Automation Technician

Salary :

$40 - 55 hourly

Company : Rwdy

Job Type : Full Time

Killdeer, Nd

Job Description - Automation Technician

Job Title: Automation Technician
Location: Killdeer, ND
Schedule: Monday–Friday with rotational on-call support
Target Pay Rate:

Non-Licensed: $40/hr
Journeyman’s License: $55/hr
(TERO not required)

Position Overview
The Automation Technician is a hands-on field role responsible for installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining instrumentation, automation, and control systems in plant and field environments. This position requires strong technical capability, outdoor field work, and participation in an on-call rotation to support after-hours operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot plant and field instrumentation and automation equipment
Read and interpret loop drawings and P&IDs for control device installation and troubleshooting
Maintain and troubleshoot instruments and end devices under 50V (transmitters, guided wave radar, valves, switches, sensors, etc.)
Troubleshoot and maintain communication equipment (radio systems, network switches, etc.)
Support PLC, RTU, and HMI systems including:
- Allen Bradley PLCs
- ROC 827
- FB3000
- Various HMIs
Participate in rotational on-call schedule and respond to after-hours operational issues as required

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong hands-on instrumentation and automation experience
Ability to read and follow loop drawings and P&IDs
Experience troubleshooting low-voltage instrumentation (<50V)
Experience with industrial communication systems and networking equipment
Working knowledge of PLCs, RTUs, and HMIs
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently in outdoor field environments
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Equipment & Tools
Provided by XTO:

Laptop
Cell phone
Specialty calibration equipment (as required)
General PPE:
- Hard hat
- Safety toe boots
- FR clothing
- Impact-resistant gloves
- Ice cleats
- 4-gas monitor
- 5-minute escape pack with mask (current fit test required)
- Fall arrest harness

Provided by Contractor/Vendor:

General hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers, sockets, wrenches)
Fluke multimeter
Emerson AMS Trex Device Communicator (or equivalent)

Transportation:

Agency-provided ½-ton truck

Additional Notes

On-call participation is mandatory per rotation schedule
Vacation requests must be submitted to area supervisor for approval
Outdoor work in varying weather conditions is required

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