operations and maintenance

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Chevron Shale & Tight Business Unit is accepting online applications for the position of Plant Operator, located in Tioga, ND through April 22nd, 2026, 11:59 p.m. (Central Standard Time).

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Performs equipment surveillance, autonomous maintenance, and first-level response

• Operates equipment and understands process controls & flow (start up, shut down)

• Enters work notifications in SAP

• Communicates work activities accurately in the system (shift changes, logbooks, SAP follow-ups)

• Responsible for executing continuous improvement activities and providing feedback through appropriate channels

• Facilitation of safe work permitting processes

• Complies with all Chevron Rules and guidance (energy isolation, confined space, hot work)

• Clearly communicates applicable Chevron policies and procedures relevant to work activities

• Coaches on safety aspects of the job and work location

• Process Safety Management (PSM) Regulations – knowledgeable on how work needs to be conducted to be regulatory compliant (e.g., aware of signage requirements, training requirements, and operation requirements).

• Work independently at times to maintain production goals and manage process upsets.

• Utilize P&IDs and PFDs to help troubleshoot, maintain equipment, and perform maintenance activities.

Core Behaviors                 

• Continuous Improvement – 10%

• Process Execution – 60%

• Problem Solving / Decision Making – 25%

• Leadership / Coaching –5%

Work Environment            

• Field Time (“go see”, meetings/collaboration) – 90%

• Desk Time (admin, invoices, data analysis, emails) – 10%

Required Qualification

• Basic computer skills (Microsoft, SAP)

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Valid Driver's license

• Must pass pre-employment process

Preferred Qualification

• Industrial / oilfield experience

• Mechanical aptitude

• Good communication skills

• Knowledge of safety requirements and practices

• Able to work in a team environment

Relocation Options

Relocation may be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will 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 to complete the on-line 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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