Instrumentation Technologist

AMETEK; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK Canada is seeking an Instrumentation Technologist to install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation and control systems in industrial settings. The role requires a strong technical background, safety focus, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

You will work with analyzers, PCBs, shelters and rack-mount systems, contributing to quality, documentation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Technologist Certification in Electronics, Instrumentation or equivalent; OR high school graduate with 2 years related experience; OR an equivalent combo.

Responsibilities

• Checkout, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair Western Research products per plans, diagrams and manuals.
• Maintain safe work practices and report unsafe conditions.
• Ensure quality of finished products and keep quality records.
• Support continuous improvement and process improvements.
• Complete tasks within allotted time frames and maintain production records.
• Train and guide less experienced technicians and provide technical support to other departments.

Skills

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Windows OS

Education

Technologist Certification in Electronics/Instrumentation

Tools

MS Windows

MS Excel

Job description

We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Instrumentation Technologist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a wide range of instrumentation and control systems used in industrial and manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background, a commitment to safety and precision, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced setting. If you're passionate about automation, process control, and ensuring optimal system performance, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities/Roles

• Main role will be to checkout, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair Western Research products using production plans, wiring diagrams, flow diagrams, drawings and other verbal or written instructions, including technical manuals. Such products to include analyzers, printed circuit boards, shelters, rack-mount systems and other mechanical, optical or electronic sub-assemblies, both produced internally or sourced from an outside vendor.
• Responsible for working in a safe manner, and reporting any unsafe conditions.
• Responsible for the quality of finished product, for quality records and for reporting impediments to quality.
• Responsible for contributing to AMETEK's Continual Improvement Program, by making recommendations for process improvements.
• Responsible for complying with AMETEK's internal policies and procedures.
• Responsible for ascertaining the time constraints for any task assigned, and completing the task within the allotted time.
• Responsible for assisting with project-based customer inspections of AMETEK product.
• Responsible for maintaining production records, checklists, work instructions, etc.
• Responsible for providing guidance and training to less experienced technicians.
• Responsible for providing technical assistance and recommendations to other departments.
• Comfortable working around dangerous gases and wearing of protective equipment, SABA (Supplied air breathing apparatus) and SCBA ( self-contained breathing apparatus)
• Other duties as required by business conditions.

Education/Experience

• Technologist Certification in Electronics, Instrumentation or equivalent; OR high school graduate and two (2) years related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and related experience.

Skills/Competencies

• Able to maintain high standards despite deadlines; do work right the first time.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, diagrams, and schematics, including wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and flow diagrams.
• Ability to read, understand, and carry out written instructions relating to complex technical matters.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, open work environment with minimal supervision; self-motivated; ability to manage transition from task to task, dealing effectively with frequent change or unexpected events.
• Ability to solve problems, troubleshoot complex systems, and make effective decisions.
• Computer literate in MS Windows, MS Excel or similar programs.
• Able to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally.
• Able to take responsibility for actions and outcomes; persist despite obstacles; willing to give long hours to the job; demonstrate dependability in difficult circumstances.

Compensation

Currency: CAD

Salary Minimum: 50,000

Salary Maximum: 70,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.