Danos

Automation Technician II

Carlsbad, NM

About This Job

Overview:

looking for a hands-on POC Automation Technician to support field operations. You’ll be part of a high-performing team that keeps automation systems running safely and efficiently across our oil and gas production sites. We're looking for someone with a strong background in troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining POC and RTU systems, especially Lufkin and Weatherford controllers.. Responsibilities:

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Install, calibrate, program, maintain, and troubleshoot automation and control equipment.

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Provide on-site support for automation systems, RTUs, field instrumentation (level, pressure, flow, vibration).

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Ensure compliance with corporate and industry standards for process control.

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Utilize CMMS (SAP) for maintenance tracking.

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Maintain and repair POC systems including Lufkin 1.0, 2.0, and Weatherford.

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Follow proper PLC programming standards and Management of Change (MOC) procedures.

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Recommend and implement improvements for instrumentation/control systems.

Qualifications:

Education: 2-year Instrumentation or Automation Technology degree (GPA 2.5+) OR Equivalent technical experience and strong safety record, or GED. Experience:* Minimum 3 years in oil field automation.

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Intermediate experience with RTUs, analog/discrete instrumentation, and communication protocols (serial, Ethernet).

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Basic ability to maintain and troubleshoot POC systems (Lufkin/Weatherford).

Skills & Knowledge:* Understanding of AC/DC circuits. Familiarity with API, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA standards.

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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Windows OS.

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Qualified to work on electrical systems up to 480V (training & PPE provided).

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Must be able to work in confined spaces and from aerial manlifts.

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Willing to work 12-hour shifts including weekends, holidays, and be part of an on-call rotation.

Preferred Qualifications

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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Automation (GPA 3.0+)

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Experience:

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5+ years in oil field automation

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1+ year in upstream oil and gas automation

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Experience with Rosemount systems

Technical Skills:

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Ability to read P&IDs, wiring diagrams, Cause & Effects, and control narratives.

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Troubleshooting of networks (ControlNet, Ethernet I/P, RF comms, fiber optics, switches).

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Strong knowledge of Function Block, Ladder Logic, and Structured Text programming.

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