I&E Technician

Flywheel Energy, LLC; Colorado; On-site; USD 40,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K retirement match

PTO

Holiday pay

Job summary

Flywheel Energy, LLC is seeking an I&E Technician in Colorado to perform installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation, control systems, and automation equipment across oil and gas facilities. You will work under general supervision, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of maintenance programs.

The role requires field experience, calibration expertise, knowledge of 4–20 mA loops, HART, Modbus, and Foundation Fieldbus, plus travel

Qualifications

• 2–10 years of hands on experience in industrial instrumentation, automation, or electrical work in an oil and gas environment.
• Proficient understanding of process instrumentation concepts including 4–20 mA loops, HART, Modbus, and Foundation Fieldbus.
• Demonstrated ability to calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair field instruments and control systems.
• Experience with Emerson FB107, Emerson FB3000 or ABB platforms, including basic program review and modification.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel to field sites.

Responsibilities

• Installation & Commissioning: install, wire, and commission field instruments including pressure transmitters, flow meters, level sensors, thermocouples, RTDs, and control valves; perform loop checkout and functional testing.
• Maintenance & Calibration: lead scheduled preventive maintenance and calibration activities; develop procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Troubleshooting: diagnose and resolve malfunctions in field instruments, control panels, PLCs, RTUs, and wiring; apply root cause analysis.
• SCADA Support: configure, modify, and troubleshoot SCADA, PLC, and RTU based control systems; document changes per MOC; support alarm management and HMI updates.
• Electrical Systems: install and maintain low voltage electrical systems in hazardous areas (Class I Div 1/2).
• Documentation: create and maintain work orders, calibration records, drawings, and equipment histories in the CMMS.

Skills

Instrumentation

Automation

Electrical

HART

4-20 mA loops

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Emerson FB107

Emerson FB3000

ABB platforms

Allen Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Ignition SCADA

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: TEP Rocky Mountain - Parachute, CO 81635

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $29.00 - $54.00 Hourly

Position Summary

I & E Technician is a journey level position responsible for independently performing installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation, control systems, and automation equipment used in oil and gas production, processing, and pipeline operations. Working under general supervision, the technician executes complex field tasks, provides technical guidance to Technician I personnel, and contributes to continuous improvement of maintenance programs. All work is performed in accordance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation & Commissioning: Independently install, wire, and commission field instruments including pressure transmitters, flow meters, level sensors, thermocouples, RTDs, and control valves; perform loop checkout and functional testing with minimal supervision.
• Maintenance & Calibration: Lead scheduled preventive maintenance and calibration activities for instrumentation and control equipment; develop and refine calibration procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve malfunctions in field instruments, control panels, PLCs, RTUs, and associated wiring; apply structured root cause analysis to identify and address recurring failures.
• SCADA Support: Configure, modify, and troubleshoot SCADA, PLC, and RTU based control systems; execute and document changes in accordance with MOC procedures; support alarm management and HMI updates.
• Electrical Systems: Independently install and maintain low voltage electrical systems, including intrinsically safe and explosion proof equipment in classified hazardous areas (Class I Div 1/2).
• Documentation: Create and maintain accurate work orders, calibration records, as built drawings, and equipment histories in the CMMS; identify and correct documentation deficiencies.
• Mentorship: Provide day to day guidance and on the job training to Technician I personnel; review their work for quality and safety compliance.
• Safety & Compliance: Lead JSAs and field level risk assessments; ensure all work complies with HSE policies, OSHA regulations, API standards, and site procedures; actively promote a safety first culture.
• Culture: Model Flywheel values by demonstrating ownership, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Support team members and contribute to a positive work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2–10 years of hands on experience in industrial instrumentation, automation, or electrical work in an oil and gas environment.
• Proficient understanding of process instrumentation concepts including 4–20 mA loops, HART, Modbus, and Foundation Fieldbus.
• Demonstrated ability to independently calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair field instruments and control systems.
• Experience with Emerson FB107, Emerson FB3000 or ABB (GS, G4, G5) platforms, including basic program review and modification.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; ability to travel to field sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Allen Bradley (Rockwell Automation), Siemens, or ABB PLC platforms including online program modification
• Working knowledge of SCADA platforms (Ignition)
• Prior experience in midstream or upstream oil and gas operations a plus

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding outdoor environments.
• Comfortable working at heights and in adverse weather conditions.

Weekends, Holidays and Callouts required to support operational needs.

Hourly wage from $29-$54 hourly.

Full benefits page available including: Medical, Dental Vision, 401K retirement match, PTO and holiday pay.

Position will be posted through 10/5/2026