Instrument & Electrical Technician

Instrument & Electrical Technician Job Summary

The I & E Technician will work directly with field operators, production personnel, engineers, contractors, and roustabouts to provide technical support and assistance for safety systems, control system, metering, and data collection. This position includes the planning, implementation, and maintenance of various integrated systems utilized to monitor and control the movement, storage, and distribution of oil, gas, and water products.

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation, control circuits, and equipment related to natural gas processes such as compression, dehydration, measurement, transmission, and storage of natural gas.
• Mount, wire, connect, test, configure, and program instruments and devices.
• Perform routine calibration and functional testing of process instruments and devices.
• Document calibration data collected during inspections using remote monitoring systems.
• Verify data communication systems that provide real‑time process and alarm information to operators and administrators.
• Utilize equipment such as laptops, multimeters, instrument/device communicators, and device software for troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain interactive work relationships to accurately and effectively complete job responsibilities.
• Direct, advise, instruct, inspect, support, and/or assist contractors and employees in the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of assets.
• Ensure regulatory and compliance standards are met.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

• Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and principles.
• Knowledge of measurement devices (Pressure, Flow, Temperature, Moisture, Vibration, Speed, Density, Level) and ability to calibrate the same.
• Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), Human Machine Interface (HMI), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Knowledge of Ethernet communications equipment.
• Knowledge of valves and positioners.
• Knowledge of pneumatic control systems and devices.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and National Bureau of Standards.
• Knowledge of transmitter calibration and tolerance standards.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of cloud‑based software programs and the ability to interpret control system software for diagnostic troubleshooting.
• Ability to use computers, iPhones, iPads, and office equipment.
• Ability to pass electrical, electronic, and pneumatic equipment, and digital equipment troubleshooting tests.
• Ability to operate diagnostic equipment (multimeter, Trex device, Hart communicator with PC, etc.).
• Ability to interpret installation specifications, wiring schematics, instrument drawings, and component diagrams.
• Ability to define specifications and requisition instrumentation and control equipment.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw conclusions.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to complete projects assigned with the necessary follow‑up within deadlines.

• Employment is contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a pre‑placement drug test, random drug testing, and a motor vehicle record check.

Requirements include climbing vessel ladders and working at heights up to 25 feet; walking, standing, and navigating uneven rural terrain; working in environments of extreme temperatures (heat, cold, dust); manually opening and closing valves; operating pipe wrenches and other oilfield tools; exposure to loud noise, occupational hazards, or outdoor elements; climbing stairs, ladders, and walkways associated with oilfield environments; seeing, talking, and hearing;

using hands and fingers; standing, walking, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; lifting up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and 75–100 lbs. occasionally.

Work occurs in both a professional office environment and a field environment, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, iPads, iPhones, laptops, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Field work…