Automation Technician

About the role

Responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automation, instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems at oil and gas production facilities.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, communication devices, control panels, and SCADA‑related equipment.
• Install, calibrate, and repair pressure, temperature, level, and flow instrumentation.
• Diagnose electrical and control‑system failures involving relays, sensors, transmitters, switches, power supplies, and wiring.
• Install and maintain motors, motor controls, VFDs, soft starters, disconnects, transformers, and electrical distribution equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, loop drawings, one‑line diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Install, terminate, test, and label power, control, instrumentation, and communication wiring.
• Perform preventive maintenance and operational testing on electrical and automation equipment.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks and cellular or radio‑based remote monitoring systems.
• Document completed work, equipment condition, test results, materials used, and recommended repairs.
• Follow applicable electrical codes, customer requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and company safety policies.
• Coordinate with operations personnel to minimize downtime and return equipment to safe, reliable operation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
• Ability to work well with others and effectively communicate in a team environment.
• Strong work ethic and ability to operate with minimal supervision.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and respond to call‑outs.
• Willingness to work away from home on scheduled rotations as needed.
• Must speak, write, and read English fluently.
• Must pass pre‑employment drug screening and be subject to random drug testing.
• Must be capable of physical duties in an outdoor environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• Per diem

Schedule

• Full‑time
• 10‑hour shift, 12‑hour shift, 8‑hour shift, day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On‑call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work location: In‑person.