Associate III, IT Field Communications

Phillips 66 • Baytown, TX

1d • $72,900 - $89,100 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate III, IT Field Communications role provides hands-on support for the installation, maintenance, and reliability of field communications systems that enable safe and efficient operations. This role works in structured field environments, supporting voice, data, SCADA, video, microwave, and satellite technologies while collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Possess valid driver's license
• Intermediate proficiency of telephony, radio frequency, analog and digital data communications
• Ability to work safely in RF data communications environments and operate a motor vehicle
• Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to comply with the following:
• Travel up to 50%
• Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• Operate company vehicles on site premises and/or public roads up to 50%
• Occasional on-call duties
• Work extended hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, and perform occasional duties
• Work safely near large, hot, high-speed machines, around chemicals and hydrocarbons under high pressure and heat, and in harsh weather conditions
• Transport articles up to 50 pounds
• Climb ladders and stairs up to 200 feet
• Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment
• Maintain face daily for proper respirator/face mask seal

Nice To Haves

• 1 or more years operational or technical systems in a field or plant environment
• FCC license or formal RF-related certification
• Experience supporting SCADA, EGM, microwave, satellite, or video communications systems
• Hands-on experience with radio frequency propagation and tower construction or maintenance
• Experience coordinating communications projects and working with multiple vendors or contractors
• Willingness to travel, work in varying weather conditions, and support multiple geographic locations
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to remain calm in critical situations

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot field communications systems, including voice, data, SCADA, video, microwave, and satellite equipment across onshore and offshore facilities.
• Monitor system performance and conduct routine testing to ensure reliable and continuous communications infrastructure.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities to support system reliability and operational uptime.
• Support communications projects by coordinating with third-party vendors and contractors.
• Assist with tower construction and maintenance activities, following established safety and operational procedures.
• Diagnose faults, escalate issues when appropriate, and recommend improvements to enhance system performance.
• Collect and analyze operational data to support reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED