I&E Technician I

Scout Energy Management•Andrews, TX

4d•$30 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The I&E Technician I is responsible for maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting field instrumentation devices for process equipment, including flow, temperature, and pressure devices, as well as analytical equipment and instrumentation. This role involves installing, calibrating, inspecting, and troubleshooting instruments and electrical equipment in accordance with industry standards and company policies. The technician will interpret and utilize drawings and documentation related to electrical and process controls, and troubleshoot PLC and DCS logic, including ladder logic, function block, and structured text routines. The position requires working safely on AC and DC distribution systems, troubleshooting and repairing motor control circuits and equipment, and practicing health, safety, and environmental awareness. The role supports operations to minimize production impacts and enhance reliability, maintaining high standards of workmanship and professionalism. Responsibilities also include interpreting schematics, performing database maintenance, completing safety training, reading pump curves, responding to emergencies, troubleshooting control circuits for motors, and performing other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Able to run rigid conduit, wire and capable of performing terminations
Ability to apply the principles of operation of all meters and instruments used in applicable I&E work
Must be self-driven and motivated; should not require daily guidance for managing workload
Must be able to communicate daily with Production Foreman & Engineering regarding I&E issues in respective area
Able to work with a diverse team
Has integrity, good communication skills, and a positive attitude
Knowledgeable in operating and maintaining equipment within manufacturing, oil and gas facilities
Comfortable working in a fast-paced high-pressure production environment
Has basic computer skills; data entry into various electronic databases or the ability to learn
Maintains good housekeeping in all areas of responsibility
Must be able to use and navigate business applications including operations software and be proficient with MS Office
Possess a valid driver’s license, CDL a plus (may be required in some locations)
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Able to pass a pre-employment drug and background check
Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited, state-certified program
Must be capable and willing to work overtime as required and participate in an on-call rotation
Must be able to respond to call outs within 30 minutes of notification
Capable of lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50lbs
Capable of rigorous 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 long periods, working in confined spaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions, driving a vehicle, operation of forklifts and light industrial equipment

Nice To Haves

Certifications from trade schools and/or professional organizations are preferred
Knowledgeable in operating and maintaining equipment within oil and gas facilities preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot field instrumentation devices for process equipment including flow, temperature and pressure devices; analytical equipment and instrumentation
Install, calibrate, inspect and troubleshoot instruments and electrical equipment, in accordance with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, ISA and company standards
Identify, interpret and effectively use drawings and documentation related to electrical and process controls
Interpret and troubleshoot PLC and DCS logic including ladder logic, function block, and structured text routines
Work safely on AC and DC distribution systems from 12 VDC to 600 VAC
Troubleshoot and repair motor control circuits and equipment including VFD’s, motors and motor control circuits
Practice awareness concerning issues of health, safety and the environment; cooperate with appropriate colleagues to anticipate and resolve any hazardous and/or unusual situations (oil spills and line leaks, inclement weather, etc.)
Support operations to minimize production impacts and enhance reliability
Maintain high standards of workmanship and professionalism while working as a member of a team or when working alone
Interpret schematics to troubleshoot problems and performs database maintenance administration
Complete and maintain required safety/regulatory training (CBT)
Read and understand pump curves
Respond to emergencies and participate in emergency response preparedness
Troubleshoot control circuits for motors
Perform other various tasks as assigned by the Foreman