Chevron is hurting the local Colorado community!

I wanted to share some observations regarding the recent developments following Chevron's acquisition of PDC. While it was clear that the intent behind this merger was to strengthen the company, it appears that many of the local companies that contributed significantly to PDC’s success are now being overlooked and sent away with no reason.

Since the merger, we have seen a troubling trend of established subcontractors being let go, despite having a long history of safe and reliable service—many for over 15 years without any incidents. This raises concerns about the implications for competition, as smaller local businesses are increasingly being sidelined and not used simply because they “are not big enough”. It seems that chevrons focus has shifted towards consolidating work among one larger contractor, which could undermine the vibrant local economy and hurt countless families and local businesses !

Additionally, there appears to be a growing sense of uncertainty among existing Chevron employees. Chevron employees (new and old) have been given the difficult choice of accepting severance packages or applying for new positions under confusing circumstances, leading to stress and a decline in work quality. Reports indicate that work at brownfield sites has nearly halted, causing companies—many of whom have recently upgraded their operations to meet Chevron’s new guidelines—to send employees home without clarity on future projects.
This shift not only threatens the livelihoods of local families and companies but also erodes the collaborative spirit that has been vital to the success of our industry in this region.
I really hope chevron considers the broader consequences of these decisions on the community and the long-term impact on our industry’s landscape. It is crucial for Chevron to recognize the value of the smaller, local companies that contributed to PDC’s achievements and to foster an environment that allows for healthy competition and growth.

At the end of the day, this is not fair or morally right for a company of this size to treat their employees, community and contractors this way.

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Didn't PDC functionally fail as a company?

They were sold at a discount to PDP. That's Wall Street's way of saying that a company can't create any value with the drill but.

Totally agree. Chevron should not be treating their employees and contractors this way with no reason or explanation.

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PDCE may have started as a small, “cute” company, but it ultimately set the standard for oil and gas companies in Colorado. In contrast, what has Chevron achieved? Their management of Noble leaves much to be desired. While PDCE fostered a positive environment for employees and contractors, Chevron seems to be creating a workplace filled with dissatisfaction. Many employees and contractors feel stressed and undervalued, especially with larger companies running monopolies in the industry.
Furthermore, there’s a concerning conflict of interest in awarding the majority of work to two contractors owned by prominent oil landowners in Colorado, from whom Chevron purchases oil and establishes operations on their properties. This raises serious ethical questions about the integrity of Chevron’s business practices.

“ I really hope chevron considers the broader consequences of these decisions on the community and the long-term impact on our industry’s landscape.”

Fat chance. It’ll be a cold day in he-l. Add your proverb here.

oh of course they bought your mineral rights and look at the big mess at the Bi$h0p well - that couldn't get shut off 4 4 days. They have brought in people from all over for that me$$. Stand tall those that are affected.

PDC was a cute little company with lots of friendly local deals. That's nice but those days are over. Chevron runs things our own way. Thanks for asking.

we are not in the business of keeping certain suppliers pockets full. If there are more competitive alternatives, then so be it. Those workers, if they are so great, will be hired by that "bigger company" it is referenced here. I tis actually a great opportunity for them. If those smaller companies have great performance and cost, working for Chevron is the ultimate opportunity to expand their business. You're welcome.

correction. This was not a merger. We bought PDCE. Ours now.

No it's just office personal, no harm

I’ve tried to contact the media both nationally and locally with absolutely no success. Chevron has used family to defraud me of my inheritance of mineral rights in Weld County. Politicians and news media are responsible for the poisoning of water and land in Colorado

As a longtime CVX employee and someone with roots in Colorado I am saddened and embarrassed to be a part of this company right now. I’ve never been happier in my choice to take EOI than reading this.

Chevron is making some seriously massive mistakes in their new approach - driven entirely by profit and shareholder return goals. This will result in safety incidents, impacts to communities and likely loss of containment events.

The only way to stop this is to put pressure on the company and highlight these actions in the media. Call your local news station tip lines, jobs or climate reporters. I’d even go for some of the nationals. Get media involved.

Much of what is happening is due to pressure from the administration to secure energy dominance in the US. MKW and DJT are on speed dial and speak regularly. Just wait for Alaska.

Honestly, Chevron has no choice but to follow the wave and move jobs overseas to service centers. I hope after a few years, there are incentives and a reevaluation of the risk to bring some of it back home.

This move will cripple the US economy. Who will spend money in US with all entry level jobs moved offshore?

Sad times to be an American.

I understand your point and well said. Unfortunately, the ELT has decided to side with Wall Street and strive to maximize profits over the local workforce in various regions around the world. The local workforce reductions are occurring from Australia to Angola to Colorado and every other site around the globe. The only local workforce Chevron intends to hire is in the Philippines, India and Argentina.
The corporate direction is to centralize the support in India where they hope to hire people eventually, even though they recently stated the positions in the Engine are 95% filled. The Engine is currently staffed with more MSP resources than employees.

The days of encouraging growth in local communities is gone!

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