I&E Technician

Diversified Energy Company; Woodward (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) seeks an Instrument and Electrical Technician I to join the I&E team and field support group. This role interfaces with SCADA, Internal Measurement, Field Operations and Engineering to design, install, program, maintain and troubleshoot plant process equipment.

The position requires a high school diploma, with preferred associate degree in instrumentation or automation and the ability to work on-site in oil & gas operations, including on-call duty and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or technical degree in instrumentation, automation, or process controls preferred (will consider equivalent experience).
• Oil and gas industry experience preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat, and other computer proficiency required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, engineering, and operations staff.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize schedules and attention to detail.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize to meet critical timelines.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and insurer.
• Available for emergency and on-call support.
• Basic understanding of instruments, communication protocols (Hart, Modbus), configuration software, and test devices.
• Basic understanding of wireless networks (radios, cellular modems, switches, routers, etc.).
• Ability to connect to and troubleshoot RTU and/or PLC programs (e.g., Fisher ROC/Floboss, ABB, Bristol Control Wave, Modicon, Allen-Bradley).
• Ability to load and deploy local HMI programs (Beijer, Red Lion, Pro Face, Panel View).
• Basic knowledge of SCADA platforms (Cygnet preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide field-level technical support in the design, installation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting of oil and gas facility process equipment.
• Interface daily with IT, SCADA, Internal Measurement, Field Operations, and Engineering support teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable field operations and equipment uptime.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Driver's license

On-call readiness

Field support

Hardware troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

Associate or technical degree in instrumentation/automation/process controls

Tools

Fisher ROC/Floboss

ABB PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Modicon PLC

Beijer/HMI software

Red Lion HMI

Job description

Company Profile

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation ("DGOC") is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diversified Energy Company PLC, a US-based company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker symbol "DEC". Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) is an established owner and operator of producing conventional and unconventional natural gas & oil wells and midstream pipelines and compression stations concentrated in the Appalachian Basin in the United States. Headquartered in Birmingham, AL, our field operations are located throughout the Appalachian Basin in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In 2021, Diversified announced our expansion into our Central Regional Focus Area, which includes producing areas within Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The Instrument and Electrical Technician I will work as a part of the I&E Team and larger IT field support group. This position will interface daily with other teams from the IT department including the SCADA and Internal Measurement teams as well as Field Operations and Engineering support teams. The qualified individual will provide field level technical support in the design, installation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all oil and gas facility process equipment.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates or technical degree in instrumentation, automation, or process controls is preferred (will consider equivalent experience).
• Oil and gas industry experience preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat, and other computer proficiency required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with company management, engineering, and operations staff.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), prioritize work schedules and focus attention on details.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize work to achieve critical timelines.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and insurer.
• Available for emergency and on-call support.
• Basic understanding of different instruments, communication protocols (Hart, Modbus), configuration software packages, and test devices.
• Basic understanding of wireless networks including radios, cellular modems, switches, routers, and other network gear (ex. Sierra Wireless, Freewave, MDS, Fortinet, etc.).
• Ability to connect to and troubleshoot RTU and/or PLC programs. (ex. Fisher ROC / Floboss, ABB, Bristol Control Wave, Modicon, Allen Bradley etc.).
• Ability to open, load, and deploy local HMI programs. (ex. Beijer, Red Lion, Pro Face, Panel View etc.). Basic knowledge and experience troubleshooting and repairing multiple types of artificial lift equipment (ex. Plunger, POC, ESP) Ability to troubleshoot and work on electrical equipment from 12 VDC – 600 VAC.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of SCADA platforms (Cygnet preferred).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to move or traverse from one location on the job site to another. This includes the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods, frequently positioning oneself (e.g., to stoop, kneel, or squat) to perform tasks, and occasionally ascend/descend (e.g., ladders or uneven terrain)
• Ability to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, and assess driving operations effectively (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
• Ability to operate a 4X4 vehicle.
• Must be able to repetitively move or position feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, and back. Constantly operates, uses, and positions hands and fingers in performance of work
• Must be able to work atop elevated surfaces and traverse various heights
• Lifts or carries 70 lbs. or more, which falls into the "Very heavy" category (over 50 pounds).
• Frequently pushes and pulls with a maximum force of 150 ft./lbs.
• Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions and is exposed to varying environmental conditions, including well site conditions. The position requires the ability to perform tasks in physically demanding environments, encompassing the essential physical requirements and efforts outline

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Driver Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record
• This position involves operating a company vehicle for work-related travel or receiving a stipend for operating a personal vehicle for company use; adherence to all traffic laws and company vehicle policies is required.
• Candidates must be eligible to be insured under the company's vehicle insurance policy.