Specific Responsibilities
The Oil and Gas Measurement Technician II is responsible for the accurate measurement and monitoring of oil and natural gas meters, flow rates and pressures. They install, calibrate, and maintain oil and gas measurement equipment, such as meters, gauges, and transmitters. They also troubleshoot and repair measurement equipment as needed. Oil and Gas Measurement Technicians II may work independently or as part of a team, and they often collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate oil and gas measurement and billing. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of oil and gas measurement principles and equipment.
- Perform installation, programming, commissioning and maintenance of oil and gas measurement equipment.
- Plan, schedule and coordinate work efforts with other departments to ensure timely completion of measurement projects.
- Perform scheduled calibrations, inspections and troubleshooting of oil and gas measurement equipment.
- Install, program, troubleshoot and maintain related data communication devices.
- Possess the desire and ability to learn how to operate and configure devices in host software such as Cygnet and FMS with the support of a mentor and/or Foreman.
- Obtain both spot and composite gas samples, and transport hazardous/non-hazardous materials.
- Perform gas quality tests by use of stain tubes or other equipment as necessary.
- Witness custody transfer settlement tests and inspections to ensure Apache’s measurement interests are monitored and meet contractual, state and federal requirements.
- Maintain audit preparedness for area of responsibility with the ability to respond to and correct audit findings.
- Maintain system balances and must have the ability to identify/resolve oil and gas loss/measurement discrepancies.
- Maintain all oil and gas measurement related data and reports to satisfy contractual, state and federal requirements.
- Ensure implementation of measurement best practices and policies.
- Possess the desire to learn and advance skills and operational knowledge by working with mentors and Foreman.
Qualifications & Experience
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent required, Associate Degree or Technical Certification preferred.
- 3+ years of Oil and Gas Measurement experience or equivalent related industry experience.
- Must be proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and associated measurement software.
- Excellent communication and grammar skills exhibited both in conversation and written materials.
- Basic understanding of oil and gas production operations and midstream processes.
- Working knowledge of the methods of measurement used for allocation and custody transfer points.
- Basic knowledge of applicable RRC, OCD, BLM, UL, GLO, AGA, and API requirements and procedures.
- Working knowledge of low voltage power systems and electronics, 12–24 VDC.
- General knowledge of laboratory analysis results related to oil and gas sampling.
- Must be self-motivated and able to complete tasks under moderate supervision.
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.