Automation Technician

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Under general supervision is responsible for commissioning & startup of Automation equipment.

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Performs all of the job duties required of an Automation Field Service Technician
• Commissioning & Start-up of Automation Equipment to include controllers, VSD’s and end devices
• Coordinate transportation of Automation equipment
• Identify, diagnose and repair causes of failure 
• Troubleshoot and optimize VSDs
• Ability to utilize and understand well monitoring services

EHS REQUIREMENTS:

• Complete all work in a safe manner and follow all safety requirements consistently with supporting the company's TRIR goals
• Follow all environmental requirements consistently with supporting the company's environmental performance goals
• Complete, and actively participate in all of the company's EHS training requirements
• Maintain a clean driving record in accordance with company insurance policy
• Work safely with electricity 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong customer relations skills including the ability to explain and train
• Requires a High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 3-5 years’ automation experience is preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence as required
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Basic hand tool proficiency
• Knowledge of wiring and cabling
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to follow prescribed company policies, procedures, and protocols for installation, service and equipment maintenance
• Basic computer skills required to operate computerized test equipment
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• General electrical knowledge
• Familiarity with lockout/tagout procedures

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to safely bend, reach, kneel, twist, and grip items while working at area.
• Must have the manual dexterity and coordination to operate hand tools and mechanical tools.
• Must be able to work at a fast pace.
• Must be able to tolerate changing priorities, and complete assignments despite frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to respond to visual and oral cues.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment is typically on a customer well site during normal or extended business hours in all weather conditions.

• Indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. Activities occur indoors and outdoors.
• Extreme heat. Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity.
• Hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current or exposure to chemicals.
• Atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
• There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.