Automation Technician - Field Troubleshooter & Trainer

TETRA Technologies, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TETRA Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Automation Technician for its Energy Services division. You will implement, test, maintain, and repair automation equipment, diagnose faults, optimize performance, and ensure safety compliance in field operations.

Travel up to 20% and potential relocation may be required. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with 1–3 years instrumentation experience; valid driver’s license and vocational training preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of instrumentation experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Travel up to 20% and willingness to relocate.
• Valid driver's license; vocational training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose energy services systems.
• Optimize equipment performance and maintain safety compliance.
• Provide training as required.

Skills

Instrumentation experience

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

SCADA

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Diagnostic tools

Pumps & automation

Maintenance tooling

Job description

TETRA Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Automation Technician for its Energy Services division. You will implement, test, maintain, and repair automation equipment, diagnose faults, optimize performance, and ensure safety compliance in field operations.

Travel up to 20% and potential relocation may be required. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with 1–3 years instrumentation experience; valid driver’s license and vocational training preferred.