Overview / Responsibilities Looking for a career opportunity? Come join Wood as an Automation Technician in Odessa, TX. Wood offers health benefits, 401k, vacation and more. Qualified canidadte will provide the Automation department with critical day-to-day troubleshooting and support for SCADA field hardware, communications, and related software. You will work closely with vendors, contractors, and operations field staff on the direct support of all aspects of field SCADA equipment.
Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required.
- Align with all applicable DOT and OSHA regulations, NEC/NFPA requirements, and safety policies and procedures
- Lead with a focus on safety, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance and actively participate in Safety Action Plans
- Follow company energy isolation procedures (LOTO)
- Perform installation, calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of automation equipment
- Apply expertise for installation, calibration, maintenance, and repairs of instrument, communication, and electrical equipment
- Execute planned maintenance checks and calibration and timely submits appropriate reports
- PLC installation, troubleshooting, and programming
- Build and respond to SAP notifications and process work orders
- Maintain current and accurate documentation of maintenance activities
- Minimize downtime and unsafe conditions by performing preventative and predictive maintenance
- Maintain technical and administrative records, including prints and project reports
- Initiate Management of Change requests for proposed changes to equipment, instrumentation, and programs
- Assist supervisors in changing technology/budget requirements
- Drive collaboration throughout the area of responsibility
Skills / Qualifications Basic/Required:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as a permanent resident, refugee or asylee
- Current/valid driver's license
- 3+ years of relevant automation work experience
- Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform/comply with following:
- Climb various ladders and stairs up to 50 feet in height to perform maintenance on equipment
- Raise and transport articles weighing up to 50 pounds
- Walk, stand, stoop, sit, climb, and carry material daily on even and uneven terrain
- Work outside in harsh weather conditions
- Work alone a high percentage of the time
- Wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Work unscheduled overtime
- 1+ years of experience with communication equipment (Cell Modems, Radios, Network Switches, etc...)
- 1+ years of experience with Allen Bradley, Fisher Roc, Automation Direct, ABB, SCADAPack, Redlion (i.e., PLC's, HMI's, drives, etc.)
- 1+ years of experience in PLC programming
- Basic level of knowledge with electrical systems
- Strong Troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read and understand electrical drawings (i.e., P&ID's, C&E's)
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Company Overview Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement (EEO) We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
