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Automation Technician (Kittanning, PA)

Location: 

Kittanning, PA, US, 16201

Company Name:  ExxonMobil

 

About us

 

For well over a century, ExxonMobil has been at the heart of creating and growing a modern world. We embrace the power and promise of technology, pushing the boundaries of what's possible. For billions around the world, lives are better and last longer because of the innovative problem solving and reliable energy we provide. And when it comes to developing industrial solutions to reduce carbon emissions, ExxonMobil is truly the leader.

We don't stop at "good enough." We are committed to doing what's right, even if it's difficult or unpopular. We hold ourselves to high standards, challenge what's possible and invest in innovation to meet society's critical needs.

Real change begins with bold questions, drive, and ambition. Here, your talent, determination and contributions shape how far you'll go and the impact you'll make along the way.

Our future success depends on exceptional people. We invest in developing talent through meaningful work, challenging assignments, mentorship, and experiences that help build the next generation of leaders.

 

Our Culture

We are uniquely ExxonMobil. Integrity, care, excellence, resilience and courage, these core values determine how we work every day. At ExxonMobil, our values aren't just words— they're how we show up, focused on delivering the right answer, the right way, every day.

What role you will play on our team

  • An Automation Technician is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of instrumentation and automation systems for Oil and Gas operations.
  • Automation Technician will have on call responsibilities and work in a team environment. 

 

What you will do 

  • Troubleshoot all field and Station Instrumentation
  • Troubleshoot Control and Electrical systems. (RTUs, transmitters, control wiring)
  • Troubleshoot control networks for Well Pads & Tank Battery. ( HART, ModBus, Ethernet I/P, Network Switches, Fiber optics, Cellular)
  • Works Safely around instrumentation and electrical systems
  • Work 5 days a week Monday thru Friday with times being on call (including weekends)

 

About you


Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • 5 years of experience as an IC&E Technician, Automation Technician or an associate’s degree in Instrumentation, Controls or Electrical Systems
  • Basic understanding of the Process of Oil Field Delivery Systems from Well Pad to Tank Battery to Central Delivery
  • PLC knowledge; including ladder logic (Modicon and Allen Bradley a plus)
  • Experience with Rosemount 107 and 800 series RTU’s
  • Experience with transmitters and Hart protocol a plus
  • Knowledge of control valves and positioners
  • Knowledge of control loops
  • Solid Troubleshooting/Communication skills


Job Requirements

  • Ability to plan daily work activities in accordance with established Company and Regulatory procedures  
  • Ability to communicate (read, write, and speak) effectively 
  • Ability to operate hand tools or other equipment to accomplish assigned tasks
  • Able to use Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain a consistent safe work ethic
  • Must be willing and able to attend/complete required training courses  
  • Must be willing and able to work in small team environments  
  • Must be willing and able to work in various locations, both indoors and outdoors, in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures
  • Must have safe driving skills 
  • Must possess a valid driver's license

Your benefits

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

We offer you:

  • Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
  • Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
  • Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
  • Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

 

Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law and local collective bargaining agreements.

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Corporate Separateness

Nothing herein is intended to override the corporate separateness of local entities. Working relationships discussed herein do not necessarily represent a reporting connection, but may reflect a functional guidance, stewardship, or service relationship.

Exxon Mobil Corporation has numerous affiliates, many with names that include ExxonMobil, Exxon, Esso and Mobil. For convenience and simplicity, those terms and terms like corporation, company, our, we and its are sometimes used as abbreviated references to specific affiliates or affiliate groups. Abbreviated references describing global or regional operational organizations and global or regional business lines are also sometimes used for convenience and simplicity. Similarly, ExxonMobil has business relationships with thousands of customers, suppliers, governments, and others. For convenience and simplicity, words like venture, joint venture, partnership, co-venturer, and partner are used to indicate business relationships involving common activities and interests, and those words may not indicate precise legal relationships

 

Pre-Employment Testing Guidance

This Operations and Mechanical (O&M) position requires pre-employment testing. After applying you will receive a pop up giving you access to the assessment. You may take the assessment at that time or utilize the instructions below to access the assessment at a time convenient for you.  Note that the assessment must be completed by the deadline in order for you to be considered for the O&M position for which you have applied.

 

IMPORTANT

 

The O&M test has been revised.  Effective December 1, 2021 ALL candidates must complete the revised assessment.  Even if you have tested within the last 365 days (passed or failed), if you tested before December 1, 2021, you must complete the revised assessment to be considered for this O&M opportunity.  Failure to complete the assessment by the deadline will result in your disqualification from consideration for this position.  The assessment is the same for all O&M requisitions.  If you have completed the assessment after December 1, 2021, your assessment results will be mapped to this requisition when you try to access the test. Test passed candidates will be screened by the hiring team and a subset invited for interview.  Note that a satisfactory result on the assessment does not guarantee an interview.   

 

PLEASE COMPLETE THE ASSESSMENT BY:  Friday, September 18, 2026. @ 11:59 P.M. CST               

 

Instructions to Access the Assessment After Applying (If you missed the pop up)

Online Practice Tests can be found here: Practice Tests and Assessments | SHL

 

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Nothing herein is intended to override the corporate separateness of local entities. Working relationships discussed herein do not necessarily represent a reporting connection, but may reflect a functional guidance, stewardship, or service relationship. 

 

Exxon Mobil Corporation has numerous affiliates, many with names that include ExxonMobil, Exxon, Esso and Mobil. For convenience and simplicity, those terms and terms like corporation, company, our, we and its are sometimes used as abbreviated references to specific affiliates or affiliate groups. Abbreviated references describing global or regional operational organizations and global or regional business lines are also sometimes used for convenience and simplicity. Similarly, ExxonMobil has business relationships with thousands of customers, suppliers, governments, and others. For convenience and simplicity, words like venture, joint venture, partnership, co-venturer, and partner are used to indicate business relationships involving common activities and interests, and those words may not indicate precise legal relationships.


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