Automation Technician
Danos
Automation Technician
Danos
End-to-end energy services, safely delivered
The Automation Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automation and control systems supporting oil and gas production operations. This position works with field equipment, instrumentation, PLC/RTU systems, and SCADA communications to ensure production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently.
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automation and control equipment on oil and gas production facilities.
Install, configure, calibrate, and test instrumentation and automation devices.
Troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and associated communication equipment.
Work with pressure, temperature, level, and flow instrumentation.
Troubleshoot control valves, transmitters, switches, sensors, and actuators.
Diagnose electrical, instrumentation, communication, and control-system issues.
Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on automation equipment.
Support automation associated with wells, tank batteries, separators, compressors, pumps, SWDs, and other production equipment.
Assist with new equipment installations, startups, commissioning, and system upgrades.
Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and control schematics.
Document repairs, maintenance activities, equipment changes, and troubleshooting findings.
Respond to field callouts and automation-related production issues as needed.
Follow all company safety procedures and applicable electrical and operational standards.
Previous automation, instrumentation, I&E, or controls experience within oil and gas production required.
Experience troubleshooting PLCs, RTUs, SCADA, and field instrumentation.
Working knowledge of electrical and electronic control systems.
Ability to troubleshoot automation issues independently in a field environment.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel between field locations as required.
Ability to work outdoors and respond to callouts when necessary.
Danos provides end-to-end integrated service solutions for the energy and industrial sectors, focusing on safely delivering projects on time and within budget. Its offerings cover a range of field services, maintenance, and project execution, coordinated to work together as a single package rather than in separate contracts. The company emphasizes strong safety performance, a values-based culture, and high levels of employee engagement and training to ensure consistent quality and reliability. What sets Danos apart is its commitment to safety and people—embedding training and a collaborative culture to earn customer trust and loyalty, rather than relying on a single product or service. The goal is to be a trusted industry partner that consistently delivers dependable results for clients by prioritizing safety, open communication, and meticulous execution.
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