Automation Technician

Shalestone•Greeley, CO

About The Position

The Automation Technician works alongside Project Management and Water Transfer Technicians to deploy, install, monitor, operate, troubleshoot, and remove automated water solutions equipment, including transfer pumps, generators, filtration and treatment units, water storage tanks, and supporting equipment. The position follows a rotational schedule of two weeks on and two weeks off and involves travel primarily in Colorado, Wyoming, New Mexico, Texas, and Utah. The technician installs, calibrates, maintains, and repairs electronic equipment and systems, including SCADA and PLC systems, control panels and instrumentation, communication and data acquisition systems, electrical systems, sensors and 4–20 mA loops, Modbus devices and communications, and Starlink equipment. The role also involves operating water transfer systems with diesel and electric pumps, particulate filtration, and fluid storage tanks; supporting water transfer technicians; completing daily field service documentation and timesheets; and participating in required safety, transportation, policy, procedure, and customer training.

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of experience as an I&E Technician in the oil and gas industry or a similar industrial setting.
Strong understanding of electronic principles, circuits, and systems.
Proficiency in troubleshooting electronic equipment using diagnostic tools and techniques.
Strong mechanical aptitude and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently.
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to electronic systems and safety.
Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements.
Commitment to responsible safety and environmental stewardship.
Willingness to work in a team environment and support objectives regardless of position.
Attention to detail and initiative to complete work correctly the first time.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record, with no more than 3 moving violations in 3 years.
Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and submit to random drug testing.
Ability to stand for extended periods, climb stairs and ladders, routinely lift up to 50 pounds, and perform heavy industrial-site cleanup work.
Wear required personal protective equipment for some duties, including hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high-voltage protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Install, calibrate, maintain, and repair electronic equipment and systems, including SCADA, PLC systems, control panels and instrumentation, communication systems, data acquisition systems, electrical systems, sensors and 4–20 mA loops, Modbus devices and communications, and Starlink equipment.
Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to support the reliability and performance of electronic, water transfer, water treatment, and water storage equipment.
Troubleshoot electronic systems and components, identify malfunctions or faults, and resolve them efficiently to minimize downtime and operational disruption.
Collaborate with technicians and management to support operations, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement solutions.
Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment and prevent incidents.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance, and track spare-parts inventory.
Operate water transfer systems comprising diesel and electric pumps, particulate filtration, and fluid storage tanks.
Support Water Transfer Technicians with system installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair.
Complete and submit required reports, including daily field service documentation and timesheets.
Travel primarily in Colorado, Wyoming, New Mexico, Texas, and Utah.
Participate in ongoing EHS, DOT, policy and procedure, and customer-specific training.
Drive trucks and operate equipment to perform job tasks.
Organize equipment and inventories.
Perform other duties as assigned.