Telemetry Technician

Kodiak Gas Services; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiak Gas Services is seeking a Telemetry Technician to oversee the installation and maintenance of control systems in oil and gas operations. This role requires a strong commitment to safety and excellent troubleshooting skills.

The ideal candidate should have experience in instrumentation and the ability to read technical drawings. Duties include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaboration with engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in instrumentation within oil & gas or related industries.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and maintain panels and control equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair panels and control system failures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical drawing interpretation

Safety commitment

Instrumentation knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical diploma or associate degree in Instrumentation or Electronics

Tools

Altronic systems

Murphy systems

Emit systems

Job description

JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAK

Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry‑leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

Position Summary

The Telemetry Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of a broad band of annunciator panels and control systems used in natural gas compression, or related fields. This role ensures the reliability and accuracy of critical equipment that monitors pressure, flow, temperature, and level control, supporting safe and efficient operations in compliance with industry and regulatory standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate, and perform job activities in a manner consistent with Kodiak’s procedures, goals, and objectives.
• Install, test, and maintain panels and control equipment, including pressure, flow, temperature, and level transmitters.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair panels and control system failures to maximize uptime, and maintain production continuity.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on panels and control devices.
• Configure, test, and verify Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems.
• Assist with start‑up activities for new locations and equipment upgrades.
• Interpret and work from P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams), loop diagrams, and wiring schematics.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in compliance with company standards.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to resolve issues and optimize performance.
• Attendance and participation in all EH&S meetings and ensure adherence to all EH&S protocols.
• Additional tasks as assigned.

Education, Experience And Training

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical diploma, trade certification, or associate degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or related field (encouraged).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in instrumentation within oil & gas, petrochemical, or related heavy industry (preferred).
• Experience working with Altronic, Murphy and Emit systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, with knowledge of industry standards (OHSA).

Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License, with Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) within the acceptable parameters of Company Policy required.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Physical Demands

• Must be available to work a regular schedule of 40 hours per week. Shifts will consist of evenings, overnights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays, with additional availability for overtime and on‑call rotations as needed outside of regular hours.
• Requires operation of heavy equipment.
• Requires employee to stand for up to 75% of the time.
• Requires employee to sit for up to 25% of the time.
• Requires employee to climb ladders or stairs to inspect, repair, and paint equipment and must be able to maintain balance on stairs and/or ladders without assistance.
• Must be able to communicate and respond to coworkers, customers, and emergency cues/alarms, in person and on the telephone, including use of mobile devices.
• Must be able to frequently lift at least 10 pounds, infrequent lifting of > 50 lbs.
• High noise environment (>85 dbA) will occur with ear protection.
• Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Requires work in outdoor conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold.
• Requires moving and maintaining self in different positions—stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Must wear all required PPE, including fire‑retardant clothing, hard hats, face shields, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel‑toed boots.
• Requires employee to frequently type and use computer and other office equipment such as a copier, printer, calendar, telephone, etc.

Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.