Field Service Technician
Quick Summary
Measurement Systems & Equipment Install, commission, and start up: ACT (Lease Automatic Custody Transfer) units Crude oil, produced water, and NGL meter skids Gas meter runs (orifice, ultrasonic,
OSHA 10/30, H2S, Safeland/PEC, Arc Flash, TWIC Lean / Six Sigma or reliability experience Education and Training High School Diploma or GED require
We are seeking a highly skilled Field Service Technician to support the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of oil & gas measurement and automation systems, including LACT units, meter skids, NGL skids, and gas meter runs.
This role requires a strong foundation in electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical systems, along with the ability to diagnose complex field issues, improve system reliability, and deliver high-quality service to customers in demanding field environments.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is committed to safety, precision measurement, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
~1 min readInstall, commission, and start up:
- ACT (Lease Automatic Custody Transfer) units
- Crude oil, produced water, and NGL meter skids
- Gas meter runs (orifice, ultrasonic, Coriolis, thermal mass)
- Perform meter proving, calibration, and system validation in accordance with API and AGA standards
- Troubleshoot and repair:
- Flow meters (Coriolis, ultrasonic, turbine, PD)
- Control valves, regulators, and back pressure valves
- Pumps, motors, and mechanical components
- BS&W equipment, sampling systems, and analyzers
- Install, commission, and troubleshoot:
- Electrical systems (up to 480V), MCCs, and control panels
- PLCs, RTUs, flow computers, and HMI systems
- VFDs, transmitters (pressure, temperature, flow, level), and I/O systems
Diagnose faults using:
- Multimeters, megohmmeters, and diagnostic tools
- Electrical schematics, loop diagrams, and P&IDs
- Ensure proper grounding, bonding, and compliance with electrical and safety standards
- Respond to scheduled and emergency service calls across the Permian Basin
- Execute work safely using LOTO, JSAs, permits, and energized work procedures
- Interface directly with customers, providing technical expertise and professional service
- Generate detailed service reports including:
o Root cause analysis
o Failure modes
o Corrective actions and recommendations
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime
- Identify recurring failures and drive root cause solution
o Standard work development
o Troubleshooting guides and checklists
o First-time fix rate improvements
o Reducing variation
o Improving uptime
o Enhancing service quality
- 5+ years of field service experience in oil & gas, measurement, or industrial environments
o Industrial electrical systems (480V and below)
o Measurement systems and instrumentation
- P&IDs
- Electrical schematics and loop diagrams
Experience working independently in remote field locations
Valid driver’s license required, with the ability to maintain a clean and safe driving record.
Requirements
~1 min read- Experience with LACT units, meter skids, or gas measurement systems
- Flow computer experience (ABB, Emerson ROC & FB3000, OMNI, WAGO, etc.)
- PLC/HMI experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, IDEC, Red Lion, Beijer, etc.)
- VFD experience (ABB, Danfoss, Rockwell, Schneider, LS, Benshaw, etc.)
- Familiarity with API and AGA standards
- Certifications: OSHA 10/30, H2S, Safeland/PEC, Arc Flash, TWIC
- Lean / Six Sigma or reliability experience
- Frequent travel across the Permian Basin, STX, SE NM. (up to 90-95%)
- Work outdoors in extreme conditions (heat, cold, dust, wind)
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. (12 kg); frequently up to 50 lbs. (23 kg); and occasionally up to 100 lbs. (45 kg). (Above 100 lbs. help will be required)
- Climb ladders, structures, and equipment
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Technical or vocational training in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Industrial Maintenance preferred
- Equivalent field experience or 5–10 years in a similar technical role accepted.
o Overtime
o On-call rotations
o Nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Compliance with all company policies, including Drug & Alcohol policy.
- Ability to work safely and collaboratively.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
What We Offer
~1 min readLocation & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- July 31, 2026
- First seen
- September 25, 2026
- Last seen
- September 26, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 20%
- Scored at
- September 26, 2026
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