Instrument and Electrical Technician III - Automation

RWDY Inc.; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

RWDY Inc. seeks an Instrument and Electrical Technician III - Automation to support Automation-I&E in Southeast New Mexico oil and gas operations. The role follows a 5/2 schedule and requires hands-on maintenance of PLCs, transmitters, HMIs, and SCADA interfaces.

You will collaborate with a team to ensure safe, reliable operations, while maintaining equipment at gas compression facilities. Candidates should be capable of working outdoors in extreme temperatures and willing to learn from

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining electrical systems, instrumentation, and controls in oil and gas processing facilities, with emphasis on gas compression facilities.
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs and related equipment (Allen-Bradley, Emerson Rosemount, Fisher ROCS).
• Knowledge of field communication gear (FreeWave, XetaWave, Red Lion, ABB, Cambium, fiber optics).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and install Automation-I&E equipment such as PLC components and associated instrumentation.
• Work as a team to monitor and operate SCADA systems for plant operations.
• Adhere to safety standards and participate in a callout rotation covering nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform Lockout/Tagout procedures and other operational tasks as assigned.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

SCADA operation

Electrical systems maintenance

Instrumentation knowledge

Safety culture

Effective communication

Tools

Allen-Bradley equipment

Fisher ROCS

Emerson Rosemount devices

FreeWave

XetaWave

Red Lion

ABB

Cambium

Fiber-optic systems

Job description

Job Title

Instrument and Electrical Technician III - Automation

Compensation

$75.05/hr

Location

Carlsbad, NM

Schedule

5/2

Target Start Date

ASAP

Tentative End Date

One year from starting

Scope

Job Title

Automation Technician

Job Summary

This position will provide Automation-I&E support to Southeast New Mexico Oil and Gas Operations working a 5/2 schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Experience in maintaining electrical systems, instrumentation, and controls in oil and gas processing facilities, with a strong emphasis on gas compression facilities.
• Work as a team to maintain and install Automation-I&E equipment such as PLC components, wired and wireless transmitters, communications equipment, HMIs, and related equipment.
• Safety-conscious, team-oriented self-starter who works well with minimal supervision.
• Responsible for engaging in and promoting a strong safety culture.
• Use SCADA systems to monitor operations.
• Perform the Lockout/Tagout process on required equipment.
• Perform other operational duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required

• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs, Allen-Bradley equipment, Fisher ROCs, Emerson Rosemount devices, and related equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits and components.
• Knowledge of communications equipment such as FreeWave, XetaWave, Red Lion, ABB, Cambium, and fiber-optic systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced facility personnel.
• Understanding of oil and gas production equipment and operations.
• Must be able to become certified to work at heights using appropriate fall protection.
• Must be able to work in extreme outdoor temperatures.
• Once adequately trained, contractors will be expected to participate in a callout rotation covering nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Required to work late as needed.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced Automation-I&E personnel.

Comments

Agency-provided truck. The business line will provide tools.