Automation Technician

Company Information

QB Energy is a Denver-based upstream natural gas company committed to delivering value through responsible acquisition development and production that benefits both shareholders and stakeholders by operating efficiently sustainably and with cutting-edge technology.

QB Energy operates in the Piceance Basin of Western Colorado currently operating about 400000 net acres. The company develops and operates upstream gathering compression processing and fractionation assets with a focus on safety environmental stewardship and community engagement. Initiatives such as zero-flaring methane emissions reduction water recycling and wildlife mitigation help minimize footprint while maximizing long-term value.

Automation Technician 1

Job Summary

An Automation Technician 1 is essential for installing terminating calibrating programming and maintaining measurement well optimization and communication devices that provide real time information to operators engineers and management. The Automation Technician will work closely with field operations to prioritize daily activities and must do so while following all applicable safety protocols.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Maintain and repair equipment essential to well automation water pumping systems water injection facilities communication sites and pipeline automation.

Monitor and troubleshoot Communication Errors using CygNet Rocklink etc.

Install configure troubleshoot and repair field automation.

Implement repairs on field automation equipment (RTUs Radios Multi-Variable Sensors Control Valves Tank Gauge Systems Pressure and Temperature Transmitters)

Read and understand electrical schematics ladder diagrams and mechanical drawings.

Effectively organize plan prioritize document and complete work with a minimum of supervision

Assure that regulatory and environmental compliances are upheld.

Maintain Automation Preventive Maintenance spreadsheet.

Recognize Hazards and report such Hazards.

Maintain JSA and LOTO paperwork as required.

Qualifications

Education

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Industry Experience

Instrumentation and Control experience is preferred.

2-year experience in gas and oil operations

Skills & Abilities

A good safety record as this is a safety sensitive position.

Ability to work in a team environment take directions from supervisors keep required job schedules focus on details and follow work rules.

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Motivated and a Self-Starter. Take pride and responsibility for attention to details.

Licenses/ Certifications:

• Valid drivers license with motor vehicle records acceptable by QB Energys insurance carrier.

Compensation

The base compensation for this role in this location is targeted between $32.00 - $36.50 per hour. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the range listed above.

Automation Technician 2

Job Summary

Automation Technician 2 is essential for installing and maintaining measurement well optimization and communications that provide real time information to operators engineers and management. This role performs regular maintenance and repairs to minimize interruption of data for SCADA Measurement Production Accounting Marketing and Revenue.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Effectively organize plan prioritize document and complete work with a minimum of supervision.

Work in a team environment take direction from supervisor keep required job schedules focus on details and follow work rules.

Maintain and repair equipment essential to well automation water pumping systems water injection facilities communication sites and pipeline automation.

Monitor and troubleshoot Communication Errors using CygNet Rocklink PCCU etc.

Install configure troubleshoot and repair field automation

Assure that regulatory and environmental compliances are upheld

Maintain Automation Preventive Maintenance spreadsheet

Must recognize Hazards and report such Hazards

Maintain JSA and LOTO paperwork as required.

Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or GED required

Technical Degree or equivalent is preferred

Industry Experience

Instrumentation and Control experience is a plus

5 years experience in automation and/or electric installation and maintenance; or 7 years of automated gas well operation.

Skills & Abilities:

Ability to apply and follow all safety requirements

Ability to implement repairs on field automation equipment (RTUs Radios Multi-Variable Sensors Control Valves Tank Gauge Systems Pressure and Temperature Transmitters)

Ability to read and understand electrical schematics ladder diagrams and mechanical drawings.

Specialized knowledge:

Fisher ROCs Auto Pilots Weatherford/KimRay Ferguson/PCS and Total Flow experience is preferred

Familiar with MDS iNet-II TransNet 9810 and 9710X Radios

PLC Ladder Logic experience is a plus

Licenses/ Certifications:

Valid Drivers License with motor vehicle records acceptable by QB Energys insurance carrier

Compensation

The base compensation for this role in this location is targeted between $35 and $41 per hour. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the range listed above.

Automation Technician 3

Job Summary

Automation Technician 3 is essential for installing and maintaining measurement well optimization and communications that provide real time information to operators engineers and management. Since Automation is in harsh environments it is critical to perform regular maintenance and repairs to minimize interruption of data for SCADA Measurement Production Accounting Marketing and Revenue.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Ability to effectively organize plan prioritize document and complete work with a minimum of supervision.

Ability to work in a team environment take directions from supervisors keep required job schedules focus on details and follow work rules.

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Motivated and a Self-Starter. Take pride and responsibility for attention to details.

Ability to train operators in the areas of EHS maintenance and well optimization.

Maintaining and repair equipment essential to well automation water pumping systems water injection facilities communication sites and pipeline automation.

Monitor and troubleshoot Communication Errors using CygNet Rocklink etc.

Ability to install configure troubleshoot and repair field automation

Assure that regulatory and environmental compliances are upheld

Maintain Automation Preventive Maintenance spreadsheet

Ability to be available for an on-call schedule and overtime

Ability to recognize Hazards and report such Hazards

Maintain JSA and LOTO paperwork as required.

Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent with 10 years of O&G experience in electrical or instrumentation maintenance and repair required or

Technical Degree in mechanical/electrical studies or related field or graduation from a trade school specializing in computer programming IT and automation; or combination of formal education.

Industry Experience

Instrumentation and Control experience is a plus.

8 years experience in automation and/or electric installation and maintenance; or 10 years of automated gas well operation.

Skills & Abilities:

A good safety record as this is a safety sensitive position

Ability to implement repairs on field automation equipment (RTUs Radios Multi-Variable Sensors Control Valves Tank Gauge Systems Pressure and Temperature Transmitters)

Ability to read and understand electrical schematics ladder diagrams and mechanical drawings.

Specialized knowledge:

Fisher ROCs Auto Pilots Weatherford/KimRay Ferguson/PCS and Total Flow experience is preferred

Familiar with MDS iNet-II TransNet 9810 and 9710X Radios

PLC Ladder Logic experience is a plus

Licenses/ Certifications:

Valid Drivers License with motor vehicle records acceptable by QB Energys insurance carrier

Compensation

The base compensation for this role in this location is targeted between $42 and $50 per hour. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the range listed above.

Benefits and Perks

As an employee of QB Energy youll enjoy an impressive benefits package:

• Medical Plan: QB Energy offers multiple medical plans to choose from
  • Lowest level plan premiums are covered at 100% for employees and dependents
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Long-term disability life insurance and AD&D covered by QB Energy
• 401k plan: QB Energy matches 100% employee contributions up to the first 6% of compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Gym membership reimbursement

Work Conditions

Location:

This position is in Parachute CO. Candidates currently residing in locations outside of daily commuting distance will be considered however it is the expectation that the selected individual will be available at the work location.

Work Environment:

This is a full-time position that operates in a field environment. The role requires flexibility to work weekends nights holidays and handle callouts as needed. Employees must be able to work and drive in various weather conditions including extreme temperatures wind snow and rain. Overtime may occasionally be required resulting in extended work shifts. Individuals must possess the physical ability to safely handle the tools necessary to perform their duties. This position is subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing.

Physical Demands:

In the performance of the duties and responsibilities of this job the employee is required to have visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle and view a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time. While at work sites the employee will be expected to walk and stand. Individuals might be asked to climb balance stoop kneel crouch reach and/or crawl. Individuals might be required to lift carry push or pull up to 50 the performance of this position.

Additional Information

Disclaimer:

This job posting is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The Company reserves the right to change or assign additional duties responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.

Hiring Practices:

QB Energy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race color religion national origin age sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status ancestry physical or mental disability genetic information veteran status gender identity or expression sexual orientation or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal state and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact HR Manager at .

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