Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - I&E Technician
Job Duties
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and commission electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems in field and facility environments
- Configure instruments and devices for level, flow, pressure, and temperature, including VFDs, valve actuators, PLCs, and HMI/SCADA systems
- Perform loop checks, functional testing, and calibration of field devices
- Interpret and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs
- Respond to service calls and emergency breakdowns to minimize downtime
- Collaborate with engineers, automation teams, and operators on system upgrades, optimizations, and preventive maintenance
- Maintain detailed work records, service logs, and compliance documentation
- Support spare parts and equipment inventory management
- Promote safe work practices and compliance with company safety programs and industry regulations (NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA)
- Oversee work orders in SAP/MaintainX from initiation to completion
- Promote teamwork, a positive attitude, and a culture of high performance
- Available for out-of-town and overnight assignments
- Perform other maintenance duties as requested
Required Skills
- A High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years of instrumentation and control system experience in oil & gas, chemical, or process industries
- Hands-on experience with smart field devices (Emerson/Rosemount, Micro Motion, VEGA, Endress+Hauser)
- Familiarity with Allen-Bradley and other control platforms (hardware and system support)
- Experience with HMI/SCADA systems (Ignition & PanelView preferred)
- Working knowledge of signal types (4–20 mA, HART, Modbus, etc.) and communication protocols
- Strong troubleshooting skills for wiring, loop integrity, and device communications
- Knowledge of safety procedures, lockout/tagout, and hazardous area classifications
Preferred Skills
- Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, or Automation
- Experience with CMMS such as SAP & MaintainX
- NFPA 70E Certification
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- 401(k)
- Profit sharing
- Vacation
- Holidays
- Sick leave
- Life insurance
- Dental and long-term disability insurance
Pay
Competitive pay scale of $35-$49 per hour with a travel premium of an additional $5 per hour on top of your base pay.
Schedule
Enjoy a stable 40-hour workweek with a flexible schedule - work four 10-hour days (4/10s) from late spring to early fall, giving you long weekends!
Weekend and after-hours callouts periodically occur, but overall travel typically follows a Monday-through-Friday schedule, allowing you to enjoy your evenings and weekends.
Plus, with the potential for over 300 hours of overtime annually, you'll have ample opportunities to refine your expertise.
Travel
This position requires up to 75% travel. Trip duration is capped at 2 weeks for the rare jobs that extend through the weekend.
About the Role
Embrace the opportunity to grow with a company that champions integrity and selfless leadership. Your path to empowerment starts here!
Qualifications
Join the Ergon team and help us achieve our goals. If you're passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you!
Company Culture
Ergon supports employees' professional growth, empowers them to lead, innovate, and serve, and embraces Selfless Leadership by focusing on the greater good. Make a Difference as an I&E Technician
Core Values
- Empowered Service: Together, we're committed to delivering unparalleled service. We do what's right, provide solutions, and foster stronger relationships with our teams and customers. Employee safety is our top priority and the first consideration in all aspects of our service.
- Selfless Leadership: We lead with compassion and put those around us before ourselves. We don't say we're experts; we demonstrate it through technical expertise, category innovation, and care for what we do. We call this selfless leadership.
- Purposeful Growth: We believe employee and company growth go hand in hand. We build our legacy together to ensure future success through purposeful growth. The company has continually reinvested tremendously back into the business, not just growing for the sake of growing but growing carefully and strategically.
- Respectful Relationships: Together, we foster a culture of respect, acceptance, and diversity of ideas and people. Our differences make us stronger. We're united by our shared values, constantly forging respectful relationships.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an EEO/AAP employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.