Automation and Instrumentation Technician

Job Location: High River, AB 
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available: Rotating 12 hour shift (four (4) days on, five (5) days off, five (5) days on, four (4) days off)
Compensation: $44.30/hr

Benefits Information

• Benefits are based in our Collective Bargaining Agreement 


• Paid Vacation 


• Extended Health & Dental


• Vision Care


• Pension Plan


• Short-term Disability and Life Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Tuition Reimbursement

Principal Accountabilities

• Install, inspect, calibrate, maintain, and repair industrial instrumentation and control equipment


• Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and automated control systems


• Maintain and support process control systems, instrumentation networks, and electrical control panels


• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop drawings, and technical manuals


• Install, configure, and troubleshoot instrumentation including: Pressure transmitters, Flow meters, Temperature sensors (RTDs and thermocouples), Level transmitters, Control valves and actuators


• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on instrumentation and automation equipment


• Calibrate and validate process instrumentation to ensure accurate operation and compliance with specifications


• Support commissioning, testing, and startup of new equipment and automation projects


• Diagnose and resolve equipment failures to minimize downtime


• Assist with PLC programming modifications and system upgrades


• Maintain documentation, maintenance records, calibration records, and equipment histories


• Ensure compliance with company safety standards, policies, and regulatory requirements


• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Industrial Automation, or related field


• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in industrial manufacturing environment


• Strong knowledge of industrial automation and control systems


• Experience working with: Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs, Siemens PLCs, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Ethernet/IP and industrial communication networks


• Ability to calibrate and troubleshoot a wide range of process instrumentation


• Experience with electrical control panels and industrial electrical systems


• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills


• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs


• Proficient with testing and calibration equipment


• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems


• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications related to automation and instrumentation technician

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.