Automation Technician

Job Title : Automation Technician

Schedule : /

Location : Pecos, TX

Pay : DOE

Danos Expectations : A successful candidate will exhibit characteristics that support the following :

• Safety Awareness
• Work Ethic
• Technical Skill
• Customer Focus
• Open Communication
• Implementing Vision and Values

Our purpose, values and high-performance culture traits are fundamental to our success and offer wonderful opportunities for employee development.

Job Duties :

Assists with monitoring instrumentation, electrical facilities and related control systems with primary focus on Electrical;

Strong focus on motors and VFD’s.

• Assist with forecasting electrical, automation and instrumentation needs for expansion projects
• Calibrates, troubleshoots, and maintains electronic and pneumatic instruments
• Installs and overhaul of electrical system components and technical equipment
• Routes and sets up electric power generation, distribution and control systems
• Tracks projects and repairs conducted for assigned locations and facilities
• Orders / receives / stocks and dispenses spares and materials
• Maintains a preventive maintenance system with complete records
• Monitors, maintains, and understands operating, fire protection systems
• Troubleshoots telephone and communications equipment
• Assists with maintenance and operation of sites
• Use a variety of automation software including Cygnet, Delta V, Allen Bradley, RS Logic
• Performs maintenance duties required to maintain operations and regulatory compliance
• Provides electrical and automation services and expertise to field operations and corporate oil & gas entities
• Ensures compliance to regulations and internal and external safety standards
• Acts as a liaison between field personnel and functional support groups providing operational input to projects
• Maintains effective communication with area personnel to ensure all team project objectives can be met
• Assist with forecasting electrical, automation and instrumentation needs for expansion projects

Competencies :

• Strong initiative and self starter
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Demonstrate ability to perform strong time management skills
• Ability to keep neat and accurate records
• Multi-task orientation with skills related to work prioritization
• Strong mentoring skillsets
• Ability to work as a team

Requirements :

years of Land O&G Apprentice Electrician and / or Instrumentation and Electrical experience specific to motors and VFD's;

in lieu of experience, candidate with Associates or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Instrumentation and Electrical acceptable

• Certifications in Instrumentation and Electrical preferred
• Cygnet, Delta V, Allen Bradley, RS Logic software experience preferred
• Must be willing to work in Orla, TX and / or Midland, TX based on assignment
• Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record; must meet all conditional job offer requirements including background, drug, MVR, agility and fit for duty
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as by self without direct supervision
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Most work will be based in Orla, TX and / or work in Midland, TX per assignment
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

Why work for Danos? Danos offers competitive wages, sustainable health benefits, K company match, and opportunities for employee development.