Automation Technician

Overview:

The Automation Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automation and control systems supporting oil and gas production operations. This position works with field equipment, instrumentation, PLC/RTU systems, and SCADA communications to ensure production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automation and control equipment on oil and gas production facilities.

• Install, configure, calibrate, and test instrumentation and automation devices.

• Troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and associated communication equipment.

• Work with pressure, temperature, level, and flow instrumentation.

• Troubleshoot control valves, transmitters, switches, sensors, and actuators.

• Diagnose electrical, instrumentation, communication, and control-system issues.

• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on automation equipment.

• Support automation associated with wells, tank batteries, separators, compressors, pumps, SWDs, and other production equipment.

• Assist with new equipment installations, startups, commissioning, and system upgrades.

• Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and control schematics.

• Document repairs, maintenance activities, equipment changes, and troubleshooting findings.

• Respond to field callouts and automation-related production issues as needed.

• Follow all company safety procedures and applicable electrical and operational standards.

Qualifications:

• Previous automation, instrumentation, I&E, or controls experience within oil and gas production required.

• Experience troubleshooting PLCs, RTUs, SCADA, and field instrumentation.

• Working knowledge of electrical and electronic control systems.

• Ability to troubleshoot automation issues independently in a field environment.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between field locations as required.

• Ability to work outdoors and respond to callouts when necessary.

• High School Diploma or GED equiavelent required.
• Must meet conditional job offer requirements.