Automation Technician I

About the role

Full-time, non-exempt position in the Disposals business unit, reporting to the Operations Manager. Travel is required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage plus life and disability insurance plans
• Paid vacation days and paid holidays
• Retirement and savings (401K) plan with company match
• Annual uniform allowance
• Referral bonus with no cap on number of referrals
• Paid training

Responsibilities

Installation/Repair

• Wiring termination of various devices in automation controllers
• Installation of level, pressure, flow, and communication devices
• Field assembly and repair of various automation equipment

Quality Assurance and Troubleshooting

• Maintain working understanding of manufacturer guidelines for installation and maintenance of sensitive equipment
• Review work of field personnel and vendors ensuring high quality and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures

Training

• Provide on-site training to supervisors and field personnel for new processes and technologies
• Provide on-site and over-the-phone troubleshooting support to supervisors and field personnel on new processes and technologies
• Provide feedback on work performance and knowledge level of field personnel to automation manager
• Advise manager on required knowledge and observed knowledge gaps

Documentation

• Compile data and generate reports
• Provide feedback to management on process improvement

Additional Responsibilities

• Drive trucks and other vehicles to transport equipment, personnel, and perform job tasks
• Attend and successfully complete training as directed for DOT, OSHA, and safety
• Perform basic data entry into computer systems
• Attend meetings and training sessions
• Daily travel to various locations, both in and out of state
• Field collection of data and/or samples

Note: This job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Possesses honesty, integrity, and respect for the inviolability of reporting to clients and supervisors
• Appreciates and cultivates a continuous commitment to safety for self and others
• Self-directed and able to work independently while supporting initiatives, targets, and directions from upper management
• General working knowledge of electronics and electrical equipment (e.g., level, pressure, flow, and communication devices)
• Technical writing ability
• Able to read and write at a professional level in English
• High interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general business etiquette and practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Aptitude for explaining complex concepts in an understandable and approachable manner for non-technical audiences
• 3+ years relevant experience
• Valid driver’s license with clean Motor Vehicle Record and ability to be approved to drive on company insurance
• Extensive experience with SCADA equipment (preferred)
• General oilfield experience (preferred)

Values and Guiding Principles

• W – Working Safe
• A – Accountability
• T – Teamwork
• E – Excellence
• R – Respect

Physical Demands

• Work regularly performed in outside weather conditions, including rain, extreme cold and heat, near moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to high wind, ice, snow, wet and/or humid conditions, vibration, and dust
• Exposure to noise levels requiring hearing protection
• Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to individually lift up to 50 lbs maximum