Automation Technician

NFM Consulting LLC; Pecos (TX); Vor Ort; USD 114.616.000 - 128.943.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Company-provided truck

Fuel expenses fully covered

Company housing available

Ample overtime opportunities

Continuing education and professional

Zusammenfassung

NFM Consulting LLC is seeking an Automation Technician to own and resolve field automation challenges across Pecos, Fort Stockton, and surrounding West Texas areas. You’ll install, troubleshoot, and program systems at multiple sites, reading ladder logic and coordinating with SCADA/IT for seamless integration.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in automation, including oil and gas, a strong safety record, and the ability to work independently on a hitch schedule.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in automation/instrumentation; oil and gas experience preferred
• Field-based, hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance
• Strong safety record and adherence to protocols
• Willingness to hitch-schedule across West Texas sites

Aufgaben

• Maintain, troubleshoot, install, and program automation systems at field locations
• Perform PLC programming across IDEC, Fisher ROC, ABB, Allen-Bradley, and Redline HMI
• Read/write ladder logic for IDEC PLCs
• Calibrate and repair instrumentation and electrical equipment
• Submit reports and coordinate with operations and SCADA/IT teams

Kenntnisse

Automation

Instrumentation

Time management

Safety compliance

Self-prioritization

Tools

IDEC WindLDR

Fisher ROC

ABB

Allen-Bradley

Redline HMI

OEMTech Ladder Logic

SCADA HMIs

VFDs

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Pecos, TX, Fort Stockton, TX, and Surrounding Areas

THE ROLE

NFM Consulting is looking for a seasoned Automation Technician who takes full ownership of their work — someone who walks onto a site, reads the situation, and solves the problem. You will be embedded in West Texas field operations supporting well sites, SWDs, compressor stations, and tank batteries across the Permian Basin. This is a hitch-schedule position requiring strong field judgment, time management, and the ability to work independently across multiple locations.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Maintain, troubleshoot, install, and program automation systems at field locations including well sites, SWDs, compressor stations, and tank batteries
• Perform PLC programming and troubleshooting across IDEC, Fisher ROC, ABB, Allen Bradley, Redline HMI, OEMTech, and pressure transmitters
• Read and write ladder logic with primary proficiency in IDEC PLCs
• Perform calibration, maintenance, and repairs on instrumentation, communication, and electrical equipment
• Execute planned maintenance checks and submit all required reports in a timely manner
• Coordinate with operations, SCADA/IT, and engineering teams to ensure system integration and performance

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must have demonstrated, hands-on proficiency with the following:

Strong ROC Skills Required

• Fisher ROC (807/809), Roclink
• IDEC (WindLDR)
• ABB
• Total Flow (Winccu)
• Redline HMI
• OEMTech Ladder Logic Programming
• SCADA (any platform) HMIs and VFDs
• Pressure Transmitters P&ID and C&E Drawings
• Cell modems, radios, network switches Electrical systems troubleshooting

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years in automation/instrumentation; 3+ years in oil and gas required
• Experience in instrumentation, electronics technology, or equivalent field experience
• Strong time management and the ability to self-prioritize across multiple sites
• Solid safety record — adherence to field safety protocols is non-negotiable
• Hitch-schedule availability in West Texas

JOB PERKS

• Company-provided truck
• Fuel expenses fully covered
• Company housing available
• Ample overtime opportunities
• Continuing education and professional development

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

About NFM Consulting LLC — Founded in 2017, NFM delivers precision solutions in automation, instrumentation, power, SCADA, and data systems for the energy industry. We operate lean, move fast, and do the work right. www.nfmconsulting.com

Job Type: Full-time

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

NFM is not working with recruitment agencies at this time.