Field Controls Technician: SCADA, PLCs & Gas Plant Ops

Atmos Energy; Henrietta (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atmos Energy is seeking a skilled technician to provide technical support for installation, operation, and maintenance of control, measurement, and SCADA equipment across engines, compressors, and well facilities. The role includes testing PLC/DCS systems, reviewing facility performance, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a field environment.

The candidate will work closely with supervision, gas control, and engineering teams to define and implement SCADA requirements for new installations,

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with internal/external customers.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem solving in operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for installation, operation, and maintenance of control, measurement, and SCADA equipment.
• Test, calibrate, and maintain PLC and DCS systems.
• Review facility performance and schedule maintenance to improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records to demonstrate regulatory compliance.
• Support response activities for system emergencies.
• Interface with engineering and gas control teams to define SCADA requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Associates degree in engineering technology, electronics or computer science

GED or high school diploma with 3+ years related experience

Job description

Atmos Energy is seeking a skilled technician to provide technical support for installation, operation, and maintenance of control, measurement, and SCADA equipment across engines, compressors, and well facilities. The role includes testing PLC/DCS systems, reviewing facility performance, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a field environment.

The candidate will work closely with supervision, gas control, and engineering teams to define and implement SCADA requirements for new installations,