Mechanic IV

Total Number of Openings

1

Inspects, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs mechanical systems, including fixed and rotating equipment, engines, pumps, generators, compressors, piping, valves, vessels. Identifies and implements reliability, integrity, economic, carbon reduction, and safety improvements for above systems.

Performs routine tasks independently. General supervision of non-routine work. Has basic knowledge of Chevron policies and practices

Chevron Shale & Tight Business New Mexico Region is accepting online applications for the position Mechanic IV located in Carlsbad, NM through October 15th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (MST).

The Mechanic will assume the responsibility of safely maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment associated with oil and gas production operations and processing.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Will be responsible for regularly scheduled large scale preventative maintenance and corrective repair maintenance activities on large COOP compression fleet and additional rotating equipment including VRU’s, Air Compressors and a variety of pumps.
• Actively support Health, Environment, and Safety processes by accomplishing daily activities within applicable regulations and policies.
• Follow safe operating practices as described in the MCBU Control of Work Standards and maintain a safe working environment.
• Responsible for work order management through SAP and mobile applications, pre-work scoping activities, rotating equipment troubleshooting, and other equipment reliability efforts.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends and holidays on assigned work schedule and overtime as workload demands.
• Must be able to read and interpret manuals and other technical materials.
• 5+ years of oil & gas compression/mechanical related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates of Applied Science degree or higher or Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) in Compression, Industrial Maintenance Technology or related mechanical technology discipline.
• 5 years current industrial mechanical experience, with emphasis on reciprocating engines, compressors, centrifugal compressors, turbines, centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, and generators.
• Demonstrated commitment to Chevron Way Values.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Able to work with limited supervision.
• Familiarity with reliability efforts for a variety of safety, environmental and production related issues.
• Ability to perform troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of major oil and gas production and facility process systems.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), SAP S/4HANA, and an aptitude for learning new software applications.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks with limited supervision.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as a member of a diverse team.
• Caterpillar Engine certificate and/or training.
• Ariel Compressor certificate and/or training.

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of the application process, you will be required to take an assessment that measures aptitude and work styles. We recommend you allow approx. 45 minutes to complete the assessment in one sitting. If you need to exit, your progress will be saved.

You will be immediately directed to the testing portal upon submittal of your application, at which point you will have 72 hours (about 3 days) to complete the online assessment.

Once complete, your assessment score will be valid for 180 days. Should you re-apply for another Job Requisition within this timeframe that includes the Maintenance Assessment, you will be required to complete the application process and then click on the assessment link. This will resubmit your previous results

Chevron offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. A hiring incentive may be available for qualified candidates in this role. For additional details, please visit our https://careers.chevron.com/

Relocation Options

Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.

International Considerations

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

U.S. Regulatory notice

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