Automation Technician

About the position

The position of Automation Technician is responsible for installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair on all land-based oil field instrumentation, control systems (POCs, ROCs, PLCs), SCADA, analyzers and electrical equipment. This role also performs preventative maintenance and troubleshoots I&E issues.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all field instrumentation, control systems, analyzers and electrical equipment.
• Responsible for prompt and accurate diagnosis of minor problems and the implementation of corrective action.
• Consult directly with equipment vendors on problems for resolution as necessary.
• Coordinate and conduct well maintenance activities on wells and batteries for new installs/upgrades and recurring problems where root cause cannot be identified by Well Tech.
• Coordinate and conduct maintenance activities on end devices to include pre-programming of transmitters with hart communicator and ensure data accuracy on all fluid and gas measurement meters.
• Conduct in depth failure analysis on repeat equipment failures.
• Implement design for wells within guidelines of automation standards.
• Respond and provide automation support during all outages.
• Work off of assigned schedule and maintain zero out of compliance work orders.
• Provide analytical support on problem wells.
• Provide input on new technologies.
• Assist other technicians during storm outages to bring wells back online.
• Working knowledge of SPOC.
• Able to perform general PM work: testing end devices, temperature shutdowns, pressure switches, and level shutdowns.
• Conduct evaluation tests on valves, motors, instruments, etc.
• Knowledge of RTUs.
• Understanding of digital and analog I/O, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Must be proficient in troubleshooting using loop drawing, schematics, ladder logic, electrical one-line, and P&I drawings.
• Proficient in maintaining process control loops, electronic controls, valves, and transmitters.

Requirements

• 1+ years of Automation/I&E Tech experience preferred. Will accept entry level candidates with Automation degree or Technical Training.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid US Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to meet all conditional job offer requirements including background, drug test, MVR, agility and fit for duty.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs.
• Walking, bending stooping is required.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.
• Understanding of importance of environmental and safe work practices.