Automation Technician II
About The Position
The Automation Technician II is expected to be self-motivated, ambitious, solution-oriented, and accountable for their actions. The role requires accuracy, thoroughness, a positive attitude, and the ability to share expertise with others. Technicians perform installation, troubleshooting, and other automation services for Black Label Services clients, often working outdoors in all weather conditions. They balance individual and team responsibilities, adapt to frequent changes or unexpected events, and commit to long hours when necessary to meet goals or deadlines. Technicians are expected to arrive on time, prepared for the workday, and dressed in proper attire and PPE, while seeking opportunities for growth and additional responsibilities. The position involves maintaining accurate work and inventory records, following direction from Leads, Foremen, and Supervisors, communicating professionally, and properly caring for company tools, supplies, vehicles, and equipment. Technicians must comply with company policies and OSHA requirements, complete assigned work within specified timeframes, complete training and maintain required safety certifications, and keep work areas clean and hazard-free. The role also includes performing other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- 2–3 years of experience in automation.
- Strong understanding of basic field devices and how they relay information.
- Knowledge of how field devices communicate and how to read and write information to them, including Coriolis, MVS, PTs (1–5 and 4/20), tank levels, valves, and solenoids.
- Basic understanding of applications used for routinely used field devices, including RTUs/controllers, measurement devices, wellhead communications radios, HMIs, tank levels, and switches.
- Ability to pack and identify all parts in separator kits and wellhead kits without assistance.
- Basic understanding of IP addresses and ability to change a computer’s IP address based on location.
- Ability to explain the differences between AI/AO and DI/DO, identify devices, and explain how they transmit data and where they are wired.
- Understanding of BLS SOPs pertaining to automation.
- Ability to wire in a BMS and explain its function.
- Ability to wire batteries and solar panels in series and in parallel and explain why.
Responsibilities
- Keep accurate records of hours worked, inventory parts used, and services performed.
- Follow direction from Leads, Foremen, and Supervisors efficiently.
- Maintain professional behavior and communicate properly with internal and external contacts.
- Properly use, care for, and secure company tools, supplies, and equipment.
- Comply with corporate policies and OSHA rules and regulations while performing work.
- Manage time effectively, follow directions, and complete work within specified timeframes.
- Complete requested training classes and maintain necessary safety certifications.
- Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of hazards.
- Keep the company vehicle clean and maintained, and perform truck inspections.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Perform automation installation, troubleshooting, and other services for clients.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
