What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Tech position at RWDY Inc?
Compensation: $60.00/hour -
$125 / Day Truck Allowance
Job Title: Automation Technician
Location: Center, TX
Schedule: Monday–Friday (5/2) | Call-out rotation required once trained
Minimum of 5-10 Years Experience!
Position Overview
The Automation Technician provides Automation and I&E (Instrumentation & Electrical) support to East Texas Operations – Haynesville Shale. This role installs, maintains, and troubleshoots field automation systems including PLCs, transmitters, communications equipment, HMI components, and SCADA infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is safety-driven, technically strong, comfortable working independently in field environments, and experienced with oil & gas production equipment and automation controls.
Key Responsibilities
Automation & Controls
– ABB TotalFlow
– Fisher ROC
– Red Lion DA70 (Crimson 3.1 / 3.2)
– Fisher Easy Drives (dump valves)
– VanZandt actuators
– Kimray electric actuators
Communications & SCADA
$125 / Day Truck Allowance
Job Title: Automation Technician
Location: Center, TX
Schedule: Monday–Friday (5/2) | Call-out rotation required once trained
Minimum of 5-10 Years Experience!
Position Overview
The Automation Technician provides Automation and I&E (Instrumentation & Electrical) support to East Texas Operations – Haynesville Shale. This role installs, maintains, and troubleshoots field automation systems including PLCs, transmitters, communications equipment, HMI components, and SCADA infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is safety-driven, technically strong, comfortable working independently in field environments, and experienced with oil & gas production equipment and automation controls.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot Automation & I&E equipment (PLCs, transmitters, communications hardware, HMIs)
- Support field operations with automation upgrades, controls adjustments, and system repairs
- Utilize SCADA systems for monitoring and operational decision support
- Perform Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures on equipment as required
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture at all times
- Work collaboratively with field operations and experienced Automation/I&E personnel
- Assist with general operations duties as assigned
- Participate in call-out rotation after adequate training (nights, weekends, holidays)
- Work extended hours or late shifts as needed
Automation & Controls
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair:
– ABB TotalFlow
– Fisher ROC
– Red Lion DA70 (Crimson 3.1 / 3.2)
- Basic understanding of PLC ladder logic, function block programming, and reading P&IDs
- Experience with data collection workflows including Sparkplug MQTT drivers (Ignition)
- Troubleshoot electrical circuits, RTUs, transmitters, and control wiring
- Knowledge of field devices including electric actuators:
– Fisher Easy Drives (dump valves)
– VanZandt actuators
– Kimray electric actuators
Communications & SCADA
- Knowledge of field communications devices: Freewave, XetaWave, Red Lion, ABB, GE MDS
- Ability to monitor and operate SCADA-based systems
- Understanding of plunger lift, choke controls, separator dump controls, pressure management
- Experience supporting amine plant controls, safety systems, and production facility operations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Willingness to learn from senior Automation & I&E personnel
- Must work safely in H2S environments while wearing SCBA
- Must pass Fit Test and Work at Heights certification
- Ability to work in extreme outdoor conditions
- Red Lion DA70 data collection & screen building
- Building Ignition (SCADA) integrations using Sparkplug MQTT
- Demonstrated field experience in oil & gas automation and production systems
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