Chemical Field Technician

Entity:

Production & Operations

Job Family Group:

Research & Technology Group

Job Description:

bpx energy is seeking a Chemical Field Technician to support and optimize chemical treatment programs across our Eagle Ford operations. This role will work closely with chemical vendors, operations teams, and engineering personnel to ensure the effective application, monitoring, and management of production chemicals in the field.

We are seeking a highly motivated, adaptable individual with a growth mindset who enjoys a dynamic, hands on, field-based work environment. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently to support our chemical treatment program, equipment maintenance, and operational efficiency.

Key Accountabilities:

• Chemical Program Optimization

• Work closely with bpx chemical vendors to ensure proper selection, application, and performance of treatment chemicals.
• Conduct and coordinate testing (water, oil, paraffin, vapor H2S, etc) to improve chemical applications and usage.
• Collaborate with Facilities Engineers and Operations to troubleshoot and optimize chemical injection rates.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in chemical usage.
   

• Field Operations & Troubleshooting

• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot chemical injection systems (pumps, ultra-fabs, tanks, metering equipment).
• Perform preventative maintenance and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Support Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Track chemical performance and assist in resolving operational upsets related to chemical treatment.
   

• Work Management & Compliance

• Prioritize and manage work orders and action items related to chemical treatments.
• Ensure adherence to bpx energy’s HSE standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct billing reviews and cost tracking to validate vendor invoices and chemical program expenditures.

Essential Education:

• Associate’s degree or technical certification in Chemistry, Process Technology, or a related field.
• Experience working with chemical vendors and third-party service providers.
• Knowledge of Eagle Ford production operations and field equipment.

Essential experience and job requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in a field-based chemical treatment, production operations, or facilities role within oil & gas.
• Strong working knowledge of production chemicals and chemical injection systems.
• Hands-on experience with chemical pumps, flow meters, and injection equipment.
• Familiarity with work management systems (SAP, Maximo, or similar).
• Basic understanding of root cause analysis and failure troubleshooting.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel across field locations as needed.

Critical Role Demands:

Lifting Abilities:

• Lift with 2 hands from floor to knuckles: 77 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)

• Lift with 2 hands from floor to waist: 77 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)

• Lift with 2 hands from floor to shoulders: 50 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)

• Lift with 2 hands from floor to crown: 34 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 2 hands at self-selected height: 77 lbs for a distance of 10 feet x 2; self-paced

Stair / Ladder Climbing Abilities:

• Stair Climb: Climb up and down a total of 30 steps, self-paced

• Ladder climb Test: Climb up and down 20 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 of toes not required

• Kneeling: From standing, kneel on one knee, return to full standing and then kneel on opposite knee. Repeat kneeling test x 3, each knee, self-paced but continuous

• Sustained Squatting: From standing, lower body into a functional squat position. Hold the squat position for 30 seconds and then stand.

• Repetitive Squatting: Repeat squats x 3 reps, self-paced, no hold time at end range.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These can include, but not limited to, access to health, vision and dental insurance, flexible working schedule, paid time off policy, discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and a generous 401K matching program. How much do we pay (Base)? $86,000 - $127,000 

*Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting. 

Travel Requirement

Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation may be negotiable for this role

Remote Type:

This position is not available for remote working

Skills:

Advanced spectroscopies, Advanced spectroscopies, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Separation Science, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Courage, Data Analysis, Data Management, Digital fluency, Excellence, Experimental Design, Formulated product testing, Formulation Deployment, Formulation design, Imaging Techniques, Incident investigation and learning, Industry technology knowledge, Instrument maintenance, Intellectual Asset Management, Knowledge Sharing, Laboratory Operations, Product Development, Quality conformance, Raw materials knowledge {+ 7 more}

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.