Automation Asset & Maintenance Manager – Oil & Gas

Keystone Clearwater Solutions•Triadelphia, WV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Keystone Clearwater Solutions is seeking an Automation Asset & Maintenance Manager based at its Triadelphia, West Virginia automation facility. The role oversees the maintenance, repair, availability, and lifecycle management of the company’s automated equipment fleet across the East and West Divisions. This hands-on technical management position is responsible for equipment reliability, repair and retrofit coordination, spare-parts management, and accurate asset tracking through the company’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). The manager will help improve equipment readiness, reduce downtime, and establish consistent asset-management processes. The position reports to the Senior Director of Field Automation and supervises the Panel Technician.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in asset management, maintenance planning, equipment reliability, or field operations coordination.
At least 3 years of experience working with industrial automation systems and instrumentation.
Strong understanding of PLCs, SCADA, automated valves, flowmeters, controllers, and electrical components.
Hands-on experience managing a CMMS, including asset tracking, maintenance records, and reporting.
Mechanical and electrical knowledge of industrial automation equipment and water transfer systems.
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, process flow diagrams, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Experience coordinating equipment repairs, maintenance activities, and third-party service providers.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple maintenance priorities, equipment schedules, and vendor relationships.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance systems.
Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate across multiple departments and locations.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Operations Management, or a related field.
Previous experience in oil and gas, water transfer, industrial automation, or related equipment operations.
Experience supervising automation technicians, maintenance personnel, or shop operations.
Industry certifications in instrumentation, electrical, mechanical maintenance, or equipment reliability.
Experience coordinating third-party repairs, equipment retrofits, and maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

Manage the maintenance, repair, condition, and availability of the automated equipment fleet.
Oversee controller retrofit programs, including scheduling, parts coordination, vendor management, and completion tracking.
Coordinate repairs for automated valves, flowmeters, level sensors, controllers, and other automation components.
Manage third-party repair vendors, including work orders, shipping, repair timelines, costs, and quality inspections.
Maintain equipment records, maintenance histories, repair statuses, and asset configurations in the CMMS.
Develop and maintain processes for equipment inspections, shop check-ins, repairs, and return-to-service approvals.
Monitor equipment condition and availability to support field operations and reduce downtime.
Coordinate preventive maintenance, repair planning, and equipment lifecycle management.
Manage spare-parts inventory, approved equipment lists, minimum stock levels, and purchasing recommendations.
Ensure repairs, rebuilds, and retrofits meet approved engineering and configuration standards.
Track maintenance costs, repair turnaround times, retrofit progress, and equipment reliability metrics.
Supervise the Panel Technician and coordinate asset-related work with shop personnel.
Partner with Field Automation Operations Managers to prioritize equipment needs and maintenance schedules.
Coordinate with Procurement, vendors, and internal teams to ensure equipment and replacement parts are available when needed.
Coordinate with the Automation Training Manager to ensure equipment changes and updated procedures are reflected in training materials.
Travel to automation shops and field locations across the East and West Divisions to support equipment inspections and maintenance activities.
Promote safe work practices, equipment quality, shop organization, and continuous improvement.