Automation Technician

ONEOK • Plaquemine, LA

44d • $80,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Technician executes routine automation and control system tasks with minor variation, adjusting methods to resolve common operational issues. This role supports daily plant operations by maintaining and troubleshooting automation systems under direct supervision. The Automation Technician maintains, configures, and troubleshoots Distributive Control and Safety Instrumented systems in support of safe, reliable operation of gas processing plants. The qualified candidate must possess and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and environmental policies. Communication with operations, I&E, maintenance, measurement, and engineering groups is crucial to successfully executing the duties of this position.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• Minimum 5 years related DCS/SIS or PLC experience.
• Experience with one or more of the following is required… Foxboro DCS, Rockwell PLCs and HMIs, PlantPAX, Aveva or WonderWare HMIs, Honeywell C-300 Controllers, Honeywell Safety Manager and/or Emerson DeltaV systems.
• Ability to read and understand P&ID’s, electrical one-line diagrams and other complex drawings.
• Able to accurately red-line changes to drawings.
• Familiarity with requirements related to Process Safety Management and ability to perform functions necessary to implement changes to systems and maintain documentation in compliance with these requirements.
• Must work with a minimum of supervision and be able to manage time when given multiple tasks.
• Must possess the ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a business-like and professional manner.
• Able to work overtime and respond to emergencies.
• Ability to meet regulatory testing requirements with all pertinent equipment as needed.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and will be subject to random DOT drug testing.
• Capable of lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of vigorous outdoor activities and have manual dexterity with physical ability to work extended hours, climbing, bending, kneeling, squatting, working with arms extended above the head, twisting upper body, standing for prolonged periods, walking on catwalks, working in confined spaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions.
• Valid Driver's License

Nice To Haves

• Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and maintain control system hardware and software - Support Microsoft Windows 2016 and Microsoft Server 2016 Operating Systems or newer and related hardware. All within a Microsoft Domain environment
• Maintain documentation of control system as well as OT and optical fiber networks
• Troubleshoot any control issues and implement corrective actions
• Assist with the design and installation of new plant automation equipment
• Assist with planning, installation, and maintenance of all processing equipment within the facilities
• Consult with vendors in the development of newpgraded equipment for plant automation systems
• Maintain robust OT security and redundancy for Plant Control Networks
• Provide accurate and timely information for all types of process equipment to maximize the profitability of plant operations
• Assist in cost control of Plant Control System and OT Network maintenance
• Maintain, modify, and troubleshoot Distributive Control Systems (DCS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and/or Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) to maximize use of control technology and minimize installation and operating costs.
• Support ongoing maintenance, repairs and calibration of online chromatography and sample systems associated with natural gas processing and fractionation.
• Maintain, modify, and troubleshoot Distributive Control Systems (DCS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and HMIs to maximize use of control technology and minimize installation and operating costs.
• Support Microsoft Windows 2016 and Microsoft Server 2016 Operating Systems or newer and related hardware (some within a Microsoft Domain environment).
• Maintain documentation of control systems as well as OT networks and optical fiber networks.
• Troubleshoot any control issues and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with the design and installation of new automation equipment.
• Assist with planning, installation, and maintenance of all controls equipment within the facilities.
• Consult with vendors in the development of newpgraded equipment for automation systems.
• Maintain robust OT security and redundancy for Control Networks.
• Provide accurate and timely information for all types of process equipment to maximize the profitability of operations.
• Assist in cost control of Control System and OT Network maintenance.

Benefits

• ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process.

What This Job Offers

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