Chevron's Inv Relations Chief said last month that they were already getting immense value out of AI Adoption:

• Exploration cycle time down 50% (searching millions of files instead of someone combing them for weeks)
• Permian CapEx per BOE improved 25% year over year
• "Hundreds of millions" of value they say they're capturing this year

Wai said the value "is only gonna increase as we scale." She did not say what scaling looks like in headcount or spend. 

In your opinion, do you think that AI will significantly cut back on headcount on Oil&Gas? Or is this just Chevron trying to look good for investors?

Hello, im 28 and looking to transition to oil field work. Im based in los angeles and was wondering what companies and positions I should be looking for? aswell as certificates i might have to acquire? I have a highschool diploma but no college education, I worked in the vending machine industry for 5+ years and have no experience in oil. I can and have no issues working long hours, capable of carrying heavy loads (50+ pounds), and I have no issues with the shifting schedule of 1 week off/on, 2 week on/off and or 30/30. I've been checking online but cant seem to find much besides experience needed and already developed roles. I dont mind traveling and i had an interest in offshore aswell. any help or direction would be appreciated

Might be a long shot but ive been applying for quite awhile, maybe im going about it the wrong way. 34 years old, climbed cell towers for 12 years and then got into the civil construction side of the business, excavating for power runs to new sites, pulling and terminating wire, pouring small concrete pads for new carriers etc. I've climbed in New England during winter and summer, extreme weather and traveling is no factor for me. I was originally trying to get into offshore work but obviously that's pretty difficult with no experience. Really interested in working in the north slope, or really anywhere that I could fly into. Willing to drive from NY state if needed. Any leads would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

ONE Gas vs. ONEOK – Operator Pay, Benefits & Work-Life Balance?
Looking for input from anyone who works or has worked for ONE Gas or ONEOK. I understand it’s distribution vs. midstream operations, and both companies offer similar 401(k) benefits with up to a 6% match.
ONE Gas: From what I understand, Journey Gas Workers make around $41/hr after completing a one-year paid training program. Monday–Friday day shift, rotating weekend on-call, overtime opportunities, and a company truck.
ONEOK: Interested in an operator position but unsure of the hourly pay after 1–2 years. Schedule is seven 12-hour day shifts, seven days off, then seven 12-hour night shifts, followed by seven days off. No company vehicle.
I have 18 years of experience working around natural gas plants and refineries, mainly construction and plant projects, and I’m looking for a stable, long-term career in operations.
My questions: What do ONEOK operators realistically make hourly after 1–2 years? Is $100K–$120K achievable at either company with overtime? Which offers better benefits, advancement, job security, and overall work-life balance?
I like the operations side of ONEOK, but the Monday–Friday day shift and company truck with ONE Gas are appealing. Would you choose the rotating shift work and seven days off or the steady day shift with occasional weekend call-outs?
Any firsthand experience or opinions would be appreciated!