Automation Tech

Devon Energy•Montrose, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At Devon, we will offer you a career full of energy and unmatched opportunities to solve today’s greatest challenges. Innovation, creative problem-solving and positive change happen when people step out of their comfort zone and think differently. Our values, workplace practices, wellness programs, benefits and compensation are aimed at helping employees manage their unique personal life and care for their families so they can focus on contributing to the fullest. Job Summary: The Automation Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and operating automation systems throughout the Marcellus region. Incumbents will provide both day to day support and preventive maintenance to critical equipment utilized at various field locations including well sites, compressor stations, and tank batteries. The technician must understand industrial communication equipment and systems, including PLC programming and configurations, within an oil and gas production environment.

Requirements

Experience with TotalFlow, PCCU, and Allen-Bradley automation equipment strongly preferred
Established proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to work independently
Must have strong verbal and written communication, time management, and organizational skills
This position requires a valid state issued driver’s license and employees must pass an initial drug and alcohol screening at hire. Incumbents in this position are also subject to random drug and alcohol screenings as per the DOT regulations.
1-2 years of experience in oilfield operations, gas plants, or related experience with PLC programming and configurations, as well as understanding of electronic flow meters and other production equipment.
Work is typically performed outdoors. Exposure to conditions, such as extreme heat or cold is likely.
Incumbents in this position must be able to physically and legally operate company vehicles and equipment.
Employees must be able to perform work which requires walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, heavy lifting, and climbing, including steps and vertical ladders.
Personal protective equipment, including, but not limited to head protection, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes and flame-resistant clothing is required.
Safety rules including OSHA requirements are strictly enforced.
Employees must be willing to travel and work extended hours on short notice.
This position requires a valid state issued driver’s license, and employees must pass an initial drug and alcohol screening at hire.
Incumbents in the position may be subject to random drug and alcohol screenings as per the DOT Regulations.
Required to travel between field sites to perform daily tasks

Responsibilities

Install and maintain automation equipment and communication instruments throughout the Marcellus Region.
Program and configure PLC devices to ensure operational efficiency and reliability
Install and calibrate numerous level, pressure, and temperature transmitters on crucial production equipment
Install, troubleshoot, and maintain various communication devices located at remote operational facilities
Perform testing on all new and existing devices for functionality, shutdowns, and alarm notifications
Communicate regularly with operations, SCADA, engineering, and measurement teams
Coordinate contract workers as needed to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
Comply with all regulatory, environmental and safety rules and standards, as well as corporate policies
Other tasks as assigned