ConocoPhillips is a leading oil and gas company, based in Loving, NM, and is hiring an Automation Technician III for contract positions. The Automation Technician will be providing the Automation department with critical day-to-day troubleshooting and support for SCADA field hardware, communications.

Key Accountabilities

• 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

Required and Preferred Skills and Experience

• 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
• Associate degree or Trade Certificate or higher in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Technology or foreign equivalent
• 5+ years experience in the automation field
• 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)

ConocoPhillips contract opportunities are for project-based or other short-term engagements that require specialized skills. Successful candidates for contract opportunities will not be considered employees of ConocoPhillips or any of its subsidiaries nor will candidates be eligible for employment benefits. Candidates looking for regular full-time employment opportunities should begin their search here: https://careers.conocophillips.com/