Automation Technician

Automation Technician – Oil and Gas (Permian Basin, TX/NM)

About Future Technologies Venture, LLC Future Tech Holding, LLC (“Future Technologies”) is a North American lead systems integrator specializing in end-to-end private network solutions for Government, Manufacturing, Energy, Transportation, Utility, and Enterprise sectors. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in metro Atlanta, GA, the company delivers assessment, design, deployment, and ongoing support to enable mission-critical infrastructure solutions. With expertise spanning Private 5G, Fixed Wireless, Wi-Fi, Fiber, and legacy networks, Future Technologies powers advanced connectivity solutions - from AI, Edge Computing, and Robotics to Connected Worker and Automation.

Job Description:

The Automation Technician is responsible for the daily operations and can calibrate and troubleshoot transmitters, flow meters/EFMs, control valves, and shutdowns. The role is responsible for installations, inspections, maintaining and troubleshooting communications, network equipment and systems for reliable collection and transfer of measurement and real-time related data to the customer polling systems. The Automation Tech (AT) performs all tasks in a manner that supports Future Technologies and the customer mission, vision, and goals. The AT ensures that the equipment is operated, within safe operating limits, and maintained in compliance with all company policies, procedures and applicable local, state and federal rules and regulations. Responsibilities are varied and complex. The Automation Tech (AT) utilizes advanced and specialized expertise, developed through a combination of job-related training and extensive on-the-job experience supporting communications and telemetry. This role is expected to work under limited to no supervision and able to resolve complex problems within own area of responsibility and frequently asked to assist in other areas. The AT will be expected to understand and apply advanced knowledge of 4–20 mA loops, HART, Modbus, and control wiring.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act as primary resource for help in troubleshooting communications equipment, communications issues with RTUs and associated control devices for client operational and maintenance assistance. Utilizes advanced and specialized expertise in several areas of communications and telemetry.
• Operate with latitude and review progress with management.
• Provide technical input on projects to ensure designs meet operational telemetry and communications requirements.
• Communicate and coordinate field activities related to the installation, startup, and operations of projects.
• Provide advanced technical answers and summary information to supervision, clients and other technicians as needed.
• Able to read P&IDs and wiring diagrams
• Knowledge and understanding of wireless communications systems used in the operation of O&G meter stations, control of flow and pressure, and data retrieval.
• PLC/RTU experience (Allen-Bradley, Totalflow, ROC or similar)
• Able to calibrate and troubleshoot transmitters, flow meters/EFMs, control valves, and shutdowns
• Knowledge of 4–20 mA loops, HART, Modbus, and control wiring
• Provides support to lower-level technicians
• Act in a supervisory capacity in the lack of immediate supervision.
• Serve as a mentor and assist with training lower-level technicians
• Advanced utilization of voltmeter and troubleshooting.
• Assist in the general troubleshooting of wireless communications equipment and standard operations.
• Provides oversight of existing databases, spreadsheets, maps that are used in performing job duties, and work planning/documentation used for client closeout requirements.

Basic Requirements:

• 3+ years of oil and gas field automation or instrumentation experience.
• 2-3 years serving in a leadership or training role preferred. Combination of education and experience may be considered
• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, where permitted by law, and comply with Company and customer drug and alcohol testing requirements as a condition of employment.
• Valid State Driver’s License and must maintain valid driver’s license and remain eligible to operate company-owned, leased or rental vehicles in accordance with company policy.
• Must meet Company motor vehicle and insurance eligibility requirements.
• Must successfully complete a background screening consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain customer-required credentials, security clearances, badges, and site-access authorizations necessary to perform assigned duties
• Locates and track costs, material delivery status, complete PM orders and able to run routine reports
• Ability to repair structured cabling (e.g. copper, fiber, coax, waveguide) and associated connectors
• Ability to manage daily regular duties while providing mentorship / leadership to technical individuals working on other tasks
• Experience and knowledge in troubleshooting and repair of all types of equipment pertaining to instrument/electrical trade: a) 4-20 mA signal; b) basic AC and DC knowledge
• Effectively communicates the concepts used in all tasks of a technician in leading a class or training topic
• Recommends application of new technologies to improve or enhance accuracy and reliability
• Effectively use a personal computer with MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel & Outlook)
• H2S Clear and SafeLand certified, or able to successfully earn these certifications.
• Possesses effective communication skills necessary to promote compliance with procedures and cooperation with individuals at various levels throughout Future Technologies
• Tests, inspects, operates, troubleshoots, and maintain electronic devices associated with client communications equipment.
• Works and participates successfully in a team-based environment to accomplish assignments.
• Operate as a self-starter with teamwork drive and initiative to start, develop and completes projects and initiatives.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to exert more than 10 pounds of force regularly to move objects and/or more than 20 pounds of force frequently
• Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing, stooping, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, bending, kneeling, crawling and grasping.
• Must be able to move about on foot and follow safety and emergency response procedures and regulations.
• May be required to stand, site, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for reasonable periods of time.
• Able to travel long distances in a motor vehicle
• Able to work in areas with limited access or cramped spaces
• On a routine basis, may climb ladders, walkways and scaffolds

Working Conditions:

• Works in potentially hazardous environments
• Works with or near hazardous chemicals
• Operates personal computer for extended periods.
• Works independently and completes scheduled work with minimal supervision
• Requires frequent overnight travel to locations throughout the United States to perform project and other wireless activities
• Works outdoors in weather extremes and near equipment alongside potentially high noise levels
• Works and participates successfully in a team-based environment to accomplish assignments.

This Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this Company depends solely on your qualifications.