Automation Technician I

DistributionNOW; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)/ Retirement savings

Comprehensive Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation/holidays

Friendly work environment

Job summary

DistributionNOW seeks an Automation Technician I to support installation and preventative maintenance of industrial control and automation systems. Under supervision, you perform basic wiring, inspections, panel prep, equipment cleaning, and troubleshooting while learning from senior personnel and upholding safety and quality standards.

This role emphasizes on-site collaboration across control panels, PLC cabinets, sensors, and field wiring.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of control panels, PLC cabinets, sensors, and field wiring.
• Willingness to learn diagnostic tools and basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to assist senior personnel and perform routine duties under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic preventive maintenance on control panels, PLC cabinets, sensors, and field wiring.
• Assist with installation of automation components, instrumentation, and control hardware.
• Support cable routing, conduit work, terminations, labeling, and panel preparation.
• Conduct equipment cleaning, visual inspections, and basic documentation updates.
• Learn to use diagnostic tools, test meters, and basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Assist in resolving simple wiring or component issues under direction.
• Complete service reports and maintain accurate work documentation.
• Follow safety procedures and company standards.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Documentation

Safety procedures

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Test meters

Job description

At DNOW, we believe our associates are the best in the business. We value and reward hardworking, creative, and dedicated employees that desire to be part of a team committed to outstanding customer service.

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The Automation Technician I supports the installation and preventative maintenance of industrial control and automation systems. Performs basic wiring, inspections, panel preparation, equipment cleaning, and troubleshooting under supervision while assisting senior personnel and following safety and quality standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performing basic preventative maintenance on control panels, PLC cabinets, sensors, and field wiring
• Assisting with installation of automation components, instrumentation, and control hardware
• Supporting cable routing, conduit work, terminations, labeling, and panel preparation
• Conducting equipment cleaning, visual inspections, and basic documentation updates
• Learning to use diagnostic tools, test meters, and basic troubleshooting techniques
• Assisting in resolving simple wiring or component issues under direction
• Completing service reports and maintaining accurate work documentation
• Following all safety procedures and company standards

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to assist senior personnel and perform routine duties under close supervision
• Willingness to learn diagnostic tools, test meters, and basic troubleshooting techniques
• Basic understanding of control panels, PLC cabinets, sensors, and field wiring (or willingness to learn)
• Ability to support installation activities including cable routing, conduit work, and terminations
• Strong attention to detail for documentation, labeling, and reporting
• Ability to follow safety procedures and company standards at all times
• Commitment to foundational skill development and progression to higher-level automation responsibilities

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary + bonus
• 401(k)/ Retirement savings
• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage)
• Career growth opportunities
• Friendly work environment
• Paid vacation/holidays

At DNOW we know that our greatest asset is our employees. With approximately 200 locations worldwide, DNOW is growing and so are the employment opportunities. We offer a multitude of disciplines and professions within the company and we invite you to view these opportunities. DNOW is an industry leading provider of pipe, valves and valve automation, fittings, instrumentation, mill and industrial supplies, tools, safety supplies, electrical products, drilling and production equipment, artificial lift, pumps, fabricated equipment, and industrial paints and coatings to the upstream, midstream, and downstream and industrial markets. We also offer supply chain solutions such as procurement, inventory, warehouse management logistics, safety and turnaround support services, project management, and business process and performance metrics reporting.