Automation Technician I

Select Water Solutions; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation & Holidays

401K match

Uniform allowance

Referral bonus

Paid training

Job summary

Select Water Solutions is seeking an Automation Technician to install, set up, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical automation devices in the field. The role supports the operations team, with training responsibilities and collaboration to ensure correct usage of systems.

The position requires 3+ years in automation, reading electrical diagrams, a valid driver’s license, and strong English communication. Travel is involved; safety and documentation are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant experience in automation or oilfield settings.
• Able to read electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR.
• English literacy and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, wire, and troubleshoot automation devices in the field.
• Repair and service automation equipment.
• Provide on-site training to supervisors and field personnel.
• Maintain SOP adherence and document work.

Skills

English proficiency

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

SCADA systems

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

• Medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans.
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays.
• Retirement and Savings (401K) Plan with Company match.
• Referral bonus with no cap on amount of referrals.
• Paid Training.

AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN

Job Details

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Business Unit: Disposals

Reports to: Operations Manager

Travel Requirement: Yes

Top Tier Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans.
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays.
• Retirement and Savings (401K) Plan with Company match.
• Annual uniform allowance.
• Referral bonus with no cap on amount of referrals.
• Paid Training.

Job Description

Select’s Automation Technician is a field position focusing primarily on the installation, setup, and repair/troubleshooting of primarily electrical and mechanical automation devices and systems. Additionally, the service technician will work with the operations team to advise and train on proper use of said systems.

Installation/Repair

• Wiring termination of various devices in automation controllers.
• Installation of level, pressure, flow and communication devices.
• Field assembly/repair of various automation equipment.

Quality Assurance and Troubleshooting

• Maintains working understanding of manufacturer guidelines for installation and maintenance of sensitive equipment.
• Reviews work of field personnel and vendors ensuring high quality and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures.

Training

• Provides on-site training to supervisors and field personnel for new processes and technologies.
• Provides on-site and over-the-phone troubleshooting support to supervisors and field personnel on new processes and technologies.
• Provides feedback on work performance and knowledge level of field personnel to automation manager.
• Advises manager on required knowledge and observed knowledge gaps.

Documentation

• Compiles data and generates reports.
• Provides feedback to management on process improvement.

Additional Responsibilities

• Driving trucks and other vehicles to transport equipment, personnel and perform job tasks.
• Attending and successfully completing training as directed for DOT, OSHA and safety.
• Basic data entry into computer systems.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.
• Daily travel to various locations, both in and out of state.
• Field collection of data and/or samples.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Possesses honesty, integrity, and respect for the inviolability of reporting to clients and supervisors.
• Appreciates and cultivates a continuous commitment to safety for self and others.
• Is self-directed and able to work independently on a day-to-day basis while supporting initiatives, targets, and directions from Upper Management.
• General working knowledge of electronics and electrical equipment e.g. level, pressure, flow and communication devices.
• Technical writing.
• Able to read and write at a professional level in English.
• High interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general business etiquette and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft excel.
• Aptitude for explaining complex concepts in an understandable and approachable manner for non-technical audiences.
• 3+ years relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license with clean Motor Vehicle Record and can be approved to drive on company insurance.
• Extensive experience with SCADA equipment preferred.
• General oilfield experience, preferred.

Select Values and Guiding Principles

• W: Working Safe
• A: Accountability
• T: Teamwork
• E: Excellence
• R: Respect

Compensation Information

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Physical Demands and Exposures

• Work is regularly performed in outside weather conditions, including rain and extreme cold and heat, near moving mechanical parts; exposure to high wind, ice, snow, wet and/or humid conditions, vibration, and dust is expected.
• Exposure to noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection.
• Prolonged sitting, standing, walking.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to individually lift: Maximum 50 lbs.

Select Water Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. It is Select’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

Select Water Solutions requires all employees whose jobs may involve environmental compliance to understand and comply with the U.S. Environmental Protections Agency’s Clean Air Act that regulates air emissions from stationary and mobile sources. A copy of the Clean Air Act can be provided to you upon request from Human Resources.

Select Water Solutions participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Select is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Select only uses E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.