Automation Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION
Looking for a career opportunity? Come join Wood as an Automation Technician in Carlsbad, NM. Wood offers health benefits, 401k, vacation and more.
Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required.

• Responsible for the day-to-day support, preventive maintenance, programming, calibration and development of automation equipment for field locations to include well sites, SWD's, compressor stations and tank batteries.
• Installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of facility and wellsite communication equipment and instruments, including working with PLC's.
• Apply expertise for installation, calibration, maintenance, and repairs of instrument, communication, and electrical equipment.
• Execute planned maintenance checks and calibration and timely submits appropriate reports.
• PLC installation, troubleshooting, and programming.
• Lead automation failure analysis and recommendations going forward.
• Utilize all company safe work practices when performing automation work.
• Frequent communication with the operation team, SCADA/IT group, measurement and engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 4-7 years of automation experience in the oil and gas industry is preferred
• Experience with communication equipment (Cell Modems, Radios, Network Switches, etc...)
• PLC programming experience
• Experience with Allen Bradley, Automation Direct, ABB, SCADAPack, Redlion, ROC (i.e., PLC's, HMI's, drives, etc.)
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings (i.e., P&ID's, C&E's)
• Able to lift more than 50 lbs. and climb ladders and stairways.

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