Advance Automation Technician

Commander Automation & Oilfield Services; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander Automation & Oilfield Services is seeking a field technician to support oil and gas operations in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The role emphasizes automation, instrumentation, SCADA monitoring, and on-site maintenance of PLCs and related equipment.

The position requires hands-on work outdoors, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems in a technically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with installing, troubleshooting, and repairing PLCs in field settings.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety and reliable field operations.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs and related equipment in oilfield sites.
• Work with multiple PLC brands and industrial instrumentation.
• Perform field maintenance and support continuous operation.

Skills

Field maintenance

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Fisher ROCS

Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Control Expert

IDEC PLC

Emerson Rosemount devices

Job description

This opportunity supports oil and gas operations in CarlsbadNew Mexico, with a focus on automation, instrumentation, SCADA monitoring, and field-based maintenance activities. The role offers hands-on involvement with PLC components, communication systems, wired and wireless transmitters, and operational troubleshooting in a technically demanding environment. This position will suit candidates who are confident working outdoors, committed to safety, and motivated to contribute to reliable field operations.

• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs, Allen-Bradley, Fisher ROCs, Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Control Expert (formerly Unity Pro), IDEC PLC, Emerson Rosemount devices, and related equipment.