Field Service Technician - Controls

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interface with relevant departments to obtain a thorough understanding of NOV products and how they are safely operated, tested, calibrated and problems are resolved in a timely manner.
• Travel to customer sites to inspect, install, commission, test, calibrate, repair and train customers on the safe and proper operation of NOV products.
• Perform field upgrades of software and hardware and train customers on how to properly operate the system.
• Communicate field failures and feedback reports to the appropriate departments.
• Complete and submit field service documentation in a timely manner.
• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

FACILITY / GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare for service jobs including downloading drawings, software, and all procedures required.
• Install, commission, troubleshoot, and repair NOV Control Systems (Amphion, CyberBase, EDA, KEMS).
• Install, commission, troubleshoot, and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Step 7, Direct Soft, and Allen Bradley.
• Install, commission, troubleshoot, and repair VFD and / or SCR.
• Work in repair shop as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Microsoft Office knowledge is required.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics required.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical / electronic / control circuits required.
• Ability to utilize various electrical diagnostic tools including multimeters, oscilloscope, and basic hand tools required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working on and troubleshooting PLCs, electrical components, and oilfield equipment required.
• Working knowledge of Direct Soft, Step 7, and Amphion software preferred.
• Land Rig experience preferred.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must provide transportation from home to the office. Transportation to customer’s location will be provided.
• 24 / 7 on-call
• Work in harsh environments including rain, snow, heat, and heights in excess of 150 feet.
• Ability to pass a drug screen & background check.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS : (visit for more information about our benefits offerings)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) as of your first date of hire for as little as $125 per pay period (
• Employees and their spouse enrolled in a medical plan can receive up to $350 (pre-tax) each per year for participating in Choose Well-being Rewards.
• FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical / dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
• FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date).
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.
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