Automation Technician

Pneumatech Safety Systems, Inc.; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Sick time

Per Diem

Job summary

Pneumatech Safety Systems, Inc. in Texas is seeking an experienced technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation, instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems at oil and gas production facilities.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, working with PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, and SCADA equipment, and performing preventive maintenance and field service calls. Strong teamwork and adherence to safety policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Must speak, write and read English fluently.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening; subject to random drug testing.
• Capable of physical duties in outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, and SCADA equipment.
• Install, calibrate, and repair pressure, temperature, level, and flow instrumentation.
• Diagnose electrical and control-system failures involving relays, sensors, transmitters, and wiring.
• Install and maintain motors, VFDs, and electrical distribution equipment.
• Read electrical schematics, loop drawings, one-line diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Terminate, test, and label power, control, instrumentation wiring.
• Perform preventive maintenance and operational testing of automation gear.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial networks and remote monitoring systems.
• Document work, equipment condition, results, and repairs needed.
• Follow electrical codes, safety policies, and lockout/tagout rules.
• Coordinate with operations to minimize downtime and restore safe operation.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Team communication

Strong work ethic

Microsoft Office

Overtime readiness

Travel/rotation willingness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automation, instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems at oil and gas production facilities.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, communication devices, control panels, and SCADA-related equipment.
• Install, calibrate, and repair pressure, temperature, level, and flow instrumentation.
• Diagnose electrical and control-system failures involving relays, sensors, transmitters, switches, power supplies, and wiring.
• Install and maintain motors, motor controls, VFDs, soft starters, disconnects, transformers, and electrical distribution equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, loop drawings, one-line diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Install, terminate, test, and label power, control, instrumentation, and communication wiring.
• Perform preventive maintenance and operational testing on electrical and automation equipment.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks and cellular or radio-based remote monitoring systems.
• Document completed work, equipment condition, test results, materials used, and recommended repairs.
• Follow applicable electrical codes, customer requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and company safety policies.
• Coordinate with operations personnel to minimize downtime and return equipment to safe, reliable operation.

Key Essential Qualifications

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
• Ability to work well with others and effectively communicate in a team environment to accomplish customer and team goals.
• Strong work ethic and ability to operate with minimal supervision.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and able to respond to call outs.
• Ability to work away from home on scheduled rotations as needed.

Education, Experience and Skills Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Must speak write and read English fluently.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and is subject to random drug testing.
• Must be capable to physical duties in outdoor environment.

Job Type

Full-time

Work Location

In person

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental/Health/Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• Per Diem

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability