Apprentice Instrumentation Technician (Day Shift)

Startec Compression & Process Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Calgary is looking for an Apprentice Instrumentation Technician. The role offers hands-on learning in a dynamic work environment with an emphasis on safety and quality. Candidates should have a background in instrumentation and strong troubleshooting skills.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Training opportunities

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• 2 years of industrial instrument construction/manufacturing experience.
• Fabrication shop experience is an asset.
• Well organized, strong communication skills, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support the installation, testing, calibration, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation.
• Keep detailed records of installation and testing activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Strong instrument and electrical troubleshooting skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Instrumentation Technician Apprentice 3rd year or greater

Job description

ABOUT US:

Startec Compression & Process is dedicated to providing innovative solutions to meet your unique challenges and opportunities. We are an integrated project and engineering equipment fabricator specializing in the modularized design and packaging of process, refrigeration, and rotating equipment solutions. Most of our solutions are related to Energy Transition and carbon reduction industries.

BEHAVIORAL ASSESSMENT:

All applicants must complete the Traits and Behaviors Assessment below when submitting their application. Please proceed using the link: https://app.traits.com/survey/a56e7669-2ba6-4573-83cd-800831da5362

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Startec Compression & Process is currently recruiting an Apprentice Instrumentation Technician to work at our Shepard Shop (9423 Shepard Rd SE, Calgary, AB, T2C 4R6). The Apprentice Instrumentation Technician will support the installation, testing, calibration, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation and control systems under the guidance of experienced technicians and engineers. This role involves hands-on learning and active participation in a variety of projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Shift Details:5:50am - 4:20pm (4 days/week,10 hours/day). Overtime is as required.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI):

INSTRUMENTATION & ASSEMBLY (Weighting 40%)

Tubing & Instrumentation Installation

• Fabrication and installation of tubing
• Fabricate and install tubing raceway
• Mount and Install instruments

Design

• Skid layout using P&ID's, GA's
• Work closely with other trades to optimize the design of units

TESTING, CALIBRATION, & MAINTENANCE (Weighting 30%)

Precision Testing

• Test accuracy of flow meters, pressure gages, temperature indicators, controllers, and other recording, indicating, or controlling instruments.
• Regularly calibrate instrumentation to ensure accurate readings and compliance with industry standards.

Operational Integrity

• Diagnose and repair faults in instrumentation and control systems to maintain operational efficiency.
• Keep detailed records of all installation, testing, and maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

COLLABORATION (Weighting 30%)

Professional Conduct

• Professional interaction with internal customers, vendors, customer representatives, and inspectors.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations

Continuous improvement & Development

• Foster an environment of continuous improvement.
• Participate in training programs: Engage in ongoing training and development to stay current with new technologies, standards, and best practices in instrumentation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Instrumentation Technician Apprentice 3rd year or greater.
• 2 years of industrial instrument construction/manufacturing experience.
• Fabrication Shop experience and asset
• Strong instrument and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Well organized, excellent communication skills, work well in a team environment.
• Applicable tooling required

We offer competitive wages, training, flexible, dynamic, and exciting work environment.

We thank you for your application and interest in our organization. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.