Automation Foreman

Overview

QB Energy is a Denver-based upstream natural gas company committed to delivering value through responsible acquisition, development, and production that benefits both shareholders and stakeholders by operating efficiently, sustainably, and with cutting-edge technology. QB Energy operates in the Piceance Basin of Western Colorado, currently operating about 400,000 net acres. The company develops and operates upstream gathering, compression, processing, and fractionation assets, with a focus on safety, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.

Initiatives such as zero-flaring, methane emissions reduction, water recycling, and wildlife mitigation help minimize footprint while maximizing long-term value.

Job Summary

The Automation Foreman is a field leadership role responsible for the day-to-day supervision of a team of Automation Technicians supporting upstream oil and gas production. This position provides direct field oversight of wellsite instrumentation, pressure and level monitoring equipment, electronic control devices, burner management systems, remote terminal units (RTUs), chemical injection systems, communication systems and radio/microwave communications infrastructure. The Automation Foreman ensures that data is reliably transmitted from the wellsite through radio and microwave networks into QB Energy’s primary servers, and that all automation systems operate safely, accurately, and in compliance with regulatory and company standards.

Field Leadership & Team Supervision

• Provide direct, day-to-day field supervision of a crew of Automation Technicians.
• Assign daily work priorities, coordinate crew schedules, and ensure efficient coverage across all active wellsite locations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and technical escalation for field crew members.
• Report crew performance, progress, and field conditions to the Operations Manager on a regular basis.

Wellsite Instrumentation & Monitoring Systems

• Oversee installation, commissioning, calibration, and maintenance of wellsite equipment.
• Direct field activities related to tank level monitoring systems, including float/displacer transmitters, ultrasonic level devices, and associated wiring.
• Supervise the installation and troubleshooting of Electronic Control Devices (ECDs), including plunger lift controllers and well optimization equipment.
• Oversee operation, setup, and maintenance of Burner Management Systems (BMS) at production facilities and wellsites, ensuring safe ignition control and flame monitoring compliance.
• Ensure all instrumentation is properly scaled, ranged, and documented in accordance with QB Energy standards.

RTU & Communications Infrastructure

• Oversee the installation, programming, and maintenance of wellsite Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), including Fisher ROCs, Auto Pilots, and similar field controllers.
• Supervise radio and microwave communications systems, including MDS iNet-II, Trans Net, 9810, and 9710X radios, ensuring reliable data transmission from the wellsite to company servers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve communications outages, data gaps, and signal integrity issues impacting SCADA and data historian performance.
• Verify that data from all wellsite assets is flowing correctly through the radio and microwave network into QB Energy’s primary servers and SCADA platform (Cyg Net).
• Support configuration of HMI/SCADA screens and alarm setpoints at the field level as directed.

Safety, Compliance & Standards

• Enforce QB Energy’s safety policies, field procedures, and regulatory requirements on all work performed by the crew.
• Conduct pre-job safety briefings (JSAs) and ensure all crew members are equipped with appropriate PPE.
• Ensure compliance with BLM measurement standards and data integrity requirements applicable to wellsite automation.

Project & Maintenance Support

• Coordinate crew participation in capital projects, wellsite tie-ins, facility upgrades, and system commissioning activities.
• Support preventive maintenance scheduling and execution for all wellsite automation assets.
• Communicate project status, scheduling conflicts, and resource needs to the Operations Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisor Duties

• Direct supervision of QB Energy Automation Technicians
• Participate in onboarding, field training, and skills development for team members
• Approve daily timecards and coordinate on-call and callout scheduling within the crew.
• Provide input to the Operations Manager on crew performance, training needs, and personnel matters.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Accredited one- or two-year technical diploma in instrumentation, electronics, or a related field preferred

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in upstream oil and gas automation, instrumentation, or I&E maintenance.
• Prior field leadership or crew lead experience strongly preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to lead a small field crew with clear direction and accountability.
• Strong…