RTU Automation Technician

GLX Technologies; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas sector seeks an RTU Automation Technician for operations in West Texas-New Mexico. The ideal candidate will have strong automation experience and knowledge of communication protocols, with responsibilities including troubleshooting and maintaining various control systems. Join a results-driven team dedicated to enhancing industrial operations and ensuring safety compliance in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of automation and I&E experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Basic understanding of oil and gas processes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, calibrate, and repair end devices like transmitters and switches.
• Maintain and repair instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Support upkeep of control systems, PLCs, and HMI systems.

Skills

Automation experience

I&E knowledge

Modbus communication

Troubleshooting instrumentation

Education

Associate degree in industrial instrumentation/automation

Journeyman Electrician license (Texas/New Mexico)

Tools

Multimeter

Calibration equipment

Job description

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GlobaLogix, Inc. serves mid-market Energy and Utility clients by delivering engineering, design, and installation of industrial control systems on time and on budget. We have deep industry knowledge and experience to provide complete solutions. We deliver engineering, design, and installation of industrial control systems so our clients can focus on their business.

We are currently seeking an RTUAutomationTechnician forour West Texas-New Mexico operations. Local candidates are preferred but we are open to hiring non-local candidates to work on a rotation.

Experience & Skills:

3+ years of automation and I&E experience preferred

Must possess a basic knowledge required to program, configure, and troubleshoot various RTU’s such as Emerson ROC, Emerson FB107, ABB Total flow

Basic knowledge of Modbus communication protocols

Basic knowledge in configuring and troubleshooting radio communications leveraging multiple types of communication protocols

Basic understanding on troubleshooting and calibrating various types of instrumentation

Basic understanding P&ID’s.

Basic understanding Cause & Effect documents

Basic understanding in Instrumentation and Low Voltage Electrical Systems.

Basic understanding in NEC code requirements as it pertains to the Oil & Gas Industry

Basic understanding in troubleshooting various VFD’s, motor starters, motors, and electrical distribution systems

Basic Background and understanding in Upstream and Midstream Oil and Gas Processes.

Experience using the following equipment, is preferred:

Device specific software

Multimeter-Process Meter

Megger

Amp Probe

Calibration equipment (TREX, Crystal, loop calibrator, etc.)

Handheld electrical tools needed to perform his or her job duties

Assist Automation Specialist Tech on the following:

Inspect, calibrate, and repair end devices such as transmitters, switches, fire eyes, hazardous gas detection, level detection

Maintain and repair instrumentation and electrical equipment such as valve actuators, positioners, electric motors, VFD’s, motor starters and electrical distribution panels

Maintain and repair control system components such as PLC’s, HMI’s, UPS Systems (Backup Control Power) and RTU’s

Maintain and repair solar charging systems

Maintain and repair communication equipment

Education/Training:

Associatedegree in industrial instrumentation /automation is essential but not required

Journeyman Electrician license for Texas and/or New Mexico is essential but not required

Must be a detail-oriented, results-driven individual with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and the ability to organize and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines.

Must possess strong interpersonal and excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.

Strong problem solving, technical, and functional skills with the ability to multi-task and be willing to learn.

Must be able to take direction, work well in a team environment, and interact with all levels of management, engineering, systems, operations, and field personnel.

Work conditions:

Subject to time pressures and constraints and is also dependent on input from others.

Exposure to and driving in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, extreme cold, sun, rain, hail, sleet, snow, high winds, etc.

Employment at GlobaLogix:

• GlobaLogix provides a drug free workplace,and the company will require you to participate in its drug testing program. This will include a pre-employment drug screen
• GlobaLogix also performs a driving record and 7-Point comprehensive criminal screen on all hires
• This position is safety sensitive. GlobaLogix also considers driving a safety sensitive function. A constant state of alertness as an essential job function
• Legal or illegal, prescribed or non-prescribed and over-the-counter substances can hinder a state of alertness and one is not permitted to perform work if one is not able to perform in a constant state of alertness
• Substances that are deemed legal may contain prohibited substances. These substances can hinder alertness and result in a positive test result. A positive result has adverseconsequences
  
  

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