Instrumentation Technician

PLCs Plus International is seeking an Instrumentation Technician for our Midland Texas operations

Position Summary

The Instrumentation Technician reports directly to the I&E staff and is responsible for testing and commissioning all control system components and loops as directed. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting in planning as required
• Calibration and maintenance of mechanical, pneumatic, chemical, electrical and electronic process controls and measurement instrumentation to approved procedure
• Understand, evaluate, and execute tests and procedures properly
• Safely and efficiently execute daily tasks related to calibration and instrumentation activities
• Develop and improve maintenance procedures
• Install, maintain, repair, overhaul, calibrate and test a wide variety of industrial instrumentation such as control valves, transmitters, radars, levels, controlling and regulating level, flow, pressure and temperature meters
• Execute preventative maintenance inspections on all instrumentation equipment
• Interpret, evaluate and document calibration test results
• Ensures that there is adequate data sheets and system documentation to complete all required pre-commissioning and commissioning checks and tests
• Verifies all test equipment is NIST Traceable and has a current calibration date
• Utilizes industry standards for testing such as ISA or another recognized and approved standard
• Completes Red lines and B check sheets as required

Required Minimum Qualifications (Techs):

• High School Diploma, or Equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
• Five (5) years’ experience as Instrumentation Technician in oilfield, preferred

Required Education, Training and Certificates:

• OSHA 10, or ability to obtain upon hire
• H2S, or ability to obtain upon hire

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability and willingness to receive and follow direction
• Ability to clearly communicate, both verbal and written
• Ability to work safely, and recognize potential hazards
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to recognize and respond to dangerous situations or emergencies such as high voltage systems, electrical fires, loose hot wires, broken power lines, etc. This position will be working with 50 volts or less. No high voltage repair or firefighting is within job responsibilities
• Ability to diagnose system malfunction, locate cause of breakdown and correct the problem or recommend solution
• Ability to set and balance priorities in order to complete projects on time
• Ability to make decisions and recommend appropriate course of action in difficult situations
• Ability to handle stress and possess positive trait even in difficult or challenging situations

Instrumentation Technician Specific Skillsets:

• Comprehensive knowledge of control systems, equipment, operational and mechanical systems including; installation, testing, maintenance, and repair
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations
• Working knowledge of AC and DC control circuits

About this company

PLCs Plus, is an industry leader in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interface (HMI), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). Our services span the control systems spectrum, from end-device to the corporate database

We specialize in:

• HMI and SCADA architecture and system design

• PLC & DCS layout, system design, and configuration

• PLC programming

• HMI application development

• Database solutions

• Preventative maintenance

• Specialty applications

PLC's Plus prides itself in the ability to provide Competitive salaries, Vacation, Health, Life, Disability, Dental, Vision, 401K and 125 and training

Opportunity:

PLCs Plus has solidified its reputation with great clients in the Permian Basin. West Texas has a tremendous amount of opportunity for growth and career development. You truly have the chance to have the American Dream and true job satisfaction.  There is a lot of work that shows no sign of slowing. We would love for you to be a part of team PLCs Plus and take the opportunities that are available in this burgeoning market. 

Physical Demand/Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to talk, hear, and see. The incumbent frequently is required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance and walk. The incumbent is occasionally required to sit. The incumbent must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds. Visual Acuity: must be adequate to perform all required Job Description tasks in a safe manner. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and may require use of ear plugs on occasion. Work is usually done outside at a job site/field site that may have inclement weather conditions. The incumbent will be required to drive / travel to many locations within the Permian Basin. The incumbent is exposed to moving mechanical parts, vehicles and equipment.

Disclaimer:

The above job description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not however, be construed as a complete job listing of all duties, which may be required from day-to-day