Looking for a career opportunity? Come join ONEOK as an Automation Technician within our Natural Gas Gathering & Processing division. Candidates must live within the large area of North Texas or be willing to relocate. Experience with system automation, instrumentation, electric, programmable logic control systems (PLC), distributed control systems (DCS), calibrations, and troubleshooting equipment in compressor stations is a plus. ONEOK offers generous health benefits, 401k, life insurance, LTD/STD, paid time off benefits, and more. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to work at a Fortune 500 company, apply today!
Job Profile Summary
The Automation Technician executes routine automation and control system tasks with minor variation, adjusting methods to resolve common operational issues. This role supports daily field operations and I&E. Must be able to work in a team and independently, often under minimal direct supervision.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot routine DCS, PLC, and SIS components
Support control system hardware, software, and basic network infrastructure
Identify inefficiencies or minor issues in existing automation processes and escalate as needed
Assist with documentation, calibration activities, and equipment installation
Support onboarding and knowledge transfer for new team members
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree, vocational training, or technical certification in instrumentation, electronics, or automation preferred
Work Experience
1–3 years of relevant automation, instrumentation, or industrial controls experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic knowledge of automation and control systems
Ability to perform routine troubleshooting with guidance
Understanding of safety, compliance, and operating procedures
Ability to communicate effectively within the work group
Ability to manage assigned tasks and follow priorities
Licenses and Certifications
None required
Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements
Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Frequently)
Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Occasionally)
Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Constantly)
Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Constantly)
Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Constantly)
Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)
Working Conditions/Environment
Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Working Conditions
Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)
Outdoor weather conditions (Occasionally)
Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Occasionally)
Extreme cold (not weather related) (Occasionally)
Extreme heat (not weather related) (Occasionally)
Dust, fumes, gases (Occasionally)
Moving mechanical parts (Occasionally)
Potential electric shock (Occasionally)
Prolonged exposure to vibration (Occasionally)
High pitched noises/loud noises (Occasionally)
Unprotected heights (Occasionally)
Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
Travel
Some travel required.
Driving
Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license
ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.
The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.
ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547.
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Expected Salary Range
$80,000.00 - $120,000.00
At ONEOK (NYSE: OKE), we deliver energy products and services vital to an advancing world. We are a leading midstream operator that provides gathering, processing, fractionation, transportation, storage and marine export services. Through our approximately 60,000-mile pipeline network, we transport the natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), refined products and crude oil that help meet domestic and international energy demand, contribute to energy security and provide safe, reliable and responsible energy solutions needed today and into the future.
As one of the largest diversified energy infrastructure companies in North America, ONEOK is delivering energy that makes a difference in the lives of people in the U.S. and around the world.
