Job Description

Welcome to ConocoPhillips, where innovation and excellence create a platform for opportunity and growth. Come realize your full potential here.

Who We Are

We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.

We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.

Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment

To deliver superior performance, we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual. Wherever possible, we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage, personal growth and, ultimately, create business success.

Job Summary

Bakken Overview

The Bakken trend is a sequence of liquids-rich sand and shale layers in the Williston Basin, which stretches across western North Dakota and into Canada.

We hold approximately 799,000 net acres in the Williston Basin, located in North Dakota and eastern Montana. The primary producing zones are the Middle Bakken and Three Forks formations. We operated three rigs and one frac crew on average during 2025, resulting in 72 operated wells drilled and 98 operated wells brought online.

During 2025, net production averaged 204 MBOED.

Position Overview

If you are selected as the Production Specialist, you will be in a leadership role that will provide mentorship to multi-skill operators (MSOs) and provide support to the team for the purpose of optimizing production for both down hole and surface operations.

This position can be based in Dunn Center, ND.

Candidates must reside or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of Dunn Center, ND.

This is a Safety Sensitive position.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Represent operations by participating in the project activities
• Assist with enforcing proper policies and procedures
• Provide support to team as needed for preparing recommendations; beam pump designs, and down hole configurations, i.e., collecting data, fluid levels, weigh wells
• Serve as liaison between support team (PE, RE, FE, Projects, I&E) and Operations. Effectively communicate Operation’s questions/concerns to the support team
• Ensure MSOs are adequately trained as per curriculum and address technical training needs
• Cygnet, XSPOC and Avocet for monitoring well performance data
• FDM opportunities and objectives
• Loss production reporting system (LPRS) ensuring accuracy and address downtime reduction opportunities
• Well optimization/chemical meetings to maintain an optimum fractional flow reserve (FFR)
• Lease reviews to identify and track optimization opportunities
• Handover processes and pre-startup safety review (PSSR)/commissioning of wells and facilities as needed
• Safety leadership, stand downs, safety programs
• Assist in the development of the SOPs (safety operating procedures)
• Promote SPIRIT values in all dealings with Ops and Project teams
• Field Specialist shall be trained to assist PE's and Engineering Tech in writing pre pulls
• Responsible for trouble-shooting operations problems, housekeeping and record keeping
• Monitor daily production inputs into electronic data gathering software and comparing input data with output data for correctness
• Monitor and optimizing production and costs within area of control for new wells and facilities
• Minor hands on production equipment repairs
• Operating a company-provided vehicle to perform job duties
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures outlined in the ConocoPhillips Management System

Success Profile:

To thrive in this role, you’ll demonstrate the following leadership competencies:

• Takes Accountability: Takes ownership of actions, follows through on commitments, and stands up for what is right.
• Drives Performance: Delivers positive outcomes through realistic planning and goal setting.
• Makes Decisions: Uses available information to generate sound solutions and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical.

Basic Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Current/Valid Driver's License
• 3 or more years of experience in upstream field operations
• Intermediate level of proficiency with PSSR and MOC processes
• Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to work a 9/80 Schedule
• Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to travel 10% of the time on a yearly basis
• Currently reside or willing to relocate within a 50-mile driving radius of Dunn Center, ND
• Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform/align with following: Work in temperature extremes or adverse weather conditions; Work in several different geographic locations every single day; Work both in and out of a company-owned vehicle; Wear appropriate special safety equipment; Climb heights up to 24 feet to gauge tanks; Walk, bend, stoop, lift, push, and pull; Use hand tools to make minor repairs; Work weekends and be on call

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree/Trade Certification or higher in Production Technology, Process Technology, related technical field or foreign equivalent
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Word, Excel, SAP, and Outlook
• Intermediate level of proficiency in Cygnet, Well View, Rod Star, XBALANCE, XSPOC
• Intermediate level of proficiency in oil and gas operations
• Intermediate level of proficiency in project processes and workflow
• Ability to prepare accurate and legible reports
• Ability to read and understand production reports
• Ability to follow verbal and/or written instructions
• Inclination and interest in training and mentoring others
• Constantly searches for and implements new ways of doing business better
• Mentors, coaches and develops others to bring out their full potential
• Team Building - Strong teammate; committed to safety, environmental and regulatory compliance

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Work is performed in field and facility environments and may involve exposure to harsh weather conditions, noise, heights, confined spaces, and energized electrical equipment
• Work in several different geographic locations every single day
• Work both in and out of a company-owned vehicle
• Wear appropriate special safety equipment
• Climb heights up to 24 feet to gauge tanks; Walk, bend, stoop, lift, push, and pull; Use hand tools to make minor repairs
• Work weekends and be on call

Apply By:

Nov 3, 2026

Sponsorship:

ConocoPhillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the country where this job is located is NOT available for this position.

Benefits Overview

ConocoPhillips offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Taking Care of Your Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and wellness programs.
• Supporting and Building Financial Security: Competitive base pay, annual performance bonuses, and retirement savings plans.
• Promoting Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, paid parental leave, and family support resources.
• Offering Career Development: Access to training, mentoring, and internal career mobility tools.
• Guiding Recognition & Inclusion: Peer-nominated awards, inclusive culture, and employee resource groups.

Why ConocoPhillips

At ConocoPhillips, we believe our people power the future of energy. We’re committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow—professionally and personally.

We don’t just offer jobs—we offer meaningful careers in a company that values how we work as much as what we achieve.

EEO:

In the US, ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.