Automation Technician- Carlsbad, NM or Reeves County Texas

Job Description Coterra is hiring a Automation Technician in Carlsbad, NM or Reeves County Texas Job Summary

As an

you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and operating automation systems throughout the Permian Basin region. You will provide both day to day support and preventive maintenance to critical equipment utilized at various field locations including well sites, compressor stations, tank batteries and salt water disposals. As a Measurement Technician you must have an understanding of industrial communication equipment and systems, including PLC programming and configurations, within an oil and gas production environment.

The following represents the majority of the duties performed by the position, but is not meant to be all-inclusive nor prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. Employees are expected to comply with all regulatory, environmental and safety rules and standards, as well as corporate policies.

- Install and maintain automation equipment and communication instruments throughout the Permian Basin

- Program and configure PLC devices to ensure operational efficiency and reliability

- Install and calibrate numerous level, pressure, and temperature transmitters on crucial production equipment

- Install, troubleshoot, and maintain various communication devices located at remote operational facilities

- Perform testing on all new and existing devices for functionality, shutdowns, and alarm notifications

- Communicate regularly with operations, SCADA, engineering, and measurement teams

- Coordinate contract workers as needed to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently

- Comply with all regulatory, environmental and safety rules and standards, as well as corporate policies

- Other tasks as assigned

Skills And Experience

- Experience with Fisher ROC and Allen-Bradley automation equipment strongly preferred

- Established proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)

- Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to work independently

- Must have strong verbal and written communication, time management, and organizational skills

- This position requires a valid state issued driver’s license and employees must pass an initial drug and alcohol screening at hire. Incumbents in this position are also subject to random drug and alcohol screenings as per the DOT regulations.

Education Requirements

- High School or GED

Years Of Experience

- Minimum of two (2) or more years of experience in oilfield operations, gas plants, or related experience with PLC programming and configurations, as well as understanding of electronic flow meters and other production equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is typically performed outdoors. Exposure to conditions, such as extreme heat or cold is likely. Incumbents in this position must be able to physically and legally operate company vehicles and equipment. Employees must be able to perform work which requires walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, heavy lifting, and climbing, including steps and vertical ladders. Personal protective equipment, including, but not limited to head protection, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes and flame resistant clothing is required. Safety rules including OSHA requirements are strictly enforced. Employees must be willing to travel and work extended hours on short notice.

This position requires a valid state issued driver’s license, and employees must pass an initial drug and alcohol screening at hire. Incumbents in the position may be subject to random drug and alcohol screenings as per the DOT Regulations. Required to travel between field sites to perform daily tasks.

Coterra is a premier exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas with focused operations in the Permian Basin, Marcellus Shale, and Anadarko Basin. We strive to be a leading energy producer, delivering sustainable returns through the efficient and responsible development of our diversified asset base.