Communcations Tech III

Specific Responsibilities

The Field Communications Technician III, for Apache Corporation will be a member of Apache’s Communications team at the company’s Midland, TX office reporting to the [Title of Hiring Manager].  

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:

• 2 years related experience with a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be proficient in all Microsoft applications and other PC based computer applications.
• Excellent communication and grammar skills, exhibited both in conversation and written materials.

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 given greater opportunities to elevate their families to higher standards of living. We are committed to providing oil and natural gas in more innovative and sustainable ways to help meet the world's energy needs.

Apache Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of APA Corporation (NASDAQ: APA). Apache and other affiliated subsidiaries have operations in the United States, Egypt and the United Kingdom's North Sea and exploration opportunities offshore Suriname and elsewhere.

For additional information about APA Corporation, please visit: www.apacorp.com.

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.

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