Automation Technician III/Programmer I

Kids for the Future; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GLX Technologies is seeking an Automation Technician III / PLC Programmer I for a data center project in the Texas Panhandle. The role involves PLC programming, I/O simulation, and collaboration to meet project timelines.

Local candidates preferred but non-local considered. The job requires working with Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and basic networking/IP addressing in a safety-sensitive environment with pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience programming PLC units.
• Experience with constant customer communication, weekly status reports, and project timelines.
• Proficient in Microsoft operating systems and software applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a group setting and be self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Allen Bradley with Studio 5000 v37.
• I/O Simulation.
• Basic Networking/Communication/IP Addressing.

Skills

PLC programming

Studio 5000

Allen-Bradley

I/O simulation

Networking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

GLX Technologies helps Oil & Gas and Water Utility clients optimize operations through automation. Our field services and professional services divisions provide end-to-end solutions—from system design and field integration to final commissioning. We offer both application-specific builds and off-the-shelf control panels to meet diverse needs. By enabling real-time monitoring, control, and data visualization, we drive efficiency, cost reduction, and compliance. With a phased approach to automation, we empower clients to modernize at their own pace, ensuring flexibility, scalability, and long-term sustainability.

We are currently seeking an Automation Technician III / PLC Programmer I for a data center in the Texas Panhandle. Local candidates are preferred, but we are open to hiring non-local candidates.

Functions and Responsibilities:

• Allen Bradley with Studio 5000 v37
• I/O Simulation
• Basic Networking/Communication/IP Addressing

Required Experience/Qualifications:

2+ years’ experience in the following:

• Experience programming PLC units
• Experience with constant customer communication, weekly status reports, and project timelines required.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft operating systems and software applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a group setting, team-oriented, self-motivated, and results-driven.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• GLX Technologies provides a drug-free workplace, and the company will require you to participate in its drug testing program. This will include a pre-employment drug screen.
• GLX Technologies also performs a driving record and 7-Point comprehensive criminal screen on all hires.
• This position is safety sensitive. GLX Technologies also considers driving a safety-sensitive function. A constant state of alertness as an essential job function.
• Legal or illegal, prescribed or non-prescribed, and over-the-counter substances can hinder a state of alertness, and one is not permitted to perform work if one is not able to perform in a constant state of alertness.
• Substances that are deemed legal may contain prohibited substances. These substances can hinder alertness and result in a positive test result. A positive result has adverse consequences.

• GLX Technologies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision‑making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.