Telemetry Technician
Listed on 2025-10-31
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician
Position Summary
The Telemetry Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of a broad range of annunciator panels and control systems used in natural gas compression and related fields. This role ensures the reliability and accuracy of critical equipment that monitors pressure, flow, temperature, and level control, supporting safe and efficient operations in compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Direct, coordinate, and perform job activities in accordance with company procedures, goals, and objectives.
- Install, test, and maintain panels and control equipment, including pressure, flow, temperature, and level transmitters.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair panels and control system failures to maximize uptime and maintain production continuity.
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on panels and control devices.
- Configure, test, and verify Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems.
- Assist with start‑up activities for new locations and equipment upgrades.
- Interpret and work from P&IDs, loop diagrams, and wiring schematics.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records in compliance with company standards.
- Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to resolve issues and optimize performance.
- Attend all EH&S meetings and ensure adherence to all EH&S protocols.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical diploma, trade certification, or associate degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or a related field (encouraged).
- Minimum 1 year of experience in instrumentation within oil & gas, petrochemical, or related heavy industry (preferred).
- Experience with Altronic, Murphy, and Emit systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
- Strong commitment to safety, with knowledge of industry standards (OSHA).
- Valid Driver’s License with a motor vehicle record (MVR) within acceptable parameters.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Regular schedule of 40 hours per week with shifts including evenings, overnights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays; additional availability for overtime and on‑call rotations.
- Operation of heavy equipment and ability to stand up to 75% of the time, sit up to 25% of the time, and climb ladders or stairs while maintaining balance.
- Communication with coworkers, customers, and emergency crews in person and on the phone, including use of mobile devices.
- Frequent lifting of at least 10 pounds, infrequent lifting of over 50 pounds.
- Exposure to high noise environments above 85 dB(A) with ear protection.
- Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals and outdoor conditions with extreme heat and cold.
- Work in tight and confined spaces requiring stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
- Use of PPE such as fire‑retardant clothing, hard hats, face shields, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel‑toed boots.
- Frequent typing and use of office equipment such as a computer, printer, copier, and telephone.
Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Oil and Gas
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