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Journeyman Instrumentation Technician

  • Fort Mckay 174, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job type
Full-time
Posting language
English
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Company Overview

PTW is a leading provider of electrical and instrumentation services. We hire skilled tradespeople who value safety, quality, and career growth.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician to join our team on various construction projects. The Instrumentation Journeyman is committed to delivering safe, high-quality work that meets and exceeds client expectations. This role requires a strong focus on safety, and customer satisfaction, along with proven experience producing accurate, detail-oriented work in support of client needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, test, and calibrate industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems, including continuous emissions monitoring (CEMS)
  • Perform installation and calibration, of process control instrumentation such as transmitters, analyzers, control valves, controllers, PLCs, and protective relays
  • Support and maintain power generation and industrial equipment, including gas turbines, generators, and plant auxiliary systems
  • Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, control system drawings, manuals, and technical documentation
  • Coordinate with operations, maintenance, engineering teams, and external contractors during installations, start-ups, and shutdowns
  • Communicate equipment condition, safety concerns, and job status clearly to operations and supervision
  • Perform all work in compliance with Health & Safety standards, OHS regulations, and company policies
  • Other duties as required

Qualifications / Requirements

  • Journeyman Instrumentation Technician certificate; Red Seal Instrumentation Technician certification preferred
  • Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation, electrical principles, voltage/current relationships
  • Valid H2S Alive, Fall Protection, Standard First Aid (Level A or C with CPR/AED), and CSTS 2020
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems (programming and troubleshooting)
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs
  • Experience in gas plants, power plants, or industrial manufacturing environments
  • Proficient with test and calibration equipment (multimeters, loop calibrators, oscilloscopes)
  • Skilled using hand tools and electrical tools for installation and maintenance
  • Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Flexible availability for shift work, overtime, and weekends, with a strong focus on safety and self-direction

Compensation & Benefits

  • Rate: $47.30 - $54.55 Based on Experience
  • Shift: 7 on and 7 off
  • Travel Allowance:$300
  • Accommodations: Camp Provided
  • Overtime opportunities paid at 1.5x the regular hourly rate.
  • Comprehensive extended health benefits after 3 months, including dental and vision coverage, physiotherapy, massage therapy, and mental health support, etc.
  • Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program, offering up to $1,000 per successful referral.

Why Work For PTW

Build Your Trade. Build Your Future. Join PTW Energy Services and turn a job into a long-term career. We are the largest Electrical and Instrumentation contractor in Western Canada with 40 locations and nearly 2,000 workers, we have the scale to keep our crews working. That means steady work, strong leadership, and real opportunity.

To recognize and celebrate employees who exemplify our values, we've established dedicated programs such as our Quarterly Employee Appreciation Recognition Awards, Safety Rewards Program and Milestone Achievement Program, ensuring that excellence, safe work and tenure are consistently acknowledged and never go unnoticed.

How To Apply

Click Apply Now or visit our Careers page at https://ptwenergyca.acquiretm.com/home.aspx

For questions, contact: Claire Sherwood, 403-200-7196, csherwood@ptwenergy.com

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Responsibilities

Install, test, calibrate, and maintain industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems, including process control equipment, CEMS, and power generation systems. Interpret technical drawings, coordinate with operations and project teams, communicate equipment and safety status, and complete work in compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Requirements

Requires a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician certificate, with Red Seal certification preferred, and experience in industrial, gas plant, or power plant environments. Candidates need PLC, DCS, and HMI troubleshooting skills, proficiency with calibration tools and technical drawings, required safety certifications, a valid driver's licence, and flexibility for shifts, overtime, and weekends.

Skills

  • Industrial Instrumentation
  • Electrical Systems
  • Control Systems
  • Instrumentation Installation
  • Testing and Calibration
  • PLC Programming and Troubleshooting
  • DCS and HMI Systems
  • Reading P&IDs and Electrical Schematics
  • Process Control
  • Protective Relays
  • Power Generation Equipment
  • CEMS
  • Use of Test and Calibration Equipment
  • Safety Compliance
  • Technical Documentation
  • Teamwork and Communication

Benefits

  • Travel Allowance
  • Camp Accommodation
  • Overtime Pay
  • Extended Health Benefits
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Physiotherapy
  • Massage Therapy
  • Mental Health Support
  • Retirement Savings Plan With Employer Matching
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program

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Hiring contact

Claire Sherwood

Hiring contact email

csherwood@ptwenergy.com

Categories

  • Trades
  • Energy
  • Engineering
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing

Keywords

  • Journeyman Instrumentation Technician
  • Red Seal
  • Industrial Instrumentation
  • Electrical Systems
  • Control Systems
  • Process Control
  • Transmitters
  • Analyzers
  • Control Valves
  • Controllers
  • Allen-Bradley PLCs
  • DCS
  • HMI
  • Protective Relays
  • Gas Turbines
  • Generators
  • P&IDs
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Multimeters
  • Loop Calibrators
  • Oscilloscopes
  • H2S Alive
  • Fall Protection
  • Standard First Aid
  • CSTS 2020
  • OHS Regulations
  • Gas Plants
  • Power Plants
  • Industrial Manufacturing

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