Anybody know about the Field Associate position and Training Program with Halliburton? Pay/Salary? Benefits? Training? Cool Stuff you do? Any negative stuff? How long are you away from home? and how often do you relocate? What about ultimate position? Which is better operations vs. sales/business development? Anything you know is greatly appreciated.

I had a friend just quit Haliburton. Training was in Duncan, OK and was several months long. He hated Haliburton's training theory (basically treat you like an idiot, ask you why you dont already know the info that is being taught to you, etc.).

They gave a huge signing bonus that after 12 months you get to keep it, and it wasn't enough to keep my friend from quitting. They had 2 other engineers quit on the same day.

I can't speak for the whole company, and I got this 2nd hand from him. But, I dont see why he would have any reason to lie about it or embellish it.

Thanks Artemis. I am a bit confused since I don't have an engineering degree. Not sure if its the same program. I heard that you move around a lot during the 1.5 year training. I have economics undergrad and MBA so not sure if its the same training program.

Do you have a job description? You are way overqualified to be in a field engineering job if that is what this is.

my brother does that, Ill get him to type somthing up that Ill post

He's in Denver right now on week 5 of 6

KT_Ag08 this is job description What do you think?:

This position requires a 24 month training program consisting of classroom and on-site field training. Individual will work at a well-site location performing operations as an integral part of the team in our Cementing, Completion Tools, and Stimulation Product Service Lines. 24-hour on call and irregular work hours are required during this 24 month training period. At the end of the 24 month training and learning period the candidate will be evaluated for advancement to, positions within field operations or field sales.

This position requires a motivated, self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills and a desire to succeed. A good driving record and ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug testing is required. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a challenging work environment, and an opportunity for professional growth.

Work Authorization: All candidates must presently be a United States Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, Refugee, or Asylee
GPA Requirement: 3.0
Majors: Business, Marketing, or related field
Degree: Bachelors
Locations: Throughout rural North America





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This is RABAG04's brother, I am currently in the program right now i started about 3 1/2 months ago. I am not sure what you know about the oilfield or what job that you are looking for but, this job isnt by any means an 8-5 job. I have averaged 85-110 hours for a 7 day week and for the first 2 years its very intense, you pretty much are a field hand with alot more responsibility.

This is a great program in theory, the training classes are very intense and they ask alot of you, but they are ultimately looking for educated individuals to fill the gap in management from the oldschool managers who are about to retire to a younger demographic to fill the 15 to 20 year gap that they had a lull and stopped hiring.

You dont really get asked to relocate during the first 2 years but after that if you want to move up you are most likely going to be asked to move.

If you want a job that you have any type of social life than this isnt for you, but i will say that in the long run it is a very good opportunity to have a very lucrative career in a very diverse company.

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Thank you RABAG04's brother.

Your info is greatly appreciated and very useful. Sounds like the info that my friends who work in the energy industry told me about. These guys range from contract pipeline welders to oil and gas field service sales reps. Its good to know that their are some potential career opportunities in the industry. Although I've been a pencil pusher for a while, I'm sure I can get back in the groove. Before I went to college, I used to burn welding rods in the South Texas heat. Time to man up again. Thanks and good luck with your career.

Is this program only for recent grads?

My neighbor across the street has a son currently in the program. He is an Arkansas grad - business degree. He is currently on the cement crew. He stated there are recent PetE graduates in the same program with him at Haliburton that received $115K straight out of school. Does that sound right?

Back to my main point. Is this program open to all or specifically under a certain age? I am currently looking.

It is typically for recent graduates.

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What is the training time like? I know it's a 24 month long thing, but do you get time off (Eg. use vacation time during classroom training, ect) I've got an offer to start in January, but I'm in a couple of weddings in the spring and I'd like to know that I'd be able to take some time off and get up to them when I need to.

There is no steady schedule, they work your ass off depending on what PSL you work in. Good training but long hours

Wouldn't advise taking vacation during classroom training...you'll have to retake it.

You should be able to get time off if you so it in advance. If there is a class room training during your weddings you can just take the next class room session after that. At least that's how it is in frac

Taking immediate time off as a new hire rarely looks good, IMO. Especially in an industry filled with hard asses who often gave up their social life for work.

I was a field engineer with Halliburton (stimulation/PE) for a year before I left. The program you are looking into is a little different.

As far as the company, it is a very big company with tons of resources. They give you a large signing bonus which you must pay back if you don't stay for TWO years (NOT one). The benefits are EXCELLENT. We're talking $40/mo for the cadillac of health insurance. Pay was decent I guess for a new graduate but that was based on 40 hrs/wk. In reality we worked 100+ hrs/wk so the pay wasn't worth it to me. Vacation etc is excellent. I didn't like being away from home, my bed, sleeping in a hotel, etc for well over half of each month. The pay wasn't worth it to me and being away from my fiance was no good.

Take that for what you will.

I was in the program and am now in the Sales office in Houston, where did they offer you a position if you dont mind me asking? Also as far as vacation you get your 2 weeks plus 2 personal days, but if the dates you need happen to fall in a scheduled class its difficult for them to reschedule but they will if you really need to miss it.

If you want to know anything about it let me know and ill try and help.

I know this is a very old post but just curious if anyone is still on this. Halliburton is coming to my University for interviews and I am just curious about the training program in more detail. What are the actual work hours, number of days a week, pay rate, ect. You say you work around 100 hours per week but get paid for 40 so just curious how that works as well and what exactly are you doing for those 100 hours. Please respond so I can get some more information on this job.

Hello I know this is old however I have been applying for this position for 4 months now all over the country actually. I have a 3.65 GPA in Business Management from University of Pitt. (sorry not an aggie), but this is good information on this forum. I have 6 applications in currently for this position and all of them are in the processing stage.

I've been in contact with the recruiter and she keeps telling me to just keep waiting... I'm wondering if anyone had luck with going to the location and trying to meet in person?

Also could anyone help with dress code for the meeting and even interview. I'd go with the suit just in case, but I know some oil field operations in my neck of the woods that would be overkill. Boots jeans and a flannel would really be more appropriate.

I'd appreciate any help I could get from anyone. This position sounds like a really good fit for me as I grew up on a farm and am used to hard work, but also can be a professional.

Anyway like I said any tips at all would be appreciated.

Have a good day,

Scott.


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Scott, email me at chasep1468@gmail.com I completed that program and I am still employed by big red. It is a 2 year program, but just consider it grad school. The only way to understand this industry is to do field operations for a couple years. If you aren't willing to work 100+ hours per week, then no need to apply. The farm background will definitely help when it comes the hand-on/mechanical aspect of the oilfield. You may even find yourself in operations management rather than Business Development by the time you complete the program.

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I was in your position last year, applied for program but not being selected. I contacted hiring manager for position I didn't get selected for and scheduled a sit down. Our meeting went well, I had to wait 6 months for position to open up but it finally landed me in the program.
As to attire, he was wearing jeans and a HAL athletic polo. I had dress boots khakis button up, and last minute opted for sports coat. I didn't feel overdressed. In a suit and tie I probably would have.
After you apply and contacted by recruiter, anything over two to three months and still nothing isn't a good sign.

Its a great program! Good luck!

What region are you trying to get into? This is a very competitive program with a small amount if openings....definitely a good program as I went through it in 2011-12, just as Chase said it's almost like a masters in oilfield service.

Hello everyone, Thank you all for the quick responses! I thought I subscribed to this thread, but must not have.

Chase sent you an email.

MVB 8th Ag

Thanks for the info. All of my applications just say (processing). The only contact I've had with the recruiter is what I have initiated by calling her and she keeps telling me to just hold tight and be patient. They keep re posting the positions so they must be available...

At this point I'd like some feedback to see if my qualifications are what they are looking for.

Did you guys have internships in the OF, or OF experience before you were brought on?

Also, the hiring manager is really who I need to talk too, not the recruiter?


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I've applied in PA(where I am located), TX, CO, UT, and going to apply today for New Mexico. From all the information I can find it seems like an amazing program. I'll take a slot anywhere I can get it.

Any other tips that could increase my chances of getting an interview and landing this position?

Do they focus more on your labor and mechanical skills or business acumen/professionalism? I feel like I have a good grasp on both, but am just curious.

Again thank you guys for taking your time to help me out!

Is Halliburton the only company that has this type of program? Or do the others, slb and baker, has a "pretty much grad school" program as well? If so is there any one better than the others?

Baker has what they call a sales school. Not sure on specifics but I think it follows a similar structure

So I got the (not selected) for the first of 7 applications I submitted for this position. Still have high hopes, but man do they take there time to review applications...

Does anyone have more information on Bakers sale school?