The recent price "surge" is temporary. It is entirely reasonable to expect that oil prices, in the absence of a major supply incident (terrorism, war, natural diaster...), will not reach above the $50s for a very long time. Though I disagree with... — read more 

I am in a transition position that ends in two weeks. any suggestions on things i need to do before my last day?

Can someone provide more detail, there is a ton of Pay Scale Grades information on Glassdoor for Chevron, but it's confusing - can someone provide more detail

A friend of mine was released during the spring ROM. Yesterday, the anniversary gift package arrived congratulating my friends on their 10 years with the company.

Does ExxonMobil have Exxoids? What are your thoughts? It's time to have some fun with robot, asskiss, fake people.

Shell has announced they are dropping their sponsorship of the Houston open citing its lack of strategic fit with where the company is headed. You know JW will be all over this opportunity! Even if not in the budget, he can pay for it with a few... — read more 

You know JW will be all over that! Even if not in the budget, he can pay for it with a few hundred more employees laid off.

Just discovered that the Payroll took back salary for a supposed "advance" given during the 2000 ChevronTexaco merger. HR BS on the issue was that it had to deal with payroll date adjustments. The "policy" was that it was to be repaid at... — read more 

oil is going to rock soon. Developing supply shortages, new demand growth in countries like India and the dwindling investments in new projects could set the stage for another big boom in oil soon. This time we could see 200 dollar oil. What goes... — read more 

Go on folk... tell us the real sh-- that goes on in the ABU...? Don't hold back....

I was laid off from ITC, for the folks who are still employed, how are things going. Hopefully, no more talk of future ROM's. How is management doing, any retirements or changes ?

Any CVX folks have a business on the side, either declared or undeclared? Anyone ask permission to start something and get knocked back? My contract has both IP and exclusivity clauses which sound problematic, even if there is no conflict of... — read more 

What about CPL reorganization? Anyone have information on this? All we've heard is that we're going to have to apply for the jobs we are currently doing.. which makes no sense!!

A very weak employment reports is causing interest rates to plunge today, should have a positive impact on Lump sum values

When will Gorgon and ALNG restart. CVX has missed all startup guidance to date. Layoffs are taking a deep toll on these critical startups. How big will the disaster be. Bypassing critical safety devices in a plant is disaster waiting to happen. Only... — read more 

Anyone know if we are pulling out?

DWEP is over staffed and not enough work. Workforce reduction is in making.

I need to verify some information in regards to COBRA and the 6 month period. Last date on the payroll is June 13. Called Chevron talk 2HR and they say they have 45 days to get you the packet after your last day of employment. Can we trust that we... — read more 

The oil business is not crippled and yes it will recover and go on with or without you! This is just another one of many cycles of supply out running demand. It is the support services that suffer the most. Everyone knows the cyclic nature of our... — read more 

Do you know where I would be able find a good list of Oil and Gas companies located in the USA and Canada. I am planning to make a similar website to this one, but I would focus on Oil and Gas only and I would build something that’s much more... — read more 

http://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Why-the-Oil-Majors-Face-Inevitable-Decline.html http://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/The-Offshore-Oil-Business-Is-Crippled-And-It-May-Never-Recover.html

In his monthly propaganda note, Watson says low oil prices are here for an extended period. Given his terrible read on the oil markets for the last several years this can only mean we are due for a sustained rally. Maybe he can get a $100 million... — read more 

I wonder what Chevron would think of its employees reading the pathetic crap that comes up on this board?

I love my fat paycheck and the ability to get away with almost everything. I am being honest here. I think I can make it till retirement, another 15 years or so. I need to figure out what to do with my time. You go Chevron as you deserve it If they... — read more 

I am curious to hear as signs that those employed by Chevron should have known or recognized as weak management, as compared to competitors in the industry such as XOM. I am now employed by a company outside the O&G field at a much lower salary but... — read more 

The organisation chart has been announced. Everyone is to apply next week. Summary from discussion with one's supervisor on one's possible options: - this supervisor's job has been posted too - he kept saying this manager box belongs to this team... — read more 

I'll start...PMPs, workpace breaks, my old boss & his boss, people telling you to hold the escalator rail, the messed up elevators, security guards as receptionists!

What kind of company keeps criminals, chronies, racists, sexists, bigots, and lets clean, honest workers go? Chevron GOM. These people think they can not be touched cause it goes all the way to the top of GOM leadership.

This is too funny, pick up the pieces and move on. What we should do is start some form of company ourselves maybe not in oil and gas but hey Franchises, apartment complexes, stock trading, we have the expertise why not use what we have anyone... — read more 

Oil is getting hot. PDCs are coming back this fall. Happy days are here again folks -- Expat assignments, R&Rs, fat premiums, housing allowances yada yada..

Saudi Arabia offers to purchase SLB An undisclosed amount from an Saudi Company has proposed to purchased Schlumberger, in an all cash deal secured by an chinese bank. Recession Time.

What PSG level do the folks who come out of the Chevron MBA program start with ?

Rumors are that sub surface guys will also be cut this week.

Did anyone else get their vacation pay check today ? I thought it would be the last check after finally being released. My last day on payroll is supposed to be 13 June. I'd have expected pay until then with the vacation payout later. I will contact... — read more