Field Service Representative

BluMetric Environmental Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BluMetric Environmental Inc. is seeking a full-time Field Service Representative to install, commission, and service water and wastewater treatment systems across Canada. You will program controls in the field and in our facility, ensuring systems meet engineering specs and customer requirements.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in electrical work, a valid 309A/442A license, and hands-on PLC/HMI experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens). Some travel and a valid passport are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of electrical field experience.
• Valid electrician license (309A or 442A) or equivalent asset.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Automation Direct and Siemens PLCs & HMIs.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid Ontario driver's license with minimal demerit points.
• Must have own transport and be able to travel internationally.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reliability Status security clearance or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate and repair process control equipment (controllers, transmitters, valves).
• Maintain instrument equipment and calibrations.
• Perform site commissioning and troubleshooting at water/wastewater plants.
• Interpret electrical schematics and PLC/DCS drawings.
• Develop safety clearances and follow procedures for site work.
• Respond to service calls and resolve complex process issues.
• Travel up to 50% for field work and commissioning.
• Create daily activity logs and update drawings/calibration sheets.

Skills

Electrical field experience

PLC programming

Team player

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Travel readiness

Time management

Self-directed

Safety consciousness

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Electrician license (309A or 442A)

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Automation Direct PLC

Siemens PLC & HMIs

Electrical schematics/ wiring diagrams

Job description

The Opportunity:

BluMetric is looking for a full-time Field Service Representative responsible for the installation and commissioning of water & wastewater treatment systems along with maintenance and repair of all ancillary equipment used in the operation of water & wastewater treatment plants. Instrumentation/ PLC experience is required as the position will be responsible for programming controls within our production facility as well as in the field, so all systems function as per engineering and customer requirements. This is an existing vacancy within the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain, install, repair, setup of process control equipment (i.e. controllers, transmitters, final control elements).
• Maintain, repair and calibrate instrument equipment.
• Maintains proficiency in prescribed TSSA, ESA safety procedures, codes and standards.
• Perform special investigation and experimental work as required.
• Application and setup of VFD's.
• Interpret electrical schematics and process flow drawings involving blueprints, PLC or DCS systems.
• Diagnose complex process problems, determines best resolution, and execute safe repair.
• Develop, provide, and ensure complete and proper safety clearances and procedures as required.
• Prepare detailed daily activity log, updates drawings and calibration sheets when required.
• Detailed teardown and repair of control valves, actuators, and positioners. Reassembles, tunes and setup associated hardware.
• Perform simple layouts and fabrications to install or upgrade instrument hardware.
• Respond to service calls on all water and wastewater systems, repair, replace or adjust components where needed.
• Work with Production, Testing, Purchasing and Field Start-up to resolve questions/issues that arise.
• Site work travel required for commissioning and troubleshooting. Typical travel can be expected up to 50% and sometimes on short notice.
• Creating HASP prior to site work.

Key Qualifications, Education, and Skills:

• Four (4) years of experience (minimum) in the electrical field.
• Valid Electrician License (309A or 442A) or equivalent degree is considered an asset.
• Experience in programs such as Allen-Bradley, Automation Direct and Siemens PLC's & HMI's.
• Ability to pay attention to detail, manage time effectively, produce high quality output and meet deadlines consistently.
• Ability to act proactively and work independently in a self-directed manner.
• Be a strong team player.
• Demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving skills.
• A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver's license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated.
• Have your own means of transportation.
• Must have a valid passport and the ability to travel internationally.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs as required.
• Currently holds or is eligible to obtain a minimum Reliability Status security clearance.
• Ability to speak and understand French as a second language would be valuable

About BluMetric Environmental Inc.

BluMetric Environmental Inc. is a publicly traded environmental consulting and engineering company with expertise across professional and trade disciplines and technologies that allow for the design, fabrication and delivery of sustainable solutions to environmental and water challenges. BluMetric has more than 370 employees operating in sixteen offices and over 50 years of expertise. Headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, BluMetric's team of industry experts serves Commercial and Industrial, Military, Mining and Government clients in Canada and the United States.

BluMetric is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations due to a disability are available upon request. BluMetric is an equal opportunity employer, and we thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.