Instrumentation Technician

Saturn Oil + Gas Inc.; Weyburn; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saturn Oil + Gas Inc. seeks an Instrumentation Technician for Estevan or Weyburn, Saskatchewan. The role involves installing, maintaining and troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems across oil and gas facilities to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Expect to work in the field, coordinate with operations, and travel between sites. On-call availability and adherence to safety standards are required; SCADA/PLC knowledge is essential for ongoing maintenance and upgrades.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Instrumentation Technician or equivalent certification/training.
• Experience in oil and gas production or industrial facilities preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability with a safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain process instrumentation including: pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters; control valves, regulators, and actuators; gas detection and safety systems.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, control loops, and automation systems; diagnose instrumentation failures and SCADA/PLC issues.
• Support and maintain SCADA systems and remote monitoring equipment; assist with commissioning and start-up of new facilities and upgrades.
• Read and interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics; ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with operations, electricians, and production teams to minimize downtime; maintain records of maintenance and calibrations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, calibrations, and repairs; work in field-based oil and gas facilities under varying weather conditions.

Skills

SCADA systems

PLC/RTU programming

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Field maintenance

Effective communication

Safety compliance

Education

Journeyman Instrumentation Technician

Tools

SCADA systems

PLC

RTU programming

Job description

Saturn is a returns-driven Canadian energy company focused on the efficient, responsible and innovative development of high-quality, light oil weighted assets, supported by an acquisition strategy targeting accretive and complementary opportunities. The Company’s portfolio of free-cash flowing, low-decline operated assets in Saskatchewan and Alberta provide a deep inventory of long-term economic drilling opportunities across multiple zones. With an unwavering commitment to building an entrepreneurial focused culture, Saturn’s goal is to increase per share reserves, production and cash flow at an attractive return on invested capital. We proudly integrate the protection of the environment, ethical and fair treatment of our employees and stakeholders, and strive to be at the forefront of what it means to be a good corporate citizen.

Saturn has an opportunity for a full time Instrumentation Technician based in the Estevan or Weyburn, Saskatchewan area. Reporting to the Superintendent, the Instrumentation Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing instrumentation and control systems used in oil and gas production facilities. This includes systems associated with pressure, temperature, flow, level, and control automation to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

Some specific duties, and responsibilities of the Instrumentation Tech include, but are not limited to:

• Install, calibrate, and maintain process instrumentation including:
  • Pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters
  • Control valves, regulators, and actuators
  • Gas detection and safety systems
• Perform troubleshooting and diagnostics on:
  • Instrumentation failures
  • Control loops and automation systems
  • Communication systems (SCADA, telemetry, PLCs)
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on field equipment to ensure reliability and compliance
• Support and maintain:
  • SCADA systems and remote monitoring equipment
  • PLCs and RTUs (setup, programming assistance, testing)
• Assist with commissioning and start-up of new facilities, equipment, and upgrades
• Read and interpret:
  • P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams)
  • Electrical schematics and loop drawings
• Ensure all instrumentation work complies with:
  • Company safety standards
  • Regulatory requirements
  • Industry best practices
• Coordinate with operations, electricians, and production teams to minimize downtime
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, calibrations, and repairs

Candidates for this position will possess the following qualifications and competencies:

• Journeyman Instrumentation Technician (or equivalent certification/training)
• Experience in oil and gas production or industrial facilities preferred
• Strong understanding of:
  • Process control systems
  • Measurement devices and calibration procedures
  • Pneumatic and electronic control systems
• Familiarity with SCADA, PLC systems, and field communications is an asset
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision
• Solid mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Good communication skills for coordination with operations teams
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to procedures
• Field-based position in oil and gas facilities
• Exposure to outdoor environments and varying weather conditions
• requires:
  • On-call availability
  • Travel between sites
  • Working at heights or in confined spaces

Saturn’s people drive our success. We offer an inclusive work environment where we embrace a diversity of people, thinking and ideas and a culture that supports personal and professional development. We want to thank all applicants for their interest in this role, however, only those considered for interviews will be contacted .