What are /r/oilandgasworkers' favorite Products & Services?

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Options expired. Traders covering positions... It was just an anomaly for one day... The downward trend has continued today, as we have yet to find the bottom. I really think this collapse has been WAY oversold, but that's the market for ya... This is one of the best articles I've read in a while though. I hope the author's right... Hope we see a bottom soon folks, cause this one's gonna be ugly!

The best:

Schlumberger (Big Blue)

Halliburton

The rest:

Baker-Hughes (I would avoid them, because GE is a mess right now!)

Link:

https://ipfs.io/ipfs/QmXoypizjW3WknFiJnKLwHCnL72vedxjQkDDP1mXWo6uco/wiki/List_of_oilfield_service_companies.html

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Basically, as a recent grad, you are looking for field engineer jobs. They will most likely market them as 'Field Engineer'.

Some segments in field engineering are: D&M (Drilling and measurements), Wireline, Fraccing, Artificial Lift

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I work at a bank and there are a lot of people who do trading. Any decent sized bank will have a trading desk and likely will have internships. A lot of companies have a finance department with people who run their hedge books. You might have to move if you really want to work in that field. Houston has a larger market than Dallas. Go to indeed and search "trader", "trading desk" , "commodity desk" , etc. and search nationwide.

Your degree would still be useful for credit analyst positions at banks that have oil & gas loans. All the major banks plus regional midsized banks like these https://www.fool.com/investing/general/2015/02/17/10-banks-with-significant-exposure-to-the-oil-indu.aspx

would have positions that you could apply for

You got that resume from the TAP class didn't you. My advice, throw that shit into the garbage and start again. My original look similar.

Here's what Version 2 looks like.

You more than have the qualifications to get in the door. Midland, TX is the current boomtown, but be willing to relocate anywhere. Hiring events and job fairs usually get you the first chance at a face-to-face and not have to worry about getting screened out by some fucking computer program.

Good luck dude. Sorry about OCS, been there before. Washed out of Primary in Navy flight school. Message me if you have any questions.

I'd recommend a Boost or Ensure product. They are designed for people who need nutrients or calories but cannot eat enough, whether it be due to appetite or sickness. They are extremely high in calories per ounce. The below one is 66 calories per ounce. To compare, I posted a high calorie protein powder, and it only comes out to 46 calories per ounce.

Nestle Very High Calorie Drink: https://www.nestlenutritionstore.com/boost-very-high-calorie.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwoZWHBhBgEiwAiMN66R20sLiYtnItnVPG_dRWCYiN2NVNWIgQKH-HV0BR3Wct_izy4TKZcxoC8oMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Protein Powder: https://www.amazon.com/OPTIMUM-NUTRITION-Serious-Calorie-Protein/dp/B0015R6ZPQ

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B092W53K4C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_d_asin_title_o00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I’ve seen this book around my office quite a bit: Pipeline Rules of Thumb Handbook: A Manual of Quick, Accurate Solutions to Everyday Pipeline Engineering Problems

I had a good discussion a while back with the folks on /r/stocks about oil price. This was 4 months ago and so far so good. It's a crap shoot though. There are sooooo many factors that go into the market price and many of them can't be quantified like the general sentiment of the speculators. Here is a great article:

http://seekingalpha.com/article/3010096-when-it-comes-to-oil-prices-nobody-knows-anything

Basically, like the old adage goes it's not timing the market it's time in the market. Get in now while prices are low on quality companies and hold hold hold for a long time.

Here is an article in the OGF published in November that supports the point of view, as pointed out by Rupert.., that the current downturn could last another 10 years. https://www.scribd.com/doc/293155995/Oil-Price-Super-Cycles-OGFJ2015Nov

Honestly, If you get books done by a good enough actor, they are way better.

If you are interested in trying them, I can recommend you 2 great starts:

World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War and Storm Front: The Dresden Files, Book 1

The Offshore Imperative is a great history of Shell's exploration of the Gulf of Mexico. It's also part of a series of Oil and Business History books. https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B005HTRJY4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xSTaGbSAC7K2J

Do you have your license yet? I think with five years of experience, and some references you can take your PE exam and get your license. Also, Coursera (https://www.coursera.org/) has a shitton of free classes you can take. The PE license is only handy when you are doing reserves work or government work for the most part but maybe it's something worth at least looking into?

https://www.amazon.com/Cooling-Fishing-Cycling-Gardening-Motorcycle/dp/B07VCSQ1WM/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=cool+vest&qid=1655484139&sr=8-2

Something like this. North safety used to/does sell them. They were good for hot days.

And with the heat we have now, it’s a huge safety factor. They would need to be FR for use on oil rigs or in the field.

This stuff. It comes in bar soap too. No it isn't cheap but it is amazing soap.

Don't Tell Mum I Work on the Rigs: (She Thinks I'm a Piano Player in a Whorehouse) of Paul Carter 2Rev Edition on 08 November 2007 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CB5XDPQ/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_9FQQS3B3X55ED734VFC3

$15 Energizer head lamp and a $15 brick of AAA batteries.

I must have at least 20 of these this between the house my personal vehicles, all the trucks and the shop. I love a good flash light but a head lamp is the way to go to free up both hands and keep the light where you’re looking.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083JWX9PK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_dl_5MRV0WPPQ828F4G2ZBTD

Not an oilfield guy, but I have two suggestions.

If your looking for power, I love this flashlight. I use it for hunting. Just the right size. Really bright and it’s got a spare rechargeable battery so you can run for a long time.

Supernova Guardian 1300XL Professional Series Ultra Bright Rechargeable Tactical LED Flashlight with Remote Pressure Switch and BrightStart Technology https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01693PCY0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_0808C0XHS8KQ7DD62880

If your looking for something a little smaller this was also really nice bummed when I lost it. No spare battery though. Anker Rechargeable Bolder LC40 Flashlight, LED Torch, Super Bright 400 Lumens CREE LED, IPX5 Water Resistant, 5 Modes High/Medium/Low/Strobe/SOS, Indoor/Outdoor (Camping, Hiking and Emergency Use) https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B072171VHQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_SCW6MTQ62HK817HY62JF

I'm sorry it's more like this style Eowpower 19/22mm Hexagon Scaffold Podger Ratchet Spanner Ratcheting Socket Wrench https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071WSCNN1/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_J52BZJ3DXK96WY56NBBK

Fast Orange is your new best friend.

Permatex 25219 Fast Orange Pumice Lotion Hand Cleaner with Pump, 1 Gallon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HBNTX2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_TE6FTG4FV3369BVND3EG

Passion Lubes, Natural Water-Based Lubricant, 55 Gallon Drum/7040 Fl Oz https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B005MR3IVO/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_RA6H8EXMEFCXCZ33RRCW

Pick up one of these and you'll be fine. In all reality, as an SLB FE you will have access to really smart people and a huge amount of information. You can take advantage of that, or you can just fill out your forms and collect a paycheck.

1. Go to http://www.indeed.com/advanced_search
2. Type into all words box: petroleum "computer science"
3. Sort by date
4. Show 50 per page
5. DO NOT enter a state, zip or anything else

Click "Find Jobs"

They send me email for interview on this site https://whereby.com/ on 23 jan and asked me further your application process you have selected for video interview so two person asked me questions during interview on 24 jan so after that still i have not received any reply

The first 100 pages of this Book is really good for understanding all the components of a gas plant. If you're and engineer at one, the whole thing is a good read/reference. Although its a little pricey.

All you need to know right here: https://www.amazon.com/Completion-Design-Developments-Petroleum-Science/dp/0444532102

I have some decades old infantry feet so my experience may be different than yours. I have sweaty feet. I wear dress socks all year long sweaty feet. If you see a guy in FRs in North Dakota in winter wearing sandals that's me.

But here's what I use: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T82R9OQ/ref=cm_sw_r_u_apap_9lsuN7SMb1FNT

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008RPFA3C/ref=cm_sw_r_u_apap_Favtzwp8SIykz

Bitch, I don't drink coffee, we got an essepresso machine in our trailer (not joking).

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My Old Machine

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Thanks for the reply. Yeah, I was looking at the salary and it is way higher than my other offers. It appears from the offer I would be doing projects, which doesn't sound too exciting. I was hoping I would be involved with more design work but I guess at some point I would have to approve some drawings or verify some engineering requirements.

I was contemplating buys some books to help improve my knowledge on the subject.

Mechanical Design of heat exchangers

Pressure vessels

Any reading you would recommend?

No one is going to want that functionality. For the most part 2-ways are highly typical.

This is the one I use. It works great, but not many operators know which channels they operate on. Which is stupid.

My boyfriend got a portable food warmer for Christmas last year and he said it works pretty well if you remember to plug it in beforehand. It takes a few hours (2-3), but it comes with a Pyrex dish and holds quite a bit of food.

Food Warmer - Amazon

North NF11HD/9L Large NorthFlex Cold Grip Cold Weather Gloves https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LVEXR2M/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_q7etAb1A50XWK

HexArmor 2023-L Size 9 Rig Lizard Arctic TP-X Reusable Cut Resistant Gloves With Sli... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z2RNBOS/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_e9etAb3JYDD45

I would also recommend Leffler's Petroleum Refining in Nontechnical Language

The title sounds like it would insult your intelligence, but it's a very good intro to Lieberman's books if you're not well versed in crude distillation, hydroprocessing, FCC, reforming, alkylation, coking, etc

This book

I took Alistair Brown's class and his textbook has since been an invaluable tool. He doesn't cover much with Kingdom but you'll learn that stuff through trial and error anyway. It's an excellent high level intro to seismic interpretation.

*edited to add that you should join us on /r/geologycareers for questions like this.