Field Controls & Automation Specialist

Schlumberger Limited; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company matching

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

ChampionX, now part of SLB, is seeking a Controls and Automation Field Technician to support Odessa, TX operations. You will work under supervision to install, troubleshoot, and repair I&E equipment and Smarten Controllers, applying your electrical trade knowledge.

This role requires hands-on skills, safety compliance, ability to work unsupervised, and strong customer relations. You will contribute to continuous improvement and documentation, with long hours as needed on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 3 years of experience in Oil & Gas I&E, Automation
• Direct SCADA installation and troubleshooting experience
• Can perform moderately complex repairs and installs independently
• Strong customer relations skills including the ability to explain and train
• Knowledge of proper use of hand tools
• Knowledge of wiring and control theory
• Analytical and problem solving ability
• Ability to follow prescribed company policies, procedures, and protocols for installation, service and equipment maintenance
• Interact politely and professionally with customers and/or coworkers
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers
• Ability to effectively plan and organize
• Follow all safety policies and company-wide safety requirements; encourage action assuring safe behavior; confront unsafe behavior and conditions proactively and positively
• Work in excess of 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week, as required to meet business needs
• Work in an unsupervised environment
• Use a computer to communicate, create, and access data
• Determine the priorities, goals, and objectives of work assigned

Responsibilities

• Works under general supervision to perform moderately complex customer support activities. Assists with on-site installations, check-out, and emergency repairs.
• Uses mastery of electrician trades skills and knowledge to diagnose and solve electrical problems and installation of Smarten Controllers and other related equipment.
• Perform installation and repair of other I&E equipment, encompassing other lift types and products.
• Creates and assembles components and installs them as required.
• Performs preventative maintenance.
• Documents maintenance and repairs as required.
• Interacts fluently with those in other trades and work areas to complete work assignments;
• Contributes to the department continuous improvement culture.
• Knows and complies with all safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains a clean and well-organized work area.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

SCADA installation and troubleshooting

Electrical trades

Wiring and control theory

Customer relations

Analytical thinking

Computer literacy

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Electrical testing equipment

Smarten Controllers

Job description

ChampionX, now part of SLB, is seeking a Controls and Automation Field Technician to support Odessa, TX operations. You will work under supervision to install, troubleshoot, and repair I&E equipment and Smarten Controllers, applying your electrical trade knowledge.

This role requires hands-on skills, safety compliance, ability to work unsupervised, and strong customer relations. You will contribute to continuous improvement and documentation, with long hours as needed on site.