and maintenance

Chevron Shale & Tight Business Unit is accepting online applications for the position of LDAR Technician at our Tioga, ND plant, through February 18th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST (Central Standard Time).

The LDAR (Leak Detection and Repair) Technician is responsible for detecting and reporting leaks in equipment and pipelines using specialized tools and techniques. This role ensures compliance with all environmental regulations and safety standards through routine inspections and maintenance. The technician monitors and identifies leaks, maintaining accurate records and reports to support compliance, operational efficiency, and safety. Works under general supervision while collaborating with operations and maintenance teams.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct OGI (Optical Gas Imaging) and AVO (Auditory, Visual, and Olfactory) surveys at Upstream and Midstream Facilities

• Complete Method 9 and Method 22 Visible Emission/Opacity surveys

• Create detailed reports of survey findings and complete repair verification surveys

• Participate in the Respiratory Protection Program

• Maintain OGI camera certification

• Maintain Visible Emissions certification

• Field-focused role requiring daily travel

• Independent work with cross-team communication

• Work at heights (tank batteries)

• Work under air (H2S locations)

• Potential for inclement weather

• May include rotating on-call support

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License

• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse team of coworkers, contractors, and internal and external customers

• Demonstrates ownership of safety, integrity, and compliance

• Mechanical/technical aptitude

• Strong attention to detail

• Direct, decisive, accountable, and results-driven

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with leak detection or optical gas imaging

• Prior OGI training/certification

• Prior opacity training/certification

• Knowledge of oil & gas production equipment and processes

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered within Chevron's parameters.

International Options:

International assignments won't be considered.

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 reapply for another Job Requisition within this timeframe that includes the Maintenance Assessment, you will be required to complete the application process and then click on the assessment link. This will resubmit your previous results.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

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