Petroleum Service Technician
RENEWABLE RESOURCES AND ENERGY
The Petroleum Service Technician Program offers students core courses related to Process Operations. It is designed to develop basic knowledge regarding oil & gas operations, and prepare students to develop careers as Production Technicians in the oil & gas industry. The curriculum was developed in partnership with the oil and gas industry. In addition to developing knowledge of gas operations, the industry expects students to develop their communication and team-building skills through this program.
Career Details
Skills
Students in Petroleum Service Technician are trained in the following subject areas:
- Do basic maintenance and equipment repair in the petroleum industry.
- Service and install petroleum equipment in a professional and timely fashion.
- Complete paperwork as required.
- Able to take on and solve multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to communicate with co-workers and work as a team.
Requirements
Before entering the program, students must:
- Complete all required activity in the Career Preparation Period, including Career Exploration and Career Success/Workplace Skills.
- Meet basic academic requirements in math and reading.
- Have a clean driving record.
Credentials
As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages, and promotions.
Expectations
While on the job, you will be expected to display the following traits at all times:
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Dependability
- Stress tolerance
Petroleum Service Technician Numbers to Know
$47K
National average earning potential for this career
Completion times vary by training area. Check with your admissions advisor.
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