Field Controls & Automation Supervisor

Keystone Clearwater Solutions; Barnesville (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Medical / Dental / Vision coverage

Health savings account (HSA)

Company Paid Life Insurance and Acci &

Job summary

Keystone Clearwater Solutions in Barnesville, OH is seeking an Automation Supervisor to lead a team of Field Automation Technicians and oversee installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated water transfer systems. This hands-on leadership role requires a strong electrical, instrumentation, and controls background, plus experience in field installations and commissioning.

The role is based out of our Triadelphia, WV Automation shop with travel across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in oil & gas or industrial automation with fieldwork.
• Strong electrical, instrumentation, or controls background.
• Working knowledge of sensors, telemetry, IP networking, and SCADA/PLC systems.
• Proven leadership ability with team supervision or lead technician experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Ability to travel regionally and work under pressure; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of automation technicians and provide field support.
• Coordinate rig-ups, rig-downs, and troubleshoot sensors, electrical equipment, and telemetry.
• Provide technical leadership on automation controls and diagnostics.
• Train and mentor technicians on procedures, safety, and equipment use.
• Liaise with operations and customers to meet and document expectations.
• Perform quality control on field installations and ensure SOP compliance.
• Track equipment performance, maintenance needs, and field inventory.
• Assist scheduling and project planning across multiple sites.
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting of field activity.

Skills

Oil and gas

Industrial automation

Electrical background

Instrumentation background

SCADA/PLC systems

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Tools

Sensors hardware

Telemetry equipment

IP networking

Job description

Field Controls & Automation Supervisor

Department: Automation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Barnesville, OH

Description

As an Automation Supervisor, you'll lead a team of Field Automation Technicians and oversee the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated water transfer systems. This hands-on leadership role ensures that our automation systems meet operational, safety, and customer expectations across remote sites and regional location.

This role would be based out of our Triadelphia, WV Automation shop.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of automation technicians, assigning work and providing field support
• Coordinate rig-ups, rig-downs, and troubleshooting of sensors, electrical equipment, and telemetry systems
• Provide technical leadership on automation controls, data communications, and diagnostic processes
• Train and mentor technicians on procedures, safety, and equipment use
• Liaise with operations and customers to ensure expectations are met and documented
• Perform quality control checks on field installations and ensure compliance with SOPs
• Track equipment performance, maintenance needs, and field inventory
• Assist with scheduling and project planning across multiple job sites
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting of field activity

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in oil & gas or industrial automation, including fieldwork
• Strong electrical, instrumentation, or controls background
• Working knowledge of sensors, telemetry, IP networking, and SCADA/PLC systems
• Proven leadership ability with team supervision or lead technician experience
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure, travel regionally, and lead by example
• Valid driver's license and clean MVR

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision coverage
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Accidental & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401k with a company match
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Employee Referral Programs
• Voluntary Benefits Offered

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