About Us
As an energy service company, Noralta Technologies USA provides a combination of patented technology and service that supports energy producers throughout the United States and Western Canada. Noralta strives to create an atmosphere and culture that embraces work/life balance, an understanding of what our employees require to be successful, and where hard work and commitment is rewarded with advancement opportunities. Noralta is in its 31st year in business providing service to the energy industry.
Why Work Here
Our Instrument Technicians experience every aspect of the trade from pneumatics to SCADA, so each day offers variety and challenge. Surrounded by co-workers who are engaged in the community, our employees take pride in the work that they do and the company that they work for.
What Our Work Looks Like
This is a full-time position based in the Hobbs, NM area, supporting operations throughout the Permian Basin. We seek Instrument Technicians with relevant commercial, industrial, and oilfield experience. With a consistent focus on safety, cost control, and client satisfaction, the Instrument Technician will also have a history of producing quality work with attention to detail that meets or exceeds client needs. Selected candidates can be expected to:
- Install, calibrate, and maintain field instrumentation including pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters
- Inspect, test, and troubleshoot control valves and actuators (Kimray or equivalent), diagnosing faults using pneumatic, electrical, and electronic test equipment and precision calibration tools (HART communicators, deadweight testers, calibration pumps)
- Install and maintain process control instrumentation on production equipment including separators, treaters, and tank batteries
- Perform mechanical work associated with instrument repair and modification, including removal and installation of small-bore piping, tubing, and fittings
- Rebuild and calibrate transmitters and control valves, and tune loop controllers for accurate process response
- Support EFM/EGM (electronic flow/gas measurement) equipment and assist with AGA-standard measurement compliance where applicable
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on instrumentation andmeasurement equipment
- Complete all required written and electronic documentation of work in progress and as completed, including work orders, maintenance reports, calibration records, and material requests
Qualifications
- Instrument Technician with hands-on field experience calibrating and repairing pressure, temperature, level, and flow instrumentation in an oilfield or industrial setting is a must
- Working knowledge of loop tuning, control valve diagnostics, and HART-based calibration tools
- Technical school diploma or certification in Instrumentation, Electronics, or a related field preferred
- Familiarity with EFM/EGM measurement equipment an asset
- Strong computer skills with a high level of interest in learning Noralta's proprietary applications
- Current H2S Alive certification and OSHA 10 (or willingness to obtain) would be an asset
Personal Qualities
- Proud of the work that you do
- Go the extra mile to finish what you start
- Openly share your ideas
- Clear respect and support for the complementary trades
- Ability to see around the corner — taking a safe approach in everything that you do
Additional Details
- Comprehensive company benefit plan
- Company vehicle (fully tooled)
- Tool allowance
Please Note
For your safety and the safety of everyone around you, the following will be required:
- Valid Driver's License and clean Driving Record
- Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol testing
- Pre-employment Background and Social Media Check
- Two professional references
We thank all applicants for their interest in Noralta Technologies USA, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Location:
- Hobbs, NM 88244 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
