True Oil LLC

Automation, Controls, and Electrical Field Tech

Casper, WY

full time

On-site

Oil and Gas

About This Job

Summary

This is a full time position that is responsible for the efficient, safe, and reliable operating condition of the control and electrical systems, on the companies drilling rigs. The position is responsible for performing all aspects of mechanical maintenance, trouble-shooting, and repairing of: electrical equipment and systems, automated equipment, and control systems; including hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and PLC Systems (Siemens and Allen Bradley).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Provide support during equipment installations and upgrades including:

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Spec’ing appropriate equipment

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Physically setting up and maintaining electronics, instruments, automation, and measurement equipment

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Ensuring vendors and contractors are meeting our needs and expectations

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Keeps equipment operational, and ensures service quality, by:

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Completing preventive maintenance requirements following manufacturer's or company instructions.

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Troubleshooting all electronic and data acquisition equipment, computers and PLCs. Adjust, repair or replace faulty components. Call for repairs when required, and approved.

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Troubleshoot, diagnose problems and repair plant mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical systems using technical drawings (e.g., blueprints, electronic/mechanical schematics wiring diagrams, specifications, drawings, manuals, blueprints and engineering sketches.) and diagnostic tools (e.g. multi-meter, laptop).

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Identifying and correcting errors in programming and wiring.

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Identify and recommend changes to improve rig performance utilizing existing or new control systems;

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Make program modifications in PLC’s logic, HMI’s programs and servo controller logic to improve equipment performance.

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Respond quickly and aggressively to down time

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Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

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Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.

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Documents actions by completing appropriate production and quality forms, in a timely manner.

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Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed, communicate with multiple departments. Responsible for assisting other technicians with maintenance and repair duties; including training co-workers on the safe and efficient techniques to maintain electrical system operations and equipment.

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Routinely performing safety observations and attending technical, developmental and safety trainings. Participate in the safety programs and/or committees; follow all site safety policies, company policies and procedures work safely and wear appropriate PPE.

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Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits or certifications as required.

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Being on-call and responding to calls twenty-four/seven (24/7) for emergency response.

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Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Duties and Responsibilities

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This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

Required Education, Experience and/or Abilities

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A high school diploma or equivalent education with two (2) years of specialized technical training and/or five (5) years of industrial maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

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Strong organizational and verbal skills and proven ability to maintain accurate, detailed records that will be audited periodically.

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Effectively present information and respond to questions.

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Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, Servos, Ethernet and communication systems as related to drilling rig automation.

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Operational knowledge of an oscilloscope & multi-meter, soldering wires & connectors, operation of various crimping tools, wire stripping, ohm’s law, continuity testing, pinning out a military type connector, routing & tie wrapping cables, drilling & tapping holes, and building junction boxes.

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Advanced understanding and ability to troubleshoot, replace, and configure sensors and instrumentation such as photo-eyes, proximity switches, pressure, flow, level and temperature sensors.

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Proficient in understanding and ability to troubleshoot root cause, configure, and replace non-similar controls hardware, such as input/output modules, human machine interfaces (HMIs), safety relays, and other industrial controls.

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Advanced electrical knowledge and understanding of electrical safety, and national electrical codes

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Able to work on multiple control voltages (DC/AC) and know the safe work practices for up to 600V systems.

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Ability to read and interpret P&ID drawings, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical schematics for use in system understanding and troubleshooting.

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Ability to work on multiple projects at once and produce accurate work within tight deadlines.

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Travel required for training and to regularly conduct business with and meet with vendors/suppliers.

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Must be a self-starter and have the desire and ability to take ownership and responsibility with little direction.

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Ability to work in a diverse team environment.

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Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

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Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Preferred Education, Experience and/or Abilities

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A degree or certificate in electronics, automation, or control systems.

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Prior experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, PLC, VFD, and electrical systems.

Computer Skills

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General knowledge of basic hardware and software and uses of a variety of different computer operating systems such as Microsoft Office Work, Excel, Outlook, Google Workspace, and web-site software.

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Knowledge in Data Acquisition concepts, hardware, and interfacing

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

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Possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record).

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

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English language fluency, verbal and written.

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Acceptable results of a pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol test.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. This position frequently requires long hours and/or weekend work.

Travel

This position generally requires up to 100% travel during the course of the business day. This position may require up to 75% overnight travel. Travel is typically within the United States.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; stoop, climb, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to one hundred (100) pounds with assistance.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, extreme cold and extreme heat while on locations.

Safety

Must observe safety and security procedures at all times. Must use safety equipment and wear protective clothing as required.