Instrumentation & PLC Technician
4 months ago
Midland
Job DescriptionOverviewJob Title: Instrumentation & PLC Technician (Hybrid Role) Location: Midland, TX Schedule: Full-time, rotational schedule: 14 days on, 14 days off Pay/Salary: Competitive hourly rate, based on qualifications and experience Classification: Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Instrumentation & PLC Technician for a hybrid automation and field instrumentation role in Midland, TX, supporting Saltwater Disposal (SWD) systems and other oilfield automation infrastructure. This position operates on a 14-on/14-off rotational schedule and requires strong working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMI systems, and Modbus communication, along with deep familiarity with oilfield instrumentation used in fluid handling and injection systems.Responsibilities • Install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain a wide range of field instruments including:, • Pressure transmitters and switches (injection, suction, casing pressure), • Level sensors (ultrasonic, guided wave radar, differential pressure), • Flow meters (Coriolis, magnetic, turbine for water and oil measurement), • Temperature sensors and RTDs, • Tank level monitoring systems, • VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives) used in pump control systems, • Perform PLC programming and diagnostics on Allen-Bradley systems including:, • ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix platforms using Studio 5000 or RSLogix, • Modifications for pump control, safety shutdowns, alarm systems, and tank automation, • Integration of analog/digital I/O modules and remote I/O racks, • Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain HMI interfaces, including:, • FactoryTalk View ME/SE, PanelView Plus, • Display creation for tank levels, pump operation, system pressures, and flow data, • Implement and support Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP communication networks for:, • RTUs, VFDs, flow meters, chemical pumps, and tank level systems, • Data acquisition to SCADA systems for remote monitoring and reporting, • Monitor and optimize SWD operations, including:, • Automated pump control based on tank levels and injection pressures, • Flow balancing between incoming trucks, produced water pipelines, and injection wells, • Ensuring environmental and operational compliance with alarms and fail-safe design, • Maintain detailed documentation for:, • Instrument loop drawings, PLC logic, network topologies, and device addresses, • Field calibration records, maintenance logs, and firmware/software updates, • Provide field support to troubleshoot equipment failures, communication issues, and control system errors during active 14-day rotations.Qualifications Required, • High School diploma or equivalent, • Associate degree or technical certification in Instrumentation, Industrial Automation, or Electrical Technology, • 3+ years of experience with oilfield instrumentation and controls, • Hands-on experience with:, • Modbus RTU/TCP, RS485, Ethernet/IP, • Allen-Bradley PLCs and FactoryTalk HMI software, • Level/flow/pressure instrumentation in SWD or water management systems, • Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs, loop drawings, ladder logic, and wiring diagrams, • Ability to work independently at remote well sites and disposal facilitiesPreferred, • Experience with SCADA platforms (Ignition, ClearSCADA, etc.), • VFD setup and tuning for pump control, • Familiarity with telemetry systems, wireless radios, and cellular RTUs, • Understanding of saltwater disposal regulatory requirements and spill prevention systemsRequirements, • Must be able to work a rotating schedule of 14 days on, 14 days off that may include nights and weekends during active shifts, • Stable work history, • Must be legally eligible to work in the US. Sponsorship is not available, • Must be able to pass a background check; drug and alcohol screening, • Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record, • Must be able to comply with customer site requirements for access/entry, • Must have a TWIC card Physical Requirements, • Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly, • See, respond, and report to possible dangerous situations, • Comfortable with heights and able to climb stairs/ladders, • Work in confined spaces, • Operating and driving a vehicle for extended periods of time on possible rough terrain, • Sitting for extended periods. Bending, reaching, kneeling, and use of a step ladder at times, • Ability to work in inclement weather and/or extreme weather-related conditions, • Required to wear PPE/Safety gear at specific times, • Ability to wear an N-95 mask when required Benefits, • Competitive hourly rate based on experience, • Company truck, test equipment, and PPE provided, • Paid per diem/travel, if applicable, • Medical, dental, and vision benefits with company contributions, • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account-healthcare/dependent care accounts, • Retirement plan with matching contributions, • Generous paid time off policy, flexible paid holidays, • Short & Long-term disability, • Company paid group life & voluntary life insurance options, • EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Powered by JazzHR GswozchGaF