SEGURA. CONFIABLE. ASEQUIBLE.

Our energy is Californian.

Energía para todos los californianos.

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At Aera, we’re accelerating our more than 25-year journey by focusing on what we do best: safely delivering the reliable and affordable energy that Californians depend on today and will need for years to come.

As part of our shared vision for California’s energy future, we’re leading the way in the next generation of energy production focusing on the coexistence of oil and gas with the deployment of renewable energy to reduce emissions, support local economies and create jobs. Through delivering the oil and gas people need today and investing in lower carbon energy production, we are helping meet the state’s transition to carbon neutrality while providing the energy Californians need to power their daily lives.

Formed in June 1997, Aera is based in Bakersfield in the heart of Kern County – one of the largest oil-producing regions in the nation – with operations in Ventura, Monterey and Fresno counties. We’re known for excellent safety and environmental performance, innovative business practices, application of cutting-edge technology, and a dynamic company culture.

Adapting and transforming to meet the needs of California’s energy future.

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Our Mission

To provide safe, reliable and affordable energy to all Californians.

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Our Vision

To lead the industry by responsibly delivering energy and unsurpassed value, creating success for those we touch.

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Our Values

  • Passionately engaged

    We value the brightest minds and the boldest spirits. We seek those with a passion for solving problems and a desire to push us and our industry further than we thought possible.

  • Collectively empowered

    From day one, Aera’s employees are empowered and accountable to find new ways to innovate and strive for continuous improvement and to make an impact. We seek challenge and fulfillment in our roles, from hire to retire.

  • Embracing inclusion

    We respect and genuinely care about each other. We bring our best and whole selves to our careers, balancing life with work. We believe diversity is a strength, and inclusion is vital for the creativity and collaboration that are key to achieving success together.

  • Challenging convention

    We exist on the edge of what is and what could be, forever in the pursuit of better. Our diverse perspectives are crucial to continuously improving and innovating, from field to boardroom and everywhere in between. We believe that our most recent achievement is our next opportunity for improvement.

  • Accelerating innovation

    We have a vision for powering Californians’ essential needs through delivering the oil and gas people need today and investing in lower carbon energy production, we are investing in oil and gas production with the deployment of renewable energy. We are investing in new innovative solutions that help reduce emissions, support local economies and create jobs. 

  • Operating responsibly

    In an ever-changing world, we seek to pilot a clear path forward. Through our unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, we continue to deliver results and to challenge ourselves as a company, grounding ourselves in the highest standards of integrity.

  • Building community

    Our people and our community are proud to call California home. We do more than just business here — we are active members of the community, as we seek to improve lives outside our walls as well as within.

Awards for Operating and Business Excellence

2024 BPTW Badge round
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2020 beautiful bakersfield awards
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2023

Forbes — America’s Best Mid-Sized Employers List

ALLY Energy — Best Energy Workplace

Pacific Coast Business Times — Central Coast Best Place to Work (1st place)

2022

Forbes — America’s Best Mid-Sized Employers List (9th place)

ALLY Energy — Best Energy Workplace

Pacific Coast Business Times — Central Coast Best Place to Work (1st place)

2021

ALLY Energy — Best Energy Workplace

Pacific Coast Business Times — Central Coast Best Place to Work

King City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture — Business of the Year

2020

ALLY Energy — Best Energy Workplace

Pacific Coast Business Times — Central Coast Best Places to Work

Salinas Valley Chamber of Commerce — Large Business of the Year

King City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture – Business of the Year

2019

Forbes — America’s Best Mid-Sized Employers List (13th place)

ALLY Energy (formerly known as Pink Petro) – Best Energy Workplace

 

2018

Forbes — America’s Best Mid-Sized Employers List (75th)

Ventura Chamber of Commerce — Large Business of the Year

Experience Energy by Pink Petro – Best Energy Workplace 

*This list represents a sampling of awards Aera has received as an organization over the last six years. Aera departments, teams, and employees have received many other awards throughout its operating regions.