ONEOK

Midstream service provider

ProcessControlTechnician

$93–139k Midland, Texas, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Process Control Technician at ONEOK. Skills: Process control, DCS/PLC systems, System maintenance. Maintain and troubleshoot BPCS, SIS, DCS, and PLC. Monitor hardware diagnostics”

Industry & Context.

Midstream service provider
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis

Eligibility Requirements

Responding to after-hours calls, DOT covered functions, Physical lifting

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Completion of a Technical degree or Certification Program in Process and Instrumentation controls, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, 3 - 5 years related work experience industrial programming experience or electrical and instrumentation skills with a developed skill for programming, Experience modifying, maintaining and installing process control computer system applications, specifically, BPCS, SIS, DCS/PLC and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) system software and hardware, Experience on Allen Bradley, Modicon, Delta V, Clear SCADA, or Honeywell systems with documented training courses, Training and experience relative to Process control system operations and file structures, Training and experience relative to Designing, coding and networking process control programs, Training and experience relative to Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Training and experience relative to Database management, Experience reading and interpreting repair orders, mechanical drawings, P&ID’s, procedures, charts, diagrams, dials, gauges, and equipment manuals, Experience and training related to Gas processing fundamentals, Experience and training related to Computers and related software, Experience and training related to Governmental rules, regulations, and (electric) codes, Experience and training related to Safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems, Experience and training related to Design and safeguarding safety systems, Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, computer printouts, system requirements and programs, contracts, manuals, policies and procedures, Experience preparing and composing file, record, and screen layouts, reports, project proposals, training outlines, manuals, procedures and correspondence, Experience developing presentations, 5 years experience in PLC and DCS system maintenance, Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining online process control systems

Nice to Have

Experience on Allen Bradley, Modicon, Delta V, Clear SCADA, or Honeywell systems with documented training courses, 5 years experience in PLC and DCS system maintenance, experience in troubleshooting and maintaining online process control systems preferred

What You'll Do.

Maintain and troubleshoot BPCS

Monitor hardware diagnostics

Respond to and clear faults

Perform software maintenance

Perform repairs and upgrades

Perform routine PM’s of DCS/PLC systems

Inspect climate controls

Perform filter maintenance

Respond to after-hours calls

Serve as main point of call for DCS/PLC

Maintain and archive programs

Document and follow backup systems/procedures

Develop best practice procedures

Develop documentation for DCS/PLC systems

Ensure standard work processes site wide

Develop and review controls narratives

Ensure DCS/PLC systems meet expectations

Perform lifecycle maintenance of existing DCS/PLC systems

Assist I/E Engineer in developing lifecycle assessments

Monitor system health

Schedule and plan projects for systems

Assist with project lead duties on DCS/PLC projects

Serve as liaison for project needs

Act as first point of contact for projects

Add additional logic or I/O additions

Serve as subject matter expert on DCS/PLC programs

Assist in implementation of new control schemes

Assist in migration plans

Ensure proper operations of facilities

and troubleshoot switches and routers

Program necessary DCS/PLC logic additions for projects

Liaise with 3rd party integrators

Liaise with system vendors

Implement work on the system

Respond to operations requests for assistance

Assist with control issues

Perform graphics modifications

Provide general control improvement recommendations

Assist in development of programming standards

Assist in development of best practices

Work closely with operators

Work closely with process engineers

Work closely with maintenance techs

Ensure smooth operation of plants

Ensure efficient operation of facilities

Respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions

Follow safety precautions

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with asset stake Managers; Work with Process Supervisors; Work with Engineering; Work with Instrumentation Technicians; Work with Control Room operations; Work closely with operators; Work closely with process engineers; Work closely with maintenance techs; Liaise with 3rd party integrators; Liaise with system vendors

Communication Scope

Oral presentations; Conducting meetings

Process & Methodology

Project lead duties

Full Job Description

## **#WeAreONEOK** – **Fortune 500 company. 100 + years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused. ** **JOB SUMMARY** Looking for more than just a job? At ONEOK, you’ll find work that matters, long-term stability, competitive rewards, and a safety-first team that has your back. We work hard, build strong relationships, and do the job right guided by innovation, inclusion and diversity, ethics, and excellence. **Job Profile Summary** Direct responsibility for working with asset stake holders; Managers, Process Supervisors, Engineering, Instrumentation Technicians and Control Room operations to optimize plant and pipeline efficiency through the maintenance, development, and effective modification of process control systems; Basic Process Control System (BPCS), Safety Instrumented System (SIS), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems and Advanced Process Controls (APC). **Essential Functions and Responsibilities** * Daily maintenance and troubleshooting of BPCS, SIS, DCS, and PLC platforms (Allen Bradley, Modicon, Delta V, Clear SCADA, etc.) * Including hardware diagnostic monitoring (responding and clearing of faults, battery issues, etc.) * Software maintenance, including repairs and upgrades * Routine PM’s of DCS/PLC systems (inspection of climate controls, filter maintenance, monitoring of scan times, etc * Responding to after-hours calls of DCS/DCS/PLC system issues and emergencies * Main point of call for issues concerning DCS/PLC systems * Program maintenance and archiving to ensure that the latest programs are always available * Appropriate backup systems/procedures are documented and followed * Development of best practice procedures and documentation surrounding DCS/PLC systems to ensure standard work processes site wide * Develop and review controls narratives to ensure DCS/PLC systems meet operations, safety, and compliance expec

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