3rd and 4th Year Instrumentation Apprentices

PTW Energy Services; Wabasca-Desmarais; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Retirement plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus program

Starter Toolkit

Job summary

PTW Energy Services in Canada is seeking an Apprentice Instrumentation Technician to support installation, calibration, and testing of industrial instrumentation on construction projects. You will work with emissions monitoring equipment, transmitters, analyzers, and PLCs, learning from experienced technicians.

This role requires 3rd or 4th-year apprentice status, safety certifications, reading schematics, good communication, and a readiness to work shifts, overtime, and weekends while upholding

Qualifications

• Indentured 3rd or 4th year Apprentice Instrument Technician with provincial regulatory body preferred.
• Basic knowledge of industrial instrumentation and electrical principles (voltage/current).
• Valid safety certifications (H2S Alive, Fall Protection, First Aid) and CSTS 2020.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, testing, and calibration of industrial instrumentation and control systems.
• Support calibration of process instrumentation including transmitters, analyzers, valves, controllers, PLCs, relays.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, schematics, manuals, and control system documentation.

Skills

Apprentice Instrument Technician

P&ID reading

Electrical fundamentals

H2S Alive & safety certs

Driver's license

Shift flexibility

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

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 an Apprentice Instrumentation Technician to join our team on various construction projects. The Apprentice Instrumentation Technician supports the delivery of safe, high-quality work with a strong focus on client satisfaction, and attention to detail, contributing to reliable results that meet and exceed client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with, installation, testing, and calibration of industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems, including emissions monitoring equipment (CEMS)
• Support the installation, and calibration of process control instrumentation such as transmitters, analyzers, control valves, controllers, PLCs, and relays
• Assist with instrumentation work supporting power generation and industrial equipment, including gas turbines, generators, and plant auxiliary systems
• Assist with rebuilding and calibrating instrumentation components in accordance with manufacturer specifications
• Read and interpret P&IDs, schematics, manuals, and control system documentation
• Support operations and coordinate with internal teams and external contractors during installations and start-ups
• Perform all work in compliance with company values, Health & Safety standards, and OHS regulations
• Other duties as required

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Indentured 3rd or 4th year Apprentice Instrument Technician with provincial regulatory body preferred
• Basic knowledge of industrial instrumentation and electrical principles (voltage and current)
• Valid H2S Alive, Fall Protection, Standard First Aid (Level A or C with CPR/AED), and CSTS 2020.
• Able to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs
• Exposure to Allen-Bradley PLCs and basic control systems
• Experience or familiarity with power plants, gas plants, or industrial facilities
• Able to use test and calibration equipment and common hand tools
• Strong communication, teamwork, initiative, and safety awareness
• Valid driver's licence
• Flexible availability for shift work, overtime, and weekends, with a strong focus on safety and self-direction

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $34.00, commensurate with experience and certification
• 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
• Apprenticeship tuition reimbursement program
• Starter Toolkit available for purchase for those entering the trades

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.

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