Instrument & Electrical Technician

INSTRUMENT AND ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN I

The Instrument and Electrical Technician I will work as a part of the I&E Team and larger IT field support group. This position will interface daily with other teams from the IT department including the SCADA and Internal Measurement teams as well as Field Operations and Engineering support teams. The qualified individual will provide field level technical support in the design, installation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all oil and gas facility process equipment.

Special focus to be placed on:

• Oil and gas industry experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat, and other computer proficiency required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with company management, engineering, and operations staff.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, prioritize work schedules and focus attention on details.
• Able to multi‑task and prioritize work to achieve critical timelines.
• Ability to work safely in challenging environments, including, and not limited to high temperature, noise, dust, and other industrial / oilfield locations.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates or technical degree in instrumentation, automation, or process controls is preferred (will consider equivalent experience).
• Oil and gas automation experience.
• Basic understanding of different instruments, communication protocols (Hart, Modbus), configuration software packages, and test devices.
• Basic understanding of wireless networks including radios, cellular modems, switches, routers, and other network gear (ex. Sierra Wireless, Freewave, MDS, Fortinet, etc.).
• Ability to connect to and troubleshoot RTU and/or PLC programs (ex. Fisher ROC / Floboss, ABB, Bristol Control Wave, Modicon, Allen Bradley, etc.).
• Ability to open, load, and deploy local HMI programs (ex. Beijer, Red Lion, Pro Face, Panel View, etc.).
• Basic knowledge and experience troubleshooting and repairing multiple types of artificial lift equipment (ex. Plunger, POC, ESP).
• Ability to troubleshoot and work on electrical equipment from 12 VDC – 600 VAC.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of SCADA platforms (Cygnet preferred).

• Must be able to move or traverse from one location on the job site to another, including the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and occasionally ascend/descend ladders or uneven terrain.
• Ability to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, and assess driving operations effectively.
• Ability to operate a 4X4 vehicle.
• Must be able to repetitively move or position feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, and back, constantly operating and positioning hands and fingers in performance of work.
• Must be able to work atop elevated surfaces and traverse various heights.
• Lifts or carries 70 lbs. or more, which falls into the "Very heavy" category (over 50 pounds).
• Frequently pushes and pulls with a maximum force of 150 ft./lbs.
• Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions and is exposed to varying environmental conditions, including well site conditions.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record.
• This position involves operating a company vehicle for work‑related travel or receiving a stipend for operating a personal vehicle for company use; adherence to all traffic laws and company vehicle policies is required.
• Candidates must be eligible to be insured under the company's vehicle insurance policy.