Smart Plant Instrumentation Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Are you ready to travel the country as an I&E Technician at Ergon, Inc? This isn't just a job; it's an exhilarating adventure in the natural resources industry! With a competitive pay scale of $38 - $52 per hour, your skills will be recognized and rewarded. You'll work alongside a vibrant team that believes in fun and forward-thinking, all while tackling unique challenges with your problem-solving skills. This position will report to our location in Ennis, TX. A travel premium of an additional $5 per hour on top of your base pay applies when you're working outside of the shop location.

Your expertise isn't just valued; it's essential for creating a safer and greener future. Embrace the opportunity to grow with a company that champions integrity and selfless leadership. Your path to empowerment starts here! You can get great benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, vacation, holidays, sick leave and life insurance. Dental and long-term disability insurance are offered. Any offer of employment will be contingent on a routine background check, a pre-employment drug screen and an acceptable motor vehicle report. We are an EEO/AAP employer. Unleash your potential and apply today!

Why Ergon?

Ergon supports employees' professional growth, empowers them to lead, innovate and serve, and embraces Selfless Leadership by focusing on the greater good.

Make a Difference as an I&E Technician

As an I&E Technician at Ergon, Inc., you can look forward to an engaging day-to-day experience filled with hands-on tasks and continuous learning! Your journey will include routine inspections and maintenance of instrumentation and electrical equipment across the network such as devices for level, flow, pressure, and temperature, along with VFDs, valve actuators, PLCs, and HMI/SCADA systems, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. You'll install, maintain, troubleshoot, and commission electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems in field and facility environments and collaborate closely with your team and plant operations to utilize your troubleshooting skills to solve problems.

Enjoy the stability of a guaranteed 40-hour workweek with a flexible schedule - work four 10-hour days (4/10s) from late spring to early fall, giving you long weekends! Weekend and after-hours callouts periodically occur, but overall travel typically follows a Monday-through-Friday schedule, allowing you to enjoy your evenings and weekends. Plus, with the potential for over 300 hours of overtime annually, you'll have ample opportunities to refine your expertise.

Due to the nationwide spread of our facilities, this position requires up to 75% travel. Trip duration is capped at 2 weeks for the rare jobs that extend through the weekend.

Job Duties

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and commission electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems in field and facility environments
• Configure instruments and devices for level, flow, pressure, and temperature, including VFDs, valve actuators, PLCs, and HMI/SCADA systems
• Perform loop checks, functional testing, and calibration of field devices
• Interpret and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs
• Respond to service calls and emergency breakdowns to minimize downtime
• Collaborate with engineers, automation teams, and operators on system upgrades, optimizations, and preventive maintenance
• Maintain detailed work records, service logs, and compliance documentation
• Support spare parts and equipment inventory management
• Promote safe work practices and compliance with company safety programs and industry regulations (NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA)
• Oversee work orders in SAP/MaintainX from initiation to completion
• Promote teamwork, a positive attitude, and a culture of high performance
• Available for out-of-town and overnight assignments
• Perform other maintenance duties as requested

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of instrumentation and control system experience in oil & gas, chemical, or process industries
• Hands-on experience with smart field devices (Emerson/Rosemount, Micro Motion, VEGA, Endress+Hauser)
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley and other control platforms (hardware and system support)
• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems (Ignition & PanelView preferred)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals
• Working knowledge of signal types (4–20 mA, HART, Modbus, etc.) and communication protocols
• Strong troubleshooting skills for wiring, loop integrity, and device communications
• Knowledge of safety procedures, lockout/tagout, and hazardous area classifications

Preferred Skills:

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, or Automation
• Experience with CMMS such as SAP & MaintainX
• NFPA 70E Certification

At Ergon, we live by our core values:

• Empowered Service: Together, we're committed to delivering unparalleled service. We do what's right, provide solutions, and foster stronger relationships with our teams and customers. Employee safety is our top priority and the first consideration in all aspects of our service. That's empowered service.
• Selfless Leadership: We lead with compassion and put those around us before ourselves. We don't say we're experts; we demonstrate it through technical expertise, category innovation, and care for what we do. We call this selfless leadership.
• Purposeful Growth: We believe employee and company growth go hand in hand. We build our legacy together to ensure future success through purposeful growth. The company has continually reinvested tremendously back into the business, not just growing for the sake of growing but growing carefully and strategically.
• Respectful Relationships: Together, we foster a culture of respect, acceptance, and diversity of ideas and people. Our differences make us stronger. We're united by our shared values, constantly forging respectful relationships.

Come and join the Ergon team!

We are an EEO/AAP employer.

Job Role: I&E Technician

Location: Ennis, TX

We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If you're passionate, driven and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Don't wait –– apply now and take the first step toward a fulfilling career with endless possibilities. Let's work together to make great things happen.