Automation Technician (Kittanning, PA)

Exxon Mobil; Kittanning (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Savings Plan

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

ExxonMobil is seeking an Automation Technician to install, repair, and maintain instrumentation and automation systems for Oil and Gas operations. You will work in a team, on call, and support field assets across multiple locations.

Ideal candidates have 5 years of IC&E/Automation experience or an associate’s degree in Instrumentation/Controls/Electrical Systems, with PLC ladder logic knowledge and experience with Rosemount RTUs.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as an IC&E Technician, Automation Technician or an associate’s degree in Instrumentation, Controls or Electrical Systems.
• Basic understanding of the process of Oil Field Delivery Systems from Well Pad to Tank Battery to Central Delivery.
• PLC knowledge including ladder logic (Modicon and Allen-Bradley).
• Experience with Rosemount 107 and 800 series RTUs.
• Experience with transmitters and Hart protocol is a plus.
• Knowledge of control valves and positioners and control loops.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot all field instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot control and electrical systems (RTUs, transmitters, control wiring).
• Troubleshoot control networks for Well Pads and Tank Battery (HART, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, network switches, fiber, cellular).
• Work safely around instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Work five days a week (Monday–Friday) with on-call responsibilities including weekends.

Skills

IC&E Technician

Automation Technician

Ladder logic

PLC knowledge

Hart protocol

Transmitters

Control valves

Positioners

Control loops

Education

Associate's degree in Instrumentation, Controls or Electrical Systems

Tools

Rosemount RTUs 107/800

Job description

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For well over a century, ExxonMobil has been at the heart of creating and growing a modern world. We embrace the power and promise of technology, pushing the boundaries of what\'s possible. For billions around the world, lives are better and last longer because of the innovative problem solving and reliable energy we provide. And when it comes to developing industrial solutions to reduce carbon emissions, ExxonMobil is truly the leader.

We don't stop at \"good enough.\" We are committed to doing what's right, even if it's difficult or unpopular. We hold ourselves to high standards, challenge what's possible and invest in innovation to meet society's critical needs.

Real change begins with bold questions, drive, and ambition. Here, your talent, determination and contributions shape how far you'll go and the impact you'll make along the way.

Our future success depends on exceptional people. We invest in developing talent through meaningful work, challenging assignments, mentorship, and experiences that help build the next generation of leaders.

Our Culture

We are uniquely ExxonMobil. Integrity, care, excellence, resilience and courage, these core values determine how we work every day. At ExxonMobil, our values aren't just words— they're how we show up, focused on delivering the right answer, the right way, every day.

What role you will play on our team

• An Automation Technician is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of instrumentation and automation systems for Oil and Gas operations.


• Automation Technician will have on call responsibilities and work in a team environment.

What you will do

• Troubleshoot all field and Station Instrumentation


• Troubleshoot Control and Electrical systems. (RTUs, transmitters, control wiring)


• Troubleshoot control networks for Well Pads & Tank Battery. ( HART, ModBus, Ethernet I/P, Network Switches, Fiber optics, Cellular)


• Works Safely around instrumentation and electrical systems


• Work 5 days a week Monday thru Friday with times being on call (including weekends)

About you

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• 5 years of experience as an IC&E Technician, Automation Technician or an associate’s degree in Instrumentation, Controls or Electrical Systems


• Basic understanding of the Process of Oil Field Delivery Systems from Well Pad to Tank Battery to Central Delivery


• PLC knowledge; including ladder logic (Modicon and Allen Bradleya plus)


• Experience with Rosemount 107 and 800 series RTU’s


• Experience with transmitters and Hart protocol a plus


• Knowledge of control valves and positioners


• Knowledge of control loops

Job Requirements

• Ability to plan daily work activities in accordance with established Company and Regulatory procedures


• Ability to communicate (read, write, and speak) effectively


• Ability to operate hand tools or other equipment to accomplish assigned tasks


• Able to use Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)


• Demonstrated ability to maintain a consistent safe work ethic


• Must be willing and able to attend/complete required training courses


• Must be willing and able to work in small team environments


• Must be willing and able to work in various locations, both indoors and outdoors, in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures


• Must have safe driving skills


• Must possess a valid \"driver\'s license\"

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

We offer you:

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.


• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.


• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.


• Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.


• Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law and local collective bargaining agreements.

Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh
Job Segment: Gas, Gas Technician, Instrumentation, Oil Field, Electrical, Energy, Engineering