Operational Technology Technician - North Dakota

Steel Reef is a Canadian company that gathers and redistributes potentially wasted gas to deliver the energy that powers our lives.

From our Saskatchewan roots, we have grown into a dominant player in flare gas capture, contributing to the energy transition through coal-to-gas switching to power homes, communities and industries dedicated to reducing emissions and powering potential.

Since our inception in 2012, Steel Reef has supported the energy community in capturing wasted energy, processing and distributing associated natural gas and other products, and bringing in net new energy production and distribution for homes, communities and businesses.

Focusing our efforts within the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin and Bakken Resource Play, Steel Reef has become a market leader in developing the emissions-to-energy practice to supply net new energy from flare gas, a previously unavailable source.

In 2024, Steel Reef entered into multiple long-term Power Purchase Agreements with SaskPower. Following construction of additional utility-grade electricity substations and generation turbines powered by recovered flare gas, Steel Reef will provide more than 100 megawatts (MW) of electricity within Saskatchewan and North Dakota, which could power more than 100,000 homes annually.

Operational Technology (OT) Technician – Field Based North Dakota

Position Summary

The Intermediate Operational Technology (OT) Technician is responsible for the field support, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial control systems across multiple operational facilities. This role supports PLC, SCADA, and DCS environments and works closely with operations, maintenance, automation, and IT teams to ensure reliable, safe, and secure operation of OT systems.

This position requires a self motivated individual capable of working independently in remote and industrial environments while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and documentation. This position reports to the Team Lead, Operational Technology. It is a field based position based in Mountrail County, ND requiring regular travel to company facilities across our North Dakota assets.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide field based technical support for OT systems, including PLC, SCADA, and DCS platforms

- Troubleshoot, maintain, and modify control system hardware, software, and communications

- Support commissioning, configuration, and startup activities for new and existing facilities

- Diagnose and resolve control system, networking, and instrumentation issues

- Perform system backups, restores, and version control in accordance with company standards

- Support alarm management, logic troubleshooting, and control system optimization

- Work independently at remote sites to manage tasks, prioritize work, and resolve issues efficiently

- Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and contractors during maintenance and project work

- Ensure OT systems comply with internal standards, cybersecurity requirements, and safety policies

- Maintain accurate technical documentation and change records

- Participate in after hours, on call, or emergency support as required

- Travel regularly to Canadian facilities and occasionally to U.S. facilities in North Dakota

Required Technical Experience

Control and Automation Platforms

- Allen Bradley PLCs (MicroLogix, CompactLogix, ControlLogix, PLC-5, SLC-500)

- DeltaV DCS

- Honeywell Experion and UOC

- ROC Controllers

- Horner PLC

SCADA and Monitoring Systems

- Ignition SCADA

- ACM (AUTOSOL)

- SCADAPack RTUs

- VTSCADA

Industrial Communications & Telemetry

- Licensed and unlicensed radio systems (including Microhard radios)

- Cellular and industrial networking devices (including Digi products)

- MQTT based data communications (including Cirrus)

- Serial and Ethernet communications for OT and telemetry systems (RTUs, DAQ)

- Troubleshooting of radio paths, signal strength, latency, and data reliability

Core Technical Skills

- PLC programming, online troubleshooting, and diagnostics

- SCADA system configuration and support

- DCS operations and basic configuration changes

- Industrial communications and networking fundamentals

- Control system backup, restore, and lifecycle management

- Field device and I/O troubleshooting

- Familiarity with troubleshooting gas turbines

Required Qualifications

- 3 to 7 years of experience in operational technology, automation, or industrial controls

- Post secondary education in Automation, Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience

- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a field based role with minimal supervision

- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem solving skills

- Effective written and verbal communication skills

- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively

- Eligibility to travel to and work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience supporting oil and gas, energy, or industrial production facilities, particularly, gas plants, gas gathering systems, power generation, TMS and compressor stations.

- Familiarity with OT cybersecurity principles and standards

- Experience working in remote or unmanned facilities

- Previous cross border work experience (Canada / United States)

Working Conditions

- Field based role with frequent travel

- Work performed in industrial plant and remote site environments

- Occasional after hours, weekend, or emergency response work required

Why Join our Team:

- Regular opportunities for overtime

- Competitive compensation and bonus programs

- 401K plans with Company matching are available to employees

- Monthly phone allowance

- All necessary PPE equipment is provided by Steel Reef

- 16 flex hours to use throughout the year

- 8 hours of annual paid Volunteer time to support the communities in which we operate

- Team building activities

- Ability to contribute to a dynamic organization with large growth ambitions

This position is considered safety sensitive and is subject to pre-employment testing and background screening.

This posting will close once a suitable candidate has been found.

Steel Reef thanks all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.