I&E Technician (Days) - Bakken
About The Position
The Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician provides operations with troubleshooting and technical support for instrument and electrical equipment across the Bakken asset area. The role supports ongoing operations and maintenance by safely completing I&E maintenance work orders, troubleshooting issues at well locations, checking instrument functionality, and ensuring automation executes programs as defined in cause and effects. The technician works closely with other technicians, specialists, leads, engineering, and operations. The position may be located in Watford City or New Town, North Dakota; employees must reside or be willing to relocate within a 50-mile driving radius of either location. This is a safety-sensitive position. The schedule is a rotational 8/6 schedule, Wednesday to Wednesday, with day shifts. The technician must be willing to be on call, respond to emergencies, work unscheduled overtime, and travel 10% yearly. Work is performed in field and facility environments and can involve harsh weather, noise, heights, confined spaces, and energized electrical equipment.
Requirements
- Legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Current and valid driver's license.
- Basic technical knowledge and training to maintain instrument and electrical equipment.
- Currently reside or be willing to relocate within a 50-mile driving radius of Watford City or New Town, North Dakota.
- Able and willing, with or without reasonable accommodation, to climb ladders and stairs up to 50 feet; raise and transport articles weighing up to 50 pounds; walk, stand, stoop, sit, climb, and carry material daily over even and uneven terrain; work outdoors in harsh weather; work alone a high percentage of the time; and wear personal protective equipment.
- Able and willing to be on call, work unscheduled overtime and day shifts, and work a rotational schedule.
- Able and willing to work an 8/6 schedule from Wednesday to Wednesday and support operations.
- Able and willing to travel 10% of the time annually.
- Able and willing, with or without reasonable accommodation, to meet the physical demands and work-environment conditions described for the position.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience with low-, medium-, and high-voltage circuits.
- Intermediate knowledge of National Electric Codes.
- Intermediate knowledge of electronic test instruments.
- Intermediate knowledge of process controls, oil and gas processing devices, and processes.
- Intermediate knowledge of SCADA applications.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft O365 applications, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Word.
- Basic knowledge of electrical plot plans and electrical area classifications.
- Basic proficiency applying common electrical measurement instruments and interpreting their results, including voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and oscilloscopes.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair VFDs from Allen Bradley, Lufkin, Apergy, Fuji, Summit, Schlumberger, and Baker Hughes.
Responsibilities
- Comply with applicable DOT and OSHA regulations and safety policies and procedures.
- Perform duties with a focus on safety, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance.
- Install, inspect, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate instrumentation, electrical, and controls equipment, and complete associated documentation.
- Perform preventive maintenance checks on I&E equipment at well sites and central facilities, completing associated paperwork accurately and promptly.
- Communicate findings about issues so root causes of failures are identified and shared with team members.
- Develop effective solutions from available information and make timely, safe, and ethical decisions.
- Support commissioning of new equipment and facilities by performing loop and logic checks.
- Create and respond to SAP notifications and process work orders.
- Promote collaboration throughout the area of responsibility.
- Maintain current and accurate maintenance documentation, technical and administrative records, prints, and project reports.
- Minimize downtime and unsafe conditions through preventive and predictive maintenance.
- Pursue cost-reduction opportunities.
- Be on call, respond to emergencies, and maintain emergency response preparedness.
- Complete and maintain required safety and regulatory training.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Mental health support and wellness programs
- Competitive base pay
- Annual performance bonuses
- Retirement savings plans
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Family support resources
- Training and mentoring
- Internal career mobility tools
- Peer-nominated awards
- Employee resource groups
- Quality-of-life incentives for employees maintaining a primary residence in the Watford City or New Town area
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
