Journeyman Instrumentation - Commissioning Experience

Tarpon Energy Services Ltd.; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights provided

Travel allowance

Overtime pay

Extended health benefits

Retirement plan

Referral bonus

Job summary

PTW Energy Services seeks a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician for a Fly In / Fly Out rotation at the Alta Gas site, Prince Rupert, BC. You will deliver safe, high-quality instrumentation work during commissioning, with strong focus on safety and client satisfaction.

The role requires experience with industrial instrumentation, AB PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems, and includes travel, 14/7 shifts, and competitive hourly wages. Join a leading Western Canada contractor supporting large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Instrumentation Technician certificate required; Red Seal preferred.
• Experience with industrial instrumentation and electrical principles.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Gas/power plant or industrial environment experience is a plus.
• Valid driver's licence and safety certifications (ESTS, Fall Protection, AWP/MEWP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, test, and calibrate instrumentation and control systems during commissioning.
• Perform instrument checks, loop checks, signal verification, and functional testing.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and instrument loop drawings.
• Support PLC, DCS, and HMI commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with client and operations teams during startup and commissioning.
• Complete calibration records and commissioning documentation accurately.
• Communicate status, deficiencies, and safety concerns to client and supervision.

Skills

Safety focus

Documentation

Teamwork

Reading P&IDs

Strong communication

Education

Journeyman Instrumentation Technician certificate

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

DCS

HMI systems

Calibration/test equipment

Job description

Company Overview:

PTW is a leading provider of electrical and instrumentation services. We hire skilled tradespeople who value safety, quality, and career growth.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician to join our team for a Fly In / Fly Out rotation at our Alta Gas site out of Prince Rupert, BC. The Journeyman Instrumentation Technician is committed to delivering safe, high-quality work that meets and exceeds client expectations. This role requires a strong focus on safety, and customer satisfaction, along with proven experience producing accurate, detail-oriented work in support of client needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, test, and calibrate industrial instrumentation and control systems during commissioning.
• Perform instrument checks, loop checks, point-to-point checks, signal verification, and functional testing.
• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot process instrumentation including transmitters, analyzers, control valves, controllers, and other field devices.
• Verify instrument wiring, terminations, I/O assignments, and field connections.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, instrument loop drawings, control system drawings, and technical documentation.
• Support PLC, DCS, and HMI commissioning and troubleshooting as required.
• Work closely with the client, operations, maintenance, engineering, and commissioning teams during startup and commissioning activities.
• Identify and troubleshoot instrumentation and control issues and assist with punch-list completion.
• Complete calibration records, commissioning documentation, test sheets, and work reports accurately.
• Communicate equipment status, deficiencies, safety concerns, and job progress clearly to the client and supervision.
• Perform all work in accordance with site safety requirements, OHS regulations, and company policies.
• Other duties as required

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Journeyman Instrumentation Technician certificate; Red Seal Instrumentation Technician certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation, electrical principles, voltage/current relationships
• Valid ESTS,Fall Protection and AWP/MEWP
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems (programming and troubleshooting)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs
• Experience in gas plants, power plants, or industrial manufacturing environments
• Proficient with test and calibration equipment (multimeters, loop calibrators, oscilloscopes)
• Skilled using hand tools and electrical tools for installation and maintenance
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills
• Valid driver's licence
• Flexible availability for shift work, overtime, and weekends, with a strong focus on safety and self-direction

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly wage:$58, commensurate with experience and certification
• Shift: 14 days on, 7 days off
• Accommodations: Ca
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• Travel: Flights provided with an additional travel allowance of $200 per shift
• Overtime opportunities paid at 1.5x the regular hourly rate
• Comprehensive extended health benefits after 3 months, including dental and vision coverage, physiotherapy, massage therapy, and mental health support, etc.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Employee Referral Bonus Program, offering up to $1,000 per successful referral

Why Work for PTW:

Build Your Trade. Build Your Future.Join PTW Energy Services and turn a job into a long-term career. We are the largest Electrical and Instrumentation contractor in Western Canada with 40 locations and nearly 2,000 workers, we have the scale to keep our crews working. That means steady work, strong leadership, and real opportunity.

To recognize and celebrate employees who exemplify our values, we've established dedicated programs such as our Quarterly Employee Appreciation Recognition Awards, Safety Rewards Program and Milestone Achievement Program, ensuring that excellence, safe work and tenure are consistently acknowledged and never go unnoticed.

For questions, contact: Natasha Fraser, [e-mail], 403-232-5443 or Delaney Pearson, [e-mail], 403-816-6354 or Claire Sherwood, [e-mail], 403-200-7196.

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