Specific Responsibilities
The Field Communications Technician III, for Apache Corporation will be a member of Apache’s Communications team at the company’s Midland office reporting to the Communications Foreman.
This role will be primarily responsible for the following:
- This individual will work closely with the operations, automation, security, and information technology groups to understand the communication needs of the field assets.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures and established standards.
- Adhere and actively participate in Apache’s environmental, health and safety programs and culture.
- Ensure safe practices coordinating installations of towers with contractors, including line locates through the 811 system.
- Supervise all direct report contractor activities to ensure safe work practices and the most efficient use of materials and labor.
- Must be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
- Use of basic knowledge of oil and gas production operations and reservoir management.
- Work with multiple departments in the development and maintenance of standardized installation and documentation in accordance to Apache policies.
- Maintain accurate documentation and inventory of communication hardware and forecast ordering needs.
- Use extensive knowledge of DC current electronics with a basic knowledge of AC current electrical systems.
- This individual shall be familiar with areal topographic analysis in support of line-of-sight (LOS) path study and assessment, as well as the technologies required to develop point-to-point and point-to-multipoint solutions for wireless field communications for both licensed and unlicensed frequencies.
- Responsible for monitoring Apache’s network infrastructure and promptly analyze, diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve network outages and network related issues. Also, to provide timely situational reports for affected groups.
- Ensure integrity of physical communication assets across the field, i.e. radio masts, remote site towers, backhaul towers, and all associated antenna gear/cabling;
- Provide communication training and support to Automation, Measurement and Well Technicians.
- Maintain proper firmware in all field communication devices.
- Knowledge of FAA filings, clearance requirements, obstruction lighting and lighting standards. Knowledge of FCC rules, regulations and filings, structure registration, and ASSE/TIA standards.
- Knowledge of 2-way radio systems, serial radio systems, microwave, and wireless system design, RF coverage analysis and microwave path design and tower site acquisition.
- Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Experience and understanding of networking protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, wireless, networking, routing and switching).
- Determine most cost-efficient use of radio communication equipment and/or systems for production applications.
- Actively researching innovative solutions and new communication technology.
- Review, evaluate and process all related invoices correctly and in a timely manner.
- Accountable for remaining within budgeted project costs and overall reconciliation.
Qualifications & Experience
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent required (Associate’s degree preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years related industry experience.
- A “Team of Teams” mindset with the objective of aligning your vision, mission, and strategy with the company’s overarching vision, mission, and strategy;
- A natural desire to work with a sense of urgency and a contrarian spirit;
- A solid grasp of economic, industry and competitive landscapes;
- The capability to change and generate process improvements for greater effectiveness and efficiency;
- Strength of character, including the highest levels of honesty, integrity, ethics, professionalism, trust, and loyalty;
- An approachable, likeable personality;
- An entrepreneurial mindset with a strong track record of agility and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment;
- A hands-on employee who can also see the big picture;
- An employee who leads by example, with the energy and ability to work collaboratively across the entire organization;
- The agility and flexibility to work in a fast-paced company culture;
- Confident, while checking ego at the door, and fearless in the face of speaking up to challenge norms or convention;
- Self-aware with excellent communication skills, both written and oral; and
- Highly intelligent, intellectually and emotionally, with excellent analytical, strategic, business judgment, and problem-solving skills.
Competencies
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.
Company Overview
Our primary product is energy, and where there is affordable, abundant energy, people are healthier, have access to better education, and are given greater opportunities to elevate their families to higher standards of living.
Nearly 3 billion people — roughly one-third of the global population — live without electricity or without clean cooking facilities. We are committed to providing energy in innovative and more sustainable ways to help raise the standard of living for those living in energy poverty and to meet the ongoing demands of people and economies around the world.
The products we deliver power increasingly cleaner electricity across the globe, fuel tractors and trucks, make fertilizer to keep the world's food supply on the table, and heat our schools, hospitals and businesses.
Our employees bring a wide range of talents and skills to the job every day to tackle complex business challenges. We believe in providing a truly rewarding work environment supported by a benefits platform that ranks among the best in our peer group. Our company offers career development opportunities where employees can grow personally and professionally. We promote employee benefits that cultivate a family-friendly work environment and focus on our employees' overall well-being.
We are committed to being a workplace where all employees are valued and can thrive with a sense of belonging. Our commitment to non-discriminatory, equal employment opportunities benefits our individual employees, our company and our external stakeholders; we are better as an organization when various experiences, ideas, and perspectives are brought to the table.
Apache Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of APA Corporation (NASDAQ:APA). Apache has operations in the United States, Egypt's Western Desert and the United Kingdom's North Sea and a sister company with exploration opportunities offshore Suriname. Whether supporting Apache, APA Corporation or one of its subsidiaries, team members are employed by Apache Corporation.
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Apache Statement on Hiring
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.