Control Panel Technician - Oil & Gas Automation

Keystone Clearwater Solutions

Weirton (WV)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Medical / Dental / Vision

HSA

Life Insurance & AD&D

Voluntary Life Insurance

401k with Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development

Employee Referrals

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Keystone Clearwater Solutions is seeking a Control Panel Technician for the Weirton, WV area. The role focuses on assembling, maintaining, repairing, and retrofitting WaterForce automation control panels, upgrading legacy systems, and supporting new panel builds.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical skills, experience with CMMS, and the ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams. Local travel and teamwork are expected in a fast-paced oil & gas environment.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED; relevant experience acceptable.
Experience with industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, or control panels.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
Experience with CMMS or similar software.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Assemble, wire, test, repair, and refurbish WaterForce automation control panels and related equipment.
Support new panel builds and modernization projects.
Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and upgrades on automation control systems.
Execute panel retrofits to migrate legacy assets to current hardware and standards.
Maintain detailed repair histories and CMMS documentation; prepare reports on asset repairs and readiness.
Assist with commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support for automation equipment.

Skills

Electrical systems

Schematics interpretation

Documentation

Team communication

CMMS

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLCs

SCADA

Industrial networking

Wiring & panel assembly

UL508A knowledge

Job description

Control Panel Technician - Oil & Gas Automation

Department: Automation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Weirton, WV

Description

The Control Panel Technician plays a key role in the assembly, maintenance, repair, retrofit, and documentation of WaterForce automation controller assets. This position is primarily responsible for upgrading legacy control panels to current hardware and I/O standards while supporting new panel builds and maintaining accurate repair and retrofit records within the company’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

This role will also support troubleshooting and repair activities for industrial control panels, instrumentation, flowmeters, actuated valves, and other automation-related equipment. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and passionate about industrial automation, electrical systems, and equipment reliability.

This role is based out of our Triadelphia, WV shop location.

Responsibilities

Control Panel Assembly & Maintenance

Assemble, wire, test, repair, and refurbish WaterForce automation control panels and related equipment
Support new panel builds and modernization projects
Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and upgrades on automation control systems
Execute panel retrofits to migrate legacy assets to current hardware, communications, and design standards

Automation Asset Reliability

Perform functional testing and quality assurance inspections on automation assets before deployment and after field return
Identify recurring equipment failures and recommend corrective actions to improve fleet reliability
Support standardization initiatives across the WaterForce automation fleet
Assist with development and maintenance of panel wiring standards and build procedures

Documentation & Asset Management

Maintain detailed repair histories, retrofit documentation, and work order records within the CMMS platform
Prepare reports related to asset repairs, fleet readiness, and modernization progress
Maintain accurate asset configuration records and testing documentation
Support inventory tracking, staging, and parts management activities

Instrumentation & Automation Support

Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on flowmeters, instrumentation, actuated valves, and related automation equipment
Support Automation Engineering, Programming, and Field Operations teams with equipment upgrades and special projects
Assist with commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support activities as needed

Continuous Improvement

Recommend improvements to equipment designs, maintenance practices, and fleet standardization efforts
Support implementation of best practices for automation asset management
Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment

Requirements

Required:

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
Experience with industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, or control panels
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
Strong documentation, organizational, and record-keeping skills
Experience working with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or similar software
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Valid Driver’s License

Preferred:

Prior Oil & Gas industry experience
Water Transfer industry experience
Experience with PLCs, industrial networking, and SCADA systems
Experience with industrial control panel assembly and wiring
Experience performing panel retrofits and component replacement projects
Experience working with flowmeters, pressure sensors, valve actuators, and instrumentation
Familiarity with UL508A panel construction practices
Knowledge of Siemens automation products, Ignition SCADA, cellular communications, and industrial automation equipment

Benefits