What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Technician position at ONEOK?
JOB SUMMARY
The incumbent works under limited supervision and performs a full range of responsibilities within the Optimization and Efficiency - Plants Automation group. Although guidelines are established, the position requires the ability to deal with anomalies on a regular basis. Broad use and/or application of advanced principles/theories/concepts in applicable discipline plus a good working knowledge of other related fields. Compiles, examines or analyzes information and provides resolutions to a diverse range of moderate to complex problems/issues where an evaluation of identifiable factors is regularly required. Works under minimal supervision with little instruction on day-to-day work and only general instruction on new projects/assignments. Work is generally evaluated on completion to ensure objectives have been met. On-call support with rotating shifts. Up to 30% travel may be required.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Designs and develops industrial control system solutions including Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) system programs to address operational needs for new construction projects, maintenance projects or operational requests.
- Provide high-end support and mentoring regarding industrial control systems to other technical staff including I&E, operations and engineering.
- Investigates new technology, along with methods to reduce hardware costs and labor expenses as it relates to automation.
- Ensure compliance with company Cybersecurity efforts through evaluation, configuration and deployment of secure solutions for Operation Technology (OT) devices
- Provides automation solution estimates to project managers, facility engineers, and others. Provide creative engineered designs for DCS, PLC and HMI programming.
- Provide project management and oversight for assigned projects, including expansion, regulatory and modification projects at ONEOK. Follow Project Life Cycle and OMS to ensure that all projects meet quality, cost and schedule objectives.
- Develop and present training for Operations on new or specialized equipment installed as part of project deployment.
- Provides Tier 2 support for Operations technician role, including technical support for control systems, instrumentation and equipment, provide programming, commissioning and troubleshooting support for Engine/Compressor control systems, TurboExpander Control Systems, Fired Heater Control Systems, loading rack electronic presets (Accuload), and more. Provides commissioning and troubleshooting assistance with network, serial and wireless communication systems utilized for facility operation.
- Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage
Education
- Technical degree preferred
- Substantial direct experience in lieu of a degree may be considered
Work Experience
- 6 - 10 years related work experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of: DCS, PLC and HMI platforms
- Knowledge of: Computer systems utilized in OT/ICS environments, including software management, industrial communication protocols, common programming languages, and database configuration
- Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing in English
- Ability to: work under time pressure, tight deadlines and interruptions
- Ability to: follow instructions or standard procedures
- Ability to: organize and/or analyze information and identify solutions from a range of alternatives
- Ability to: deal with complex issues which require substantial analysis or independent judgment
Licenses and Certifications
- None required
Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
- Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements
- Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about (Occasionally)
- Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
- Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
- Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
- Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
- Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
- Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
- Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
- Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
- Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
- Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
- Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
- Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
- Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
- Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
- Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
- Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
- Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
- Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
- Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
- Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
- Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
- Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)
Working Conditions/Environment
- Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions
Working Conditions
- Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)
- Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
- CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
Travel
- 10 – 15%; Travel to other locations and processing facilities required
- Travel During Plant Start Up/Turnarounds: >50%
Driving
- Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license
ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.
The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.
ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547.
