Access Control Technician

About the job: 
Kent is looking for an Access Control Technician to work on site at Kearl near Fort McKay, Alberta. The role supports the safe and reliable operation of public address and general alarm (PAGA) and electronic access control systems through preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, repair, and testing, working with the site telecom maintenance team.
 

Skills and Responsibilities: Responsibilities:

• Maintain, inspect and troubleshoot PAGA equipment, including speakers, amplifiers, microphones, control panels and associated cabling.
• Maintain and troubleshoot access control equipment, including card readers, controllers, door interfaces, associated power supplies and cabling.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and functional testing; diagnose faults and complete corrective work within the authorized scope.
• Coordinate alarm and access control testing with operations and site security to manage service interruptions and maintain site protection.
• Support installations, equipment replacements and approved system changes; verify proper operation and document completed work.
• Record work orders, test results, equipment defects and maintenance history; maintain accurate technical records and identify spare-parts requirements.
• Work safely with 12V, 24V and 48V DC power systems and follow applicable electrical safety procedures.
• Fabricate, mount and secure hardware for field installations.
• Interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams and standard operating procedures.
• Perform basic IP network configuration and troubleshooting for connected devices.
• Assist other disciplines on-site as required.
• Ability to work at heights using aerial work platforms (AWPs); valid Fall Protection certification is required.
• Follow site permit, isolation and safe-work procedures; promptly report hazards and faults affecting emergency communications or site access.
• Previous experience working with Genetec security systems is considered an asset.

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience: 
Knowledge/ Qualification/ Training/ Certification: 
•    Relevant technical diploma, trade qualification, or equivalent practical experience in telecommunications, electronics, or a related discipline
•    Experience maintaining and troubleshooting PAGA and electronic access control systems in an industrial environment
•    Ability to read technical drawings and schematics, use diagnostic test equipment, and work with low-voltage cabling, power supplies and network-connected devices.
•    Familiarity with maintenance work-order processes and technical documentation. 
 

Communication:
•    Communicate clearly with the site telecom maintenance team, operations, security, and vendors. Provide accurate fault reports, work updates, and shift handovers; explain system issues and coordinate testing with affected users.
•    Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication.

 

Behavior/Core Competencies:
•    Demonstrate a strong safety focus, sound troubleshooting judgment, attention to detail, and accountability for work quality. 
•    Work effectively both independently and within a team; prioritize maintenance needs and escalate issues beyond assigned authority.
 

HSSEQ:
The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country. 
 

Details about the role: 
Location: Kearl site, Fort McKay, Alberta - on site. 
Relocation required: N/A 
Travel required: Yes, travel to site on a 14/14 shift is required
Contract type: Permanent full-time
Experience level: 5+ years

About you:

Join us. Unleash your energy within.

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs:

As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING

Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us:

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:

We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.  

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.