Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (Water/Wastewater)

EPCOR; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

EPCOR in Edmonton, AB is hiring a Full-Time, permanent Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to support critical water and wastewater infrastructure. The role combines electrical and instrumentation work at a journeyman level, troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing control systems.

The position requires Alberta Journeyman Electrician and Journeyman Instrument Technician certifications, 3+ years’ experience, PLC/DCS/SCADA familiarity, and strong preventive maintenance skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma (GED or equivalent level of secondary education).
• Alberta Journeyman Electrician and Journeyman Instrument Technician certification.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a certified Journeyman (Water/Wastewater experience is an asset).
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across electrical and control systems.
• Experience with PLCs, instrumentation, motor control centers, VFDs, and related equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Solid understanding of preventative and predictive maintenance practices.
• Demonstrated computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office business software.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to qualify for and maintain an EPCOR driver’s permit.
• Driver Abstract may be required.
• Past infractions for unsafe driving may result in non-selection.
• Red Seal and/or Master Electrician designation would be an asset.
• Experience in utility, municipal, or industrial environments would be beneficial.
• Programming experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide input to maintenance plans and maintain relationships with other positions.
• Deliver optimal results against metrics including Quality Standards, Health and Safety, KPIs and Schedule Compliance.
• Perform Electrician & Instrumentation work: troubleshoot, diagnose, repair faults, and execute preventative maintenance.
• Interpret drawings and manufacturer's specs for installation, modification, or repair of equipment.
• Install CSA approved electrical equipment per Electrical Code and program wiring logic controllers.
• Fabricate electrical components and support apprentices.
• Provide technical support for electrical/instrument projects.
• Maintain, repair, calibrate, and install electrical/instrumentation equipment.
• Utilize SCADA systems, PLC ladder logic, DCS blocks, and GUI for troubleshooting.
• Review/update plant drawings and documentation; use Rockwell, RS Linx, DeltaV, AutoCAD Lite.
• Commission control and power systems; prepare Change Management Documents.
• Respond to emergency callouts and standby duties.
• Review and update drawings; scope and purchase materials.
• Prepare sketches, diagrams, and estimate materials and labor.
• Maintain equipment service and repair records.
• Ensure safety practices and PPE compliance; support a zero-injury culture.

Skills

Troubleshooting

PLC & DCS

Instrumentation

Electrical

SCADA

Education

Alberta Journeyman Electrician

Journeyman Instrument Technician

Grade 12 / GED

Tools

Rockwell Automation

RS Linx

DeltaV

AutoCAD Lite

Job description

EPCOR in Edmonton, AB is hiring a Full-Time, permanent Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to support critical water and wastewater infrastructure. The role combines electrical and instrumentation work at a journeyman level, troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing control systems.

The position requires Alberta Journeyman Electrician and Journeyman Instrument Technician certifications, 3+ years’ experience, PLC/DCS/SCADA familiarity, and strong preventive maintenance skills.