bpx energy, a major oil and gas producer in the United States, leverages its expertise in
unconventional gas, including shale, to deliver hydrocarbon production and technical
knowledge worldwide. With operations in Texas and Louisiana, our US onshore business
has become both a premier oil and gas producer and a leader in reducing methane
emissions.
As part of BP, a global industry leader, we foster a high-energy, high-intensity environment
built on accountability, collegiality, innovation, and empowerment. At bpx, we support our
people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment where safety,
operational excellence, continuous improvement, and teamwork are valued.
Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of reimagining and
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Reliability Technician
ROLE SYNOPSIS
The Reliability Technician is responsible for supporting safe, reliable, and efficient field operations within the Permian business unit. This position works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractor teams, and chemical service providers to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve the performance of production equipment and facility systems. The role focuses on reliability activities, both preventative and corrective, with an emphasis on identifying and eliminating repeat failures, supporting emissions reduction initiatives, improving equipment availability and performance, and providing field support for the asset’s chemical management program. This includes partnering with operations personnel and chemical vendors to optimize chemical treatments, monitor field performance, identify improvement opportunities, and support safe, cost-effective execution of corrosion, scale, paraffin, and flow assurance programs. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, adaptable individual with a growth mindset who enjoys a dynamic, hands-on, field-based work environment. Preference will be given to candidates with upstream onshore oil and gas experience, and experience working closely with chemical service providers is highly desirable.
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- Provide field execution support for chemical programs, including routine inspections of chemical injection equipment, validation of treatment performance, troubleshooting operational issues, coordinating with chemical service providers, and ensuring chemicals are applied safely, effectively, and in accordance with established operating requirements.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) investigations to determine root cause and eliminate repeat failures.
- Perform field-wide flare monitoring and repair flare systems, as well as field-wide tank pressure monitoring and repair upset conditions to mitigate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
- Serve as the single point of accountability for defect identification, validation, and corrective action execution associated with the Permian LDAR program and supplemental survey mechanisms, including fixed-wing quantification flights and continuous monitoring.
- Perform preventative maintenance activities through the work management system and provide detailed feedback on completed work and identified issues.
- Perform corrective maintenance utilizing troubleshooting, analysis, problem solving, critical thinking, diagnostic, and reasoning skills.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams to evaluate surface equipment reliability and pursue predictive maintenance opportunities.
- Identify and support implementation of new technologies that enhance facility availability, reliability, and operational capabilities.
- Monitor equipment and systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient performance while maintaining facility integrity.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
- Extensive experience in upstream, onshore oil and gas operations, with deep industry knowledge and a proven track record of operational excellence.
- Experience with work management systems such as SAP, Cygnet, Scada, Enbase, or similar platforms.
- Proficiency working with mechanical equipment and automation/instrumentation systems on upstream oil and gas facilities.
- Experience working with rotating equipment, including pumps, gas-driven compressors, electric compressors, and related production equipment.
- Experience working with contract labor crews.
- Self-motivated individual who can deliver accurate, quality work with minimal supervision.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Technical certification or vocational training in Mechanical Maintenance, Industrial Technology, Instrumentation, or related field.
- Experience supporting reliability and maintenance programs in upstream oil and gas operations.
- Knowledge of LDAR programs, emissions monitoring, and environmental compliance requirements.
- Experience conducting RCFA investigations and implementing corrective actions.
- Familiarity with predictive maintenance strategies and reliability improvement initiatives.
PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES
- Demonstrates a growth mindset and willingness to learn new technologies and processes.
- Strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, and environmental stewardship.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced field environment.
- Team-oriented with a proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Dynamic, hands-on, field-based work environment supporting operations across the Permian Basin.
- Frequent exposure to varying weather conditions, industrial work environments, and remote field locations.
- Responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining piping, separators, valves, storage tanks, chemical pumps, instrument air compressors, flare systems, and other production facility equipment.
- Regular interaction with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractor personnel, and other business units to support reliability and operational priorities.
- Participation in field-wide flare monitoring, tank pressure monitoring, emissions reduction initiatives, and reliability improvement efforts.
- Must be willing and able to work a 14 days on / 14 days off rotational schedule and support operational needs as required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Lifting Abilities:
- Lift with 2 hands from floor to knuckles: 70 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)
- Lift with 2 hands from floor to waist: 70 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)
- Lift with 2 hands from floor to shoulders: 35 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)
- Lift with 2 hands from floor to crown: 35 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)
Pushing and Pulling Abilities:
- Push horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid-chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands x 3
- Pull horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid-chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands x 3
Carrying Abilities:
- Carry with 1 hand at self-selected height: 70 lbs for a distance of 50 feet x 2; self-paced and with a 60 second rest period between carry tests.
Stair / Ladder Climbing Abilities:
- Stair Climb: Climb up and down a total of 30 steps, self-paced
- Ladder Climb Test: Climb up and down 8 rungs, self-paced.
Agilities:
- Stooping and Twisting: From standing, perform alternate toe touches x 3 to each side, self-paced but continuous. Test recipient should reach toward his/her toes on opposite side as far as possible but actual touching o
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