Chemical Operator

Oxy is an international energy company with assets primarily in the United States, the Middle East and North Africa. We are one of the largest oil and gas producers in the U.S., including a leading producer in the Permian and DJ basins, and offshore Gulf of Mexico. Our midstream and marketing segment provides flow assurance and maximizes the value of our oil and gas. Our chemical subsidiary OxyChem manufactures the building blocks for life-enhancing products. Our Oxy Low Carbon Ventures subsidiary is advancing leading-edge technologies and business solutions that economically grow our business while reducing emissions. We are committed to using our global leadership in carbon management to advance a lower-carbon world. Visit oxy.com for more information.

Occidental strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Chemical Operator with our Chemical Plant located in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products as our highest priority.   
• Conduct routine operating inspections of the unit, troubleshoot operational problems and respond to area emergencies or to changing operational situations.   
• Operate equipment in the field and monitor process operating conditions through the use of instrumentation to regulate temperatures, pressures, concentration and flow of chemicals through the process system for prescribed reaction with critical limits.  All must be accomplished according to standard operating procedures and in support of the safe operation and environmental integrity of the plant.   
• Maintain log of readings, lab results, shift production requirements and equipment issues to record daily activity and provide for adequate shift relief.   
• Initiate work requests, perform minor maintenance within capabilities and prepare equipment for maintenance.   
• Prepare equipment for maintenance work such as locking out equipment, preparing permits and verifying equipment.   
• Make minor repairs to equipment and initiate maintenance action when needed utilizing the SAP work notification process.   
• Notify supervision, maintenance, engineering and other auxiliary personnel regarding equipment malfunctions and troubleshoot process issues as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or completed GED.   
• Process Technology Degree OR minimum of 2 years relevant work experience (e.g. production, loading, or unit maintenance) in a chemical plant or manufacturing environment. 
• Proficiency in math, reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.   
• Ability to work a rotating shift; weekends; holidays; overtime; and respond to callouts.   
• Ability and willingness to serve as member of Emergency Response Team.   
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.   
• Proficient in Microsoft applications   
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.   
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.   
• Physical requirements: Must be able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs.   Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Hourly Pay Range: $37.00–$41.00, determined by experience and qualifications.

Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements may receive consideration for higher-level role given (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs.

Check out Oxy’s competitive benefit package: http://www.oxy.com/siteassets/documents/careers/oxy-employee-benefits-program-2025.pdf.

The Company anticipates that it will accept applications for this position for 14 days after the posting date, although it may extend that date depending on applicant flow.

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•  Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees

•  Use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or

•  Request personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.