Electronics Technician – Apprentice

Calfrac; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy service company in Red Deer seeks an Electronics Technician - Apprentice. The role involves repairing and maintaining electrical equipment while ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Candidates should be enrolled in a technical program and possess a solid understanding of hydraulic systems. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for hands-on experience and skill development.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in, or working towards, an accredited technical school program or Journeyman Instrumentation Certification.
• Good understanding and experience with basic hydraulic systems.
• Experience with electric over hydraulic / air and PLC is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain all electrical equipment and components.
• Perform preventive maintenance regularly.
• Assist in scheduling and costs for repairs.

Skills

Flexible working

Excellent verbal and written English communication

Mechanical inclination

Ability to operate process control equipment

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Technical training diploma or certificate in electronics

Accredited technical school program

Job description

Role Statement

ROLE STATEMENT :

The Electronics Technician - Apprentice will be a member of the Maintenance department responsible for addressing electrical issues and performing preventative maintenance on all components of Calfrac equipment. Reporting to the Senior Maintenance Manager, the Electronics Technician - Apprentice will focus on the repair and maintenance of all Calfrac equipment to company standards.

Our Culture

Calfrac, we believe in being an integral part of the communities where we operate and we support a variety of giving activities throughout the year. Our support falls under two main areas: volunteering or donation. Whenever possible, the initiatives and organizations we undertake to promote and support fall into the following categories: Environment, Education, Indigenous, Social Services, Arts & Culture and Community Sport.

Specific Accountabilities

• Work safely in accordance with all company safety policies, procedures, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
• Repair and maintain all Calfrac electrical equipment and components
• Maintain all recording and control software
• Complete updates and modification requests
• Perform preventive maintenance on a regular basis
• Assist in scheduling and costs for repairs
• Develop a base understanding of fracturing, coiled tubing and cementing operations

Key Attributes and Competencies

• Flexible to work a variety of shifts (shift work, day shift, night shift)
• Follow and enforce safe work procedures, codes, and regulations
• Energetic self-starter, able to work in a dynamic environment
• Able to handle multiple tasks by prioritizing and maintaining a high attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• Work and inspire others to work at high performance levels
• Work under physically demanding circumstances
• Able to write reports and work closely with maintenance administration personnel
• Able to operate process control equipment
• Must be mechanically inclined
• This position is considered to be a Safety Sensitive Position and may require additional screening
• This position has bona fide physical requirements and may require additional screening

Education and Experience

• Enrolled in, or working towards, an accredited one or two year technical school program or Journeyman Instrumentation Certification.
• Good understanding and experience with basic hydraulic systems
• Experience with electric over hydraulic / air and PLC is considered an asset
• High School Diploma / GED preferred
• Technical training diploma or certificate in electronics recommended
• Knowledge of electronic control systems, QA-QC, and troubleshooting

We would like to thank all applicants for applying to this role but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.