The Automation Technician is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and programming automation systems that monitor and control oil and gas production operations. This role ensures optimal performance of field devices, communication systems, and process control systems to support safe and efficient operations. The technician works closely with operations, engineering, and SCADA teams to resolve automation issues and implement system improvements.

• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all field instrumentation, control systems, analyzers and electrical equipment. 

• Responsible for prompt and accurate diagnosis of minor problems and the implementation of corrective action.
• Consult directly with equipment vendors on problems for resolution as necessary. 

• Coordinate and conduct well maintenance activities on wells and batteries for new installs/upgrades and recurring problems where root cause cannot be identified by Well Tech. 

• Coordinate and conduct maintenance activities on end devices to include pre-programming of transmitters with hart communicator and ensure data accuracy on all fluid and gas measurement meters. 

• Conduct in depth failure analysis on repeat equipment failures. 

• Implement design for wells within guidelines of automation standards. 

• Respond and provide automation support during all outages. 

• Work off of assigned schedule and maintain zero out of compliance work orders. 

• Provide analytical support on problem wells.

• Provide input on new technologies.

• Assist other technicians during storm outages to bring wells back online. 

• Working knowledge of SPOC. 

• Able to perform general PM work: testing end devices, temperature shutdowns, pressure switches, and level shutdowns. 

• Conduct evaluation tests on valves, motors, instruments, etc. 

• Knowledge of RTUs.
• Understanding of digital and analog I/O, programming, and troubleshooting. 

• Must be proficient in troubleshooting using loop drawing, schematics, ladder logic, electrical one-line, and P&I drawings. 

• Proficient in maintaining process control loops, electronic controls, valves, and transmitters. 

• 3+ years of experience in automation, instrumentation, or controls in oil and gas operations

• Proficient in troubleshooting and configuring PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Schneider, Siemens)

• Experience with RTUs, HMIs, and SCADA systems (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition, ClearSCADA)

• Strong knowledge of communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet, serial, radio, cellular)

• Familiarity with field devices such as pressure/temperature transmitters, level controllers, and motor-operated valves

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and P&ID drawings

• Understanding of safety standards and hazardous area classifications

• Must be able to meet all conditional job offer requirements including background, drug, MVR, agility and fit for duty.

• Physical Requirements - Must be able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending stooping is required. Ability to work in outside environment during all seasons and weather conditions. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

• Understanding of importance of environmental and safe work practices.