Job Description

Position Overview

The Field Electrician (I&E Technician) is responsible for supporting daily oil and gas production operations through the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems in upstream field environments.

This role is strictly for candidates with direct oil and gas field experience. The position works at well sites, tank batteries, and production facilities to ensure all electrical, control, and automation systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Core Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems across oil & gas production facilities
• Troubleshoot electrical issues on pump jacks, motors, VFDs, compressors, and artificial lift systems
• Maintain and troubleshoot Motor Control Centers (MCCs) and power distribution systems
• Install and maintain control panels, field wiring, and instrumentation systems
• Perform electrical maintenance on tank batteries, separators, heaters, and LACT units
• Diagnose issues using multimeters, meggers, and field diagnostic tools
• Maintain and troubleshoot SCADA systems and field automation equipment
• Calibrate and service instrumentation (pressure, temperature, level transmitters)
• Support well hookups, facility construction, and production optimization projects
• Ensure compliance with oilfield safety standards and company policies
• Document all maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs

Qualifications

Required (Non-Negotiable)

• 3+ years of hands-on electrical experience specifically in oil & gas field operations
• Proven experience working on well sites, tank batteries, and production facilities
• Strong knowledge of three-phase power, AC/DC systems, and oilfield production equipment
• Experience troubleshooting pump jacks, VFDs, compressors, and motors in oilfield settings
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and field wiring diagrams
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to remote field locations

Preferred

• I&E Technician experience in upstream oil & gas
• Experience with SCADA, PLCs, and automation systems
• Electrical license or certification
• Experience with artificial lift systems and production optimization

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on oilfield experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays

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