James Gatts
About James Gatts
James Gatts is a CCUS GIS Analyst/Data Steward at Chevron in Houston, Texas, with extensive experience in GIS and spatial data management.
Current Positions at Chevron
James Gatts currently holds dual roles at Chevron in Houston, Texas. As a CCUS GIS Analyst/Data Steward, he manages spatial data related to carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) initiatives. In his role as a GIS Analyst/Spatial Data Analyst, he supports the usage of ArcGIS Desktop/ArcGIS Pro, ESRI Portal, Petrel, and Petrosys, focusing on data management for the deep water region of the Gulf of Mexico. His responsibilities include generating maps for business decisions, lease sale planning, seismic acquisitions, marketing, and high-level corporate meetings.
Previous Experience at Chevron
From 2006 to 2011, James Gatts served as an Exploration Technologist at Chevron in Houston, Texas. In this capacity, he handled various technical tasks and projects related to exploration activities. This role contributed to his extensive experience in geospatial analysis and data management within the energy sector.
Early Career in Geotechnology
James Gatts began his career as a Geotech at Norstaff, where he worked from 2003 to 2005. He then moved to GTS Geotech, serving in a similar capacity from 2005 to 2006. These roles laid the foundation for his expertise in geotechnical analysis and spatial data management. Prior to these positions, he spent 11 years as a Senior Drafter at Fugro, starting in 1992, where he honed his skills in drafting and geotechnical support.
Educational Background
James Gatts has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Houston, where he studied from 1987 to 1995. Later, he pursued further education at Penn State World Campus, achieving a certificate in Geographic Information Science and Cartography (CPGIS) in 2012. This education has equipped him with a unique blend of technical and social science skills.
GIS Application Support and Training
James Gatts provides level two GIS application support for users in the Gulf of Mexico Business Unit, located in Houston and Covington, LA. He is responsible for developing and maintaining web applications using the ESRI Portal platform. Additionally, he offers GIS software training and support for both new and experienced users, ensuring effective utilization of geospatial tools across the organization.