Field Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (On-Call)

plains; Kerrobert; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Plains is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to support Kerrobert, Saskatchewan and surrounding areas. The role reports to the Area Supervisor in Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls, ensuring stations, terminals, and gathering systems run safely and efficiently with modern equipment.

Permanent residency within 100 km of Kerrobert is a condition of employment. The company offers a strong benefits plan, stable long-term employment, and opportunities to grow technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Certified Interprovincial Electrical Journeyperson or dual-ticketed as Instrumentation and Control Technician.
• 5–10 years' gas plant, refinery, pipeline, or oilfield experience.
• PLC experience is a strong asset.
• Computers: Maximo, MS Word/Excel, Outlook.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and safety-focused mindset.
• Valid driver's license with a clean abstract.
• Background checks and drug/alcohol policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, install, and commission electrical equipment safely and efficiently.
• Apply Canadian Electrical Code requirements.
• Inspect and test instruments to diagnose faults.
• Consult manuals, diagrams, and blueprints for procedures.
• Provide electrical support to ensure system reliability.
• Document work with orders, reports, and calibration sheets.
• Provide on-call support during non-business hours.
• Support operations, projects, and turnarounds.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Work in field environment

Education

Interprovincial Electrical Journeyperson

Instrumentation & Control Technician (dual-ticket)

Tools

Maximo

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

PLC

Job description

Plains is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to support Kerrobert, Saskatchewan and surrounding areas. The role reports to the Area Supervisor in Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls, ensuring stations, terminals, and gathering systems run safely and efficiently with modern equipment.

Permanent residency within 100 km of Kerrobert is a condition of employment. The company offers a strong benefits plan, stable long-term employment, and opportunities to grow technical expertise.