Instrumentation & Controls Apprentice

Colonial Group; Atholville; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AV Group NB Inc. Atholville Mill is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Apprentice in the Electrical & Instrumentation Department to gain hands-on experience while completing apprenticeship requirements.

You will work alongside experienced technicians, develop skills in field instrumentation, calibration, and process control systems, and participate in maintenance tasks, loop checks, and startup activities in a modern industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Registered Instrumentation & Control Technician Apprentice, or eligible to register in the apprenticeship program
• Recent graduates of a recognized Instrumentation & Control Technician program are encouraged to apply
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of industrial instrumentation, process control systems, and electrical controls
• Exposure to PLCs, DCS systems, VFDs, and process automation considered an asset
• Previous industrial, maintenance, co-op, or trade-related experience considered an asset
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and instrumentation documentation
• Strong commitment to safety and continuous learning
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate with operations and maintenance personnel

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventive and corrective maintenance on instrumentation and process control systems used in pulp mill operations
• Assist in the installation, calibration, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of field instrumentation and analyzers (pressure, flow, level, temperature, consistency, pH, conductivity, etc.)
• Learn to maintain and troubleshoot DCS, PLC, VFD, and associated control systems related to instrumentation and automation
• Participate in loop checks, control loop tuning, and reliability inspections
• Assist with the installation and termination of instrumentation wiring and tubing in accordance with drawings and specifications
• Develop the ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
• Work closely with operations and maintenance personnel to support safe and reliable mill operations
• Complete assigned preventive maintenance tasks and work orders under the guidance of qualified technicians
• Participate in equipment startups, shutdowns, reliability initiatives, and capital projects
• Identify and report deficiencies in instrumentation systems and equipment
• Follow all safety rules and procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and working at heights
• Maintain apprenticeship logbook and successfully complete required apprenticeship training

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical drawings

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Industrial instrumentation

PLC/DCS exposure

Education

Instrumentation & Control Technician apprenticeship

Tools

PLCs

DCS systems

VFDs

Job description

AV Group NB Inc. Atholville Mill is currently recruiting for the following position:

Instrumentation & Controls Apprentice –Electrical & Instrumentation Department

Role Overview

The successful applicant will work alongside experienced Instrumentation & Control Technicians within our E&I team, gaining hands-on experience while completing apprenticeship requirements. This position offers the opportunity to develop technical skills through a combination of practical field experience, mentorship, and formal apprenticeship training in a modern industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventive and corrective maintenance on instrumentation and process control systems used in pulp mill operations
• Assist in the installation, calibration, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of field instrumentation and analyzers (pressure, flow, level, temperature, consistency, pH, conductivity, etc.)
• Learn to maintain and troubleshoot DCS, PLC, VFD, and associated control systems related to instrumentation and automation
• Participate in loop checks, control loop tuning, and reliability inspections
• Assist with the installation and termination of instrumentation wiring and tubing in accordance with drawings and specifications
• Develop the ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
• Work closely with operations and maintenance personnel to support safe and reliable mill operations
• Complete assigned preventive maintenance tasks and work orders under the guidance of qualified technicians
• Participate in equipment startups, shutdowns, reliability initiatives, and capital projects
• Identify and report deficiencies in instrumentation systems and equipment
• Follow all safety rules and procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and working at heights
• Maintain apprenticeship logbook and successfully complete required apprenticeship training

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

• Registered Instrumentation & Control Technician Apprentice, or eligible to register in the apprenticeship program
• Recent graduates of a recognized Instrumentation & Control Technician program are encouraged to apply
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of industrial instrumentation, process control systems, and electrical controls
• Exposure to PLCs, DCS systems, VFDs, and process automation considered an asset
• Previous industrial, maintenance, co-op, or trade-related experience considered an asset
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and instrumentation documentation
• Strong commitment to safety and continuous learning
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate with operations and maintenance personnel

Why AV Group NB Inc.?

With AV Group NB Inc. you will become a part of a worldwide global company that understands the value of their employees. You will be part of a team that is built on strong values and work ethics. AV Group offers challenges in a wide range of disciplines and opportunities for professional growth, a competitive salary, competitive benefits package and a variety of training & development programs to help you develop the skills you need to build a successful career.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.