We are seeking a highly motivated, adaptable individual with a growth mindset who enjoys a dynamic, hands-on, field-based work environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for working in the Permian business unit with other teams to maintain and troubleshoot current instrumentation, automation and communication infrastructure including RTUs, PLCs, gas and liquid metering, transducers, transmitters, well site radios, backhaul systems, and SCADA systems. The technician will take a systematic approach to maintenance and will work to track and eliminate repeat failures. The technician will work with the Permian Engineer teams to upgrade existing systems to improve reliability and to enhance capabilities. Working with the IT and Application teams, they will need to plan, design, obtain approval for, and implement new types of RTUs, data collection tools, control software, etc. Experience with consumer-grade electronics and industrial-grade devices is needed. The technician will cross-train other members of the team to operate and maintain existing and upgraded systems.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate/perform maintenance duties required to maintain operations and regulatory compliance such as: Calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance for electronic and pneumatic instruments, control systems, troubleshooting and repair of medium/low voltage systems and components.
Maintain several platforms of programmable logic controllers (PLC) and SCADA systems including Allen Bradley Control Logix, Modicon, electrical and mechanical systems and equipment such as motors, pumps, switches, measurement, pneumatic controls and end devices, and related input and output devices necessary for plant operations and control.
Assist in and supervise contract operations as required for maintenance and operations.
Coordination of the work with plant and field to optimize throughput, minimize downtime, optimize production, and avoid safety and environmental risks.
Ensure job duties are carried out in a safe manner, with due regard for the environment and in compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.
Ensure that accurate timely data is entered and recorded within computer based preventative and predictive maintenance programs, drawings, procedures and schematics.
Accountable for executing I&E corrective activities in the Permian BU
Responsible for executing modification work in alignment with engineering specifications approved through Management of Change (MOC) process with completion of Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs)
Execute work management process in alignment with WMS prioritization guidance
Embed a culture of operating discipline and quality assurance.
Participate in investigations and integrate lessons learned for project specific applicability
Complete material procurement activities in alignment with procurement, supply chain, and COPAS guidelines
Adhere strictly to Company control of work (COW) and task risk assessment requirements
Share knowledge with co-workers and strive to meet personal and company business goals and objectives
Work effectively with MTL to manage project spend in alignment with cost targets
Remote Transmitting Unit (RTU) types, programming, and troubleshooting
Radio types (serial and ethernet), programming and troubleshooting.
Solar charging systems and troubleshooting.
Batteries and troubleshooting.
Analog Input/Analog Output & Digital Input/Digital Output and troubleshooting.
Multi-Variable Transmitter types and troubleshooting.
Control valves and troubleshooting.
Computer skills and programs - preferably related to SCADA.
Antenna, coax, wiring systems, transmitters, and troubleshooting.
Calibration of transmitters
Wireless communications equipment repair and troubleshooting
PLC / HMI types, programming, and troubleshooting
Working knowledge of the operations of a complete wellsite preferred
Require Qualifications:
Associate degree in industrial instrumentation/automation
8+ years in instrument control, automation, and electrical maintenance/project commissioning in the oil & gas industry.
Strong analytical skills;
Experience with PLC programming - Allen Bradley / Modicon / Scadapack
Experience with PowerBI or other data visualization/analytical tools;
Strong skills using Microsoft Office products;
Motivated, self-starter enthusiastic about affecting change;
Ability to collaborate and build alignment with individuals and within multi-discipline teams.
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
