PLC Programmer

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Opportunity Snapshot:

Compensation:

$69/hour,

DOE Location:

Carlsbad, NM Work Schedule:

M-F / 40

hours+

Assignment Duration:

12 months+

Benefits:

Comprehensive insurance, 401(k) program, PTO & Holidays Responsibilities Responsibility of maintaining and repairing a wide array of automation and electrical equipment associated with upstream onshore oil and gas producing operations Provide on-site automation support for upstream onshore oil and gas producing operations Serve as technical resource for facility controls systems and field instrumentation including level, pressure, flow, vibration, and other instruments Ensure maintenance activities are executed in compliance with relevant industry and corporate Process Control standards Follow PLC programming practices, standards, and MOC procedures Identify problem areas with instrumentation and control systems to determine strategic improvement opportunities Leverage CMMS, such as SAP, to facilitate the processes of maintenance operations Qualifications 2-year Instrumentation or Automation technology degree with a GPA of 2.5 or higher (or foreign equivalent), or equivalent technical working experience with a good track record of safety 7+ years of experience working as an Automation Specialist and 5+ years of Oil Field experience Mastery knowledge of well RTU designs, programming and troubleshooting. Mastery knowledge of analog and discrete instrumentation, and various serial and ethernet communications protocols Mastery knowledge of technical standards and guidelines (API, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA, etc.) Advanced knowledge of maintaining PLC programs in function block, ladder logic, and structured text Advanced knowledge of maintaining local HMI operator interfaces Ability and willingness to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and participate in an on-call rotation. Schedules may vary depending on location Ability and willingness to travel to unassigned job areas on an as-needed basis Ability and willingness to work under air (fit test) and work from aerial manlift platform Works safely around instrumentation and electrical systems. Capable of working responsibly with limited supervision Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Windows Operating Systems Experience with Allen-Bradley & Rosemount Able to read, understand and red-line Cause & Effects, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, control narratives, etc Advanced ability to troubleshoot control networks for well sites, well pads, tank battery, saltwater disposal and compressor stations. (ControlNet, Ethernet I/P, Network Switches, fiber optics, RF communications) Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with management, technical, and field personnel Builds positive relationships based on trust and seeks collaboration across organizational boundaries to achieve goals Listens actively and invites new ideas for exchanged opinions, then influences and acts to drive positive performance and achieve results High School diploma or GED required

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.