Automation Technician

Job description

3116232
Additional Cities

Pleasanton
Career Level

Entry-Level
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Oil & Gas
Business Segment

Oil & Gas Oilfield Services
Function

Services
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

Texas
Postal Code

78064
Role Summary/Purpose

The Automation Technician will service and maintain Lufkin Automation equipment under the direct supervision of the Field Services leader.
Essential Responsibilities

In the role of Automation Technician, you will:

·  Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical / electronic equipment

·  Perform on-site installation of electrical / electronic equipment, conduit, etc.

·  Use various electronic equipment and tolls including auto cranes, stud guns, etc.

·  Recognize and assess a variety of well optimization issues, either on own or by calling other technical specialists
Qualifications/Requirements

·  High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution

·  Minimum 1 years of experience in automation, instrumentation and/or field service

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

·  Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Masters Electrical License)

·  Work overtime, weekends and holidays, as required

·  Work in a constant pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, bending and other physical activities

·  Be in the shop environment a minimum of 8 hours per day, primarily standing and sitting, as required

·  Lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Desired Characteristics

·  Troubleshooting skills

·  Basic computer skills such as experience with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

·  Ability to work independently

·  Oilfield experience

·  Experience working with variable speed drives

·  Automation and instrumentation experience
About Us

Baker Hughes, a GE company (NYSE:BHGE) is the world’s first and only fullstream provider of integrated oilfield products, services and digital solutions. Drawing on a storied heritage of invention, BHGE harnesses the passion and experience of its people to enhance productivity across the oil and gas value chain.

BHGE helps its customers acquire, transport and refine hydrocarbons more efficiently, productively and safely, with a smaller environmental footprint and at lower cost per barrel. Backed by the digital industrial strength of GE, the company deploys minds, machines and the cloud to break down silos and reduce waste and risk, applying breakthroughs from other industries to advance its own.

With operations in over 120 countries, the company’s global scale, local know-how and commitment to service infuse over a century of experience with the spirit of a startup – inventing smarter ways to bring energy to the world.

Follow Baker Hughes, a GE company on Twitter @BHGECo, or visit us at BHGE.com.
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Primary Country

United States