Instrumentation Technician

Current Instrumentation & Automation Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian technology startup is seeking a Field Service Instrumentation Technician. The role involves performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on industrial instrumentation. Candidates must have 3-15 years of field experience and a customer-centric mindset. Benefits include a competitive salary, health coverage, and a company vehicle.

Benefits

Competitive base salary plus yearly bonus

Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Company Vehicle

Opportunity for career advancement

Qualifications

• 3-15 years of field experience in the instrumentation field in Canada.
• Comfortable handling multiple projects and customers at the same time.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently and manage time.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance on industrial instrumentation.
• Design and build small electrical panels and IoT solutions.
• Work with the service team to provide solutions for clients.

Skills

Field experience in instrumentation

Understanding of industrial instrumentation

Familiarity with automation & electrical systems

Strong troubleshooting skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage customer expectations

Job description

Company Description

Current Instrumentation & Automation Inc. is a 100% Canadian, fast-growing technology startup family business specializing in industrial instrumentation and automation solutions. Our expertise includes level, flow, gas detection, pressure, and process instrumentation in various industries, including chemical, food and beverages, water, wastewater, plastic, steel, and building products. We follow five core values: diversity, collaboration, education, empathy, and care.

Role Description

Current Instrumentation & Automation Inc. is seeking a Field Service Instrumentation Technician for a full-time position. The Field Service Technician will perform commissioning, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, repairs, and calibrations to industrial instrumentation and automation systems and equipment. The tech is also expected to design and build small electrical panels, IoT solutions, and perform other electrical and automation tasks. The Technician will work with the service team, business development, and inside teams to identify and provide solutions for clients in various industries, including steel, oil and gas, chemicals, water, wastewater, plastics, building materials, and manufacturing. As a customer-centric organization, you may be required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays to respond to emergencies and project demands.

Qualifications

• 3-15 years of field experience in the instrumentation field in Canada.
• A good understanding of industrial instrumentation and equipment, including temperature, pressure, level, flow, gas analyzers, and fixed toxic and flammable gas detection.
• Familiarity with automation & electrical systems and equipment & ability to build small electrical panels, wiring and IoT work.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and schematics
• Comfortable handling multiple projects and customers at the same time.
• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Must have a customer-centric mindset & ability to manage customer expectations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to work independently, manage time, and collaborate effectively
• An electrical license is an asset
• Comfortable with lifting weights, working from heights and confined spaces
• Valid Canadian work permit
• Ability to travel to the USA for training and customer support

Note: Comfortable with travelling across Canada and occasionally outside Canada

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus yearly bonus
• Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Business Related / Travel Expenses
• Laptop, Cell Phone
• Great working environment, opportunity to work in various industries and solutions
• Company Vehicle
• Opportunity to advance your career within the company
• Technical and self-development training

We are an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity, equality and inclusion.