Materials Handler IV

Position SummaryOccidental Petroleum is seeking a highly motivated Material Handler / Asset Recovery Coordinator to support field operations throughout the Permian Basin. This role is responsible for identifying, evaluating, tracking, and coordinating the movement of company-owned materials and equipment from field locations to inventory yards, disposal vendors, or approved buyers.The ideal candidate has experience in oilfield operations, warehouse logistics, inventory management, and material handling. Successful candidates are safety-focused, mechanically inclined, comfortable working independently in the field, and experienced with inventory systems such as SAP.Key ResponsibilitiesTravel to company field locations to identify equipment, verify quantities, assess condition, anddocument assets.Evaluate whether equipment can be redeployed, stored for future use, sold, or scrapped.Coordinate the removal, transportation, storage, disposal, or sale of surplus equipment andmaterials.Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and other internal stakeholders to maintainaccurate asset records.Process equipment transfers, receipts, inventory transactions, and material movements withinSAP.Coordinate with vendors, trucking companies, scrap yards, and inventory facilities to support fieldcleanup activities.Ensure proceeds from equipment sales are properly documented and communicated to Finance.Load, unload, transport, and stage materials at inventory yards and operational locations.Receive, inspect, identify, and verify materials using part numbers, descriptions, and inventorydocumentation.Accurately maintain inventory records and transaction documentation.Count, weigh, measure, and record materials handled or moved.Label, tag, and organize materials in accordance with company procedures.Maintain clean and organized warehouses, yards, and work areas.Follow all company safety practices, environmental requirements, and operational procedures.Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED.3+ years of experience in material handling, warehouse operations, inventory management,logistics, or oilfield operations.Experience working in the Permian Basin or similar oilfield environments preferred.Forklift operating experience required.Ability to safely operate material handling equipment and work around heavy equipment.Experience with inventory systems, ERP systems, or SAP preferred.Strong understanding of shipping, receiving, inventory control, and warehouse processes.Ability to identify oilfield materials, equipment, fittings, valves, pipe, and related inventory items.Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.Strong communication and organizational skills.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience with:SAP inventory transactionsOilfield equipment and asset managementSupply chain or warehouse operationsVendor coordinationForklift certificationMaterial recovery, salvage, or asset disposition programsKnowledge of Occidental operational practices and inventory processes.Safety certifications such as OSHA, H2S, First Aid, or CPR.Physical RequirementsFrequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and lifting.  

 

Entered Name Comment 09/08/2026 07:19 PM Lauren Pope Tell me about your oilfieldexperience. What experiencedo you have with inventorycontrol and warehouseoperations? What types ofoilfield equipment andmaterials are you familiar with?Tell me about your SAPexperience. Describe yourforklift experience. Tell meabout a time you found aninventory discrepancy. Describea situation where you had towork independently in the field.Tell me about a time youstopped work for safetyreasons. How would youdetermine whether equipmentshould be reused, scrapped, or  

Ability to repetitively lift and carry up to 50 pounds.Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the Permian Basin.Ability to safely navigate active industrial and oilfield environments.Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.What Success Looks LikeThe successful candidate is someone who:Understands oilfield operations and equipment.Has strong warehouse and inventory control experience.Is comfortable using SAP and maintaining accurate records.Can safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.Takes ownership of field asset recovery and cleanup projects.Maintains a strong safety mindset while working independently across multiple field locations

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