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I&C Technician

Red Rock, OK · On-site

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Assists entry level technicians. * Performs general maintenance ... Or * High School Diploma/GED And 1 year experience in Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial ...

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Carlsbad, NM · On-site

Possess entry level integrator skills and uses engineering design documents to commission control ... Provide on-site automation support for upstream onshore oil and gas producing operations. * Serve ...

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Electrician

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Plains is a leading North American pure‑play crude oil company, and we're looking for an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to join our Fort Laramie, Wyoming, operations. Reporting to the ...

Danos, LLC

Automation Specialist

Carlsbad, NM · On-site

Possess entry level integrator skills and uses engineering design documents to commission control ... Provide on-site automation support for upstream onshore oil and gas producing operations. * Serve ...

Danos, LLC

Automation Specialist

Carlsbad, NM · On-site

Possess entry level integrator skills and uses engineering design documents to commission control ... Provide on-site automation support for upstream onshore oil and gas producing operations. * Serve ...

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Power Plant Engineer, Entry Level

Mckittrick, CA · On-site

... instrumentation systems. * Support control system modifications, alarm management, operator ... Participate in condition monitoring programs, including vibration analysis, thermography, oil ...

Flywheel Energy

Measurement Technician

Parachute, CO · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

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AspectEntry Level Oilfield InstrumentationEntry Level Oil & Gas Field Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma, technical certifications in instrumentationHigh school diploma, technical certifications in oilfield operations
Work EnvironmentOilfield sites, industrial facilities, equipment monitoringOilfield sites, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting
Industry UsageFocus on instrumentation systems, sensors, control devicesBroader role including equipment repair, safety procedures
Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level roles in oilfield techCommonly searched alongside instrumentation roles

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I&C Technician

Red Rock, OK • On-site

OG&E
Utilities • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

JOB INFORMATION
  • Job Title: I&C Technician II (or) I&C Technician I
  • Grade: Technical 41 (or) Technical 39
  • Job Code: 127967 (or) 127966

JOB SUMMARY
** This job is being posted across two skill levels (Level I and Level II). Applicants will be considered only for the higher of the two levels in which they qualify. **
Maintains, calibrates and troubleshoots power plant control systems in support of efficient generation of power under varying conditions.
LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY
  • Performs responsibilities with standardized processes. Works under general supervision. Resolves routine questions and problems using basic principles of field. Refers the more complex issues to higher levels. Generally follows established procedures to accomplish requirements of job. Some latitude for deviation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Assists entry level technicians.
  • Performs general maintenance, configuration and calibration of process and safety instrumentation utilized in the multitude of processes involved in electrical generation.
  • Schedules and coordinates daily activities with supervisor.
  • Provide general troubleshooting and programming modifications for Programmable Logic Control/Distributed Control Systems and HMI systems.
  • Perform required testing of various process instruments and safety systems such as ESD, fire detection and gas detection systems.
  • Completes and publishes calibration and testing reports for documentation purposes.
  • Troubleshoots and maintains all AC/DC control circuits and components.
  • All other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS
LEVEL I
  • Associate's Degree in a technical discipline; Or
  • High School Diploma/GED And 1 year experience in Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial Controls, Or
  • A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial Controls field, Or
  • Prior military service for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214.

LEVEL II
  • Associate's Degree in a technical discipline, And 1 year experience in Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial Controls; Or
  • High School Diploma/GED And 3 years experience in Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial Controls; Or
  • Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214 and 2 years experience in Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial Controls.
  • A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in an Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial Controls field is equivalent to 1 year of Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial Controls experience.
  • Experience must include 1 year Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial Controls experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing.

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • May be required to work overtime and weekends and holidays.
  • May be required to work non-standard work schedules to include on-call and call-outs.
  • May require travel.
  • May be required to work at heights up to and exceeding thirty (30) feet, underground and in confined spaces.
  • May be exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather.
  • Required to work in a multi-craft crew including Mechanics, Electricians, Insulators, Instrument & Controls Technicians, and Machinist who work together to support the operations of the plant.
  • May be required to cross-train in various crafts and operation departments at various times of the year.
  • May work under hazardous conditions where physical danger exists due to mechanical equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - LIFTING AND OTHER WEIGHT REQMTS
    General Requirements
  • Occasionally:Sitting
  • Occasionally:Crawling
  • Occasionally:Repetitive Motions
  • Frequently:Standing
  • Frequently:Walking
  • Frequently:Pushing
  • Frequently:Pulling
  • Frequently:Climbing
  • Frequently:Stooping
  • Frequently:Kneeling
  • Frequently:Crouching
  • Frequently:Reaching
  • Frequently:Grasping
  • Frequently:Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
    • Lifting & Other Weight Requirements
  • Frequently:Lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Frequently:Carrying up to 50 lbs

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
  • Other - Some members in this position may be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.
  • The operation of equipment, machinery or power tools;
  • Repairing, maintaining or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage;
  • Performing firefighting duties - Fire fighter duties does not include responding to incipient stage/coal fires;
  • The extraction, compression, processing, manufacturing, handling, packaging, storage, disposal, treatment or transport of potentially volatile, flammable, combustible materials, elements, chemicals or any other highly regulated component;
  • The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)
  • Demonstrated strong ability to comply with safety policies and seen as a leader in IIF (Incident and Injury Free).
  • Strong knowledge of fundamental instrumentation and control concepts.
  • Strong knowledge of maintenance, testing, installation and repair of many types of instrumentation and control components.
  • Ability to communicate with individuals at various levels throughout the organization.
  • Basic computer skills using MS Office.
  • Strong knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers/Distributed Control Systems and Human Machine Interface equipment and the ability to make minor programming changes under engineering guidance.
  • Ability to read and interpret detailed instrumenation and control drawings.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude in the use of hand tools.
  • Ability to take on additional responsibility.
  • Strong knowledge of AC/DC control circuits and components.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • Required Certifications/Licensures:(Valid Driver's License)

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)
  • Pre-Employment Drug Screen
  • Pre-Employment Physical
  • Audiogram Baseline
  • Respiratory History
  • Job Specific Physical Assessment
  • All positions in which driving is an essential function of the job, regardless if the job code is marked safety sensitive or not, will also be included as safety sensitive. Individuals in positions in which driving is an essential function are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.'s Drug Testing Plan.
  • This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.'s Drug Testing Plan.

SALARY RANGE
Level I: $62,587 - $78,333
Level II: $75,046 - $93,746

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