POC Automation Specialist

Overview

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Opportunity Snapshot:

• Compensation: $51.00/hour, DOE
• Location: Carlsbad, NM
• Work Schedule: M-F / 40 hours+
• Assignment Duration: 12 months+
• Benefits: Comprehensive insurance, 401(k) program, PTO & Holidays, Company Vehicle

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, program, maintain, and troubleshoot automation and control equipment
• Provide on-site support for automation systems, RTUs, field instrumentation (level, pressure, flow, vibration)
• Ensure compliance with corporate and industry standards for process control
• Utilize CMMS (SAP) for maintenance tracking
• Maintain and repair POC systems including Lufkin 1.0, 2.0, and Weatherford
• Follow proper PLC programming standards and Management of Change (MOC) procedures
• Recommend and implement improvements for instrumentation/control systems

Qualifications

• 2-year Instrumentation or Automation Technology degree (GPA 2.5+) OR Equivalent technical experience and strong safety record, or GED
• 5+ years in oil field automation
• 1+ year in upstream oil and gas automation
• Intermediate experience with RTUs, analog/discrete instrumentation, and communication protocols (serial, Ethernet)
• Basic ability to maintain and troubleshoot POC systems (Lufkin/Weatherford)
• Understanding of AC/DC circuits
• Familiarity with API, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Windows OS
• Qualified to work on electrical systems up to 480V (training & PPE provided)
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and from aerial manlifts
• Willing to work 12-hour shifts including weekends, holidays, and be part of an on-call rotation
• Experience with Rosemount systems
• Ability to read P&IDs, wiring diagrams, Cause & Effects, and control narratives
• Troubleshooting of networks (ControlNet, Ethernet I/P, RF comms, fiber optics, switches)
• Strong knowledge of Function Block, Ladder Logic, and Structured Text programming

The Bergaila Way:

The Bergaila Companies is a nationally recognized leader in providing staffing services to all sectors of the energy industry. We continually focus on partnering with talented professionals, engineering the perfect fit between our clients and employees. Choosing a career path with Bergaila grants you immediate access to nationally recognized organizations we partner with. Bergaila consistently attracts and retains its Employees with our dedicated internal service team, top tier benefits programs for contractors and their families, and commitment to place you in the desired career of your choice.

Client Overview:

Our Client is a global international energy exploration and production company and one of the largest oil producers in the United States.  Founded in 1920, our client’s technical expertise and proven ability to deliver lasting results are the hallmark of their international success.  While manufacturing the building blocks for life-enhancing products, our client utilizes leading edge technologies that grow their business and simultaneously help to advance a lower-carbon world.