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Oscar Montanez

Midland,TX

Summary

Hands-on Automation Technician with experience installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting industrial automation and instrumentation systems in oil & gas and industrial environments. Skilled in RTU panel installation, Battery backup (120VAC-24VDC), field instrumentation, ESP and VFD integration, and control signal communications. Strong understanding of electrical troubleshooting, loop checking, and field startup processes with a focus on safety, reliability, and efficient system operation.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Automation Technician

Tradewind Controls
02.2025 - Current

-Installed, wired and commissioned RTU panels such as Flo Boss 3000, and Roc800s for oil & gas applications. Installed components such as I/O modules,RS-485 cards for new builds and retro fits on Tank batteries and Satellites.

-Installed, terminated, and troubleshoot field instrumentation including:

-Pressure, temperature, and level transmitters

-Tuning forks, tank radars, and level switches

-Water, oil, and gas metering systems

-Performed field wiring, cable routing, and loop checks to ensure accurate signal transmission and system reliability.

-On hand with communication systems and control signals between field devices and control equipment (run commands, fault status, and speed reference signals).

-Worked with ESP systems, including setup of kill functions using Tiny Gateways, I/O modules, and relays.

-Integrated and troubleshot VFDs and VRUs with control systems for safe startup and operation.

-Assisted with commissioning and startup activities, ensuring systems met operational and safety standards.

-Diagnosed instrumentation and automation issues in the field using troubleshooting best practices and electrical testing tools.

-Maintained accurate documentation of wiring, device configuration, and commissioning results.

Grout Technician

Iron Horse Energy Services
01.2024 - 02.2025

-Performed precision grouting for rotating and stationary equipment in refinery and gas processing environments

-Prepared, mixed, and applied cementations and epoxy grout according to engineering specifications and manufacturer guidelines

-Installed grout for pumps, compressors, motors, skids, pipe supports, and structural bases

-Verified equipment alignment, elevation, and leveling prior to and after grout placement

-Operated grout pumps, mixers, and injection equipment while monitoring pressure and material consistency

-Conducted surface preparation including cleaning, form building, and containment setup to ensure proper bonding

-Worked alongside millwrights, pipefitters, and maintenance teams during equipment installation and turnarounds

-Followed refinery and chemical plant safety procedures, including PPE, permit-to-work systems, and confined space requirements

-Performed quality checks to ensure proper curing, void elimination, and structural stability

-Maintained tools and equipment while ensuring clean and organized work areas

Powerline Technician Hand

West Texas Utility
03.2023 - 01.2024

-Assisted in the installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground power lines

-Supported line crews with pole setting, wire pulling, and hardware installation

-Terminated electrical disconnects and assisted with wiring and electrical connection to Transformers

-Operated hand tools, power tools, and bucket truck equipment safely and effectively

-Performed grounding, bonding, and electrical safety procedures during installations

Gas Lift Hand

Liberty Lift
06.2022 - 03.2023

-Assembled, tested, and calibrated gas lift valves per engineering specifications

-Performed pressure testing, leak testing, and troubleshooting of gas lift equipment

-Inspected, repaired, and refurbished returned gas lift tools

-Maintained inventory and documented testing data and certifications

-Ensured compliance with safety procedures during high-pressure testing operations

Skills

    -RTU Panel Installation & Commissioning

    -Oil & Gas Instrumentation

    -Field Wiring & Terminations

    -4–20 mA Analog Signals

    -Digital I/O Systems

    -ESP Control Integration

    -VFD & VRU Communications

    -Loop Checks & Startup Support

    -Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

    -Relay Logic & I/O Modules

    -Control Wiring & Schematics

    -Field Device Calibration

Timeline

Automation Technician

Tradewind Controls
02.2025 - Current

Grout Technician

Iron Horse Energy Services
01.2024 - 02.2025

Powerline Technician Hand

West Texas Utility
03.2023 - 01.2024

Gas Lift Hand

Liberty Lift
06.2022 - 03.2023
Oscar Montanez