Introduction

📍 Location: Carlsbad, NM📄 Contract: 1-year renewable contract
🚙 Transportation: Agency truck provided

We are looking for an experienced Field Operator / Automation Technician to support Oil & Gas operations in Southeast New Mexico. This is a hands-on field role supporting the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automation, instrumentation, electrical, and communication equipment.

What are you going to do 

  • Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair Automation and I&E equipment in the field.
  • Work with PLC components, wired and wireless transmitters, communication equipment, and HMIs.
  • Use SCADA systems to monitor field operations and equipment.
  • Troubleshoot PLCs, ABB TotalFlow systems, Fisher ROC systems, transmitters, and electrical circuits.
  • Support and troubleshoot communication systems, including FreeWave, XetaWave, Red Lion, ABB, Cambium, and fiber optic systems.
  • Perform Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures when required.
  • Understand and support Oil & Gas production equipment and operations.
  • Promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
  • Work effectively as part of a team while also being able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Perform other operational duties as needed.

Additional Requirements

  • Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures.
  • Ability to obtain certification for working at heights and using fall protection.
  • Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation after training, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Flexibility to work late when operational needs require it.
  • Self-starter with the ability to take direction and learn from experienced personnel.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Previous experience in Oil & Gas automation, instrumentation, electrical, or field operations.
  • Hands-on experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing PLCs and automation equipment.
  • Experience with ABB TotalFlow, Fisher ROC, transmitters, and electrical components.
  • Experience with SCADA systems and field communication equipment.
  • Understanding of electrical circuits and troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of Oil & Gas production equipment and operations.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Safety-focused and able to follow established procedures.

What we offer

Closing: 23 October 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: TR-298074

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Corporate recruiter

Rachel Marques

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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