Automation Technician

Job Description: The Automation Technician performs high‑skill work in the inspection, calibration, repair, testing, adjusting, installation and removal of electronic equipment and systems. This position works closely with Automation specialists to ensure quality repairs, device installations and integration of the automation systems and other equipment while maintaining and modifying components to full service capacity. The Automation Technician must possess skills to perform electrical troubleshooting, installs and repairs. Duties & Responsibilities Work safely at all times. Perform accurate timekeeping in the HR management system and submit on time per payroll deadlines. Provide electrical installation and maintenance of automation systems. Manage instrumentation calibrations, wireless instrumentation and solar‑powered systems. Design, develop and maintain technical and operations documentation for each facility and other end users using the Automation system. Assist the IT department in troubleshooting and maintaining internet connection and equipment at each facility for the Automation system and other critical systems. Order, manage installation and maintain inventory of automation devices including motor controllers, drives and PLC equipment used at the facilities. Maintain regular attendance at the worksite. Take callouts on evenings and weekends. Understand and utilize the internal CMMS ticket system and external support for devices. Coordinate networking TCP/IP with the internal IT department. Verify third‑party work including materials, proposals and invoices, and coordinate start and completion schedules. Interface with other groups within the company (Operations, EHS, GIS, Accounting, Engineering, etc.) to ensure user needs are met. Develop and maintain training tools to help other engineers, operators and controllers maintain and operate the system and facilities. Assist with installations, commissioning, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting of automation systems. Qualifications Knowledge of relationships between database, programs and GUI systems. Electrician skills capable of interpreting one‑line electrical drawings, P&ID’s, and troubleshooting 480/220V electrical circuits using multimeters and meg‑ohm meters. Wide range of knowledge with most rotating equipment, hydraulic and electrical systems. Experience with camera equipment, systems and analytics. Proficiency with Windows‑based devices, scanners and printers. Ability to read and understand blueprints. Good knowledge of MS Office, Word, and Excel. Strong problem‑solving capabilities. Ability to work overtime as necessary. Ability to represent the company positively, both internally and externally. Ability to work respectfully and cooperatively with fellow employees and customers. Experience/Education: RTU’s, VFD’s, PLC programming (Idec, ScadaPack, AllenBradley), communication protocols and radio communications. Requires an Automation Technician certification or apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience. Oilfield experience is preferred. Valid driver’s license is required. Travel up to 10% required and ability to travel to field locations where the environment may vary significantly. Physical Requirements The employee must frequently position, transport and/or move up to 40pounds, stand, walk, move across large areas including uneven terrain, be stationary for long periods, work in confined or restrictive spaces, ascend stairs or ladders, work atop tanks, traverse metal walkways at heights, balance with equipment, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms above the head and to the ground, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push and pull material and equipment, communicate verbally and in writing, operate a motorized vehicle, move around in an office environment, and perform repetitive motions. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Work involves using the computer and phones to access information. Working Environment The work environment includes occasional office exposure, high or precarious placements, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, extreme cold or heat, and frequent exposure to electrical shock. Equal Opportunity & Accommodations NGL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. NGL will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. NGL is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to request an accommodation due to a disability. Legal Notice NGL participates in the federal E‑Verify program. To learn more about E‑Verify, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr