Journeyman Instrumentation - Strathcona Refinery

PTW Energy Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Retirement savings plan with employer匹

Employee Referral Bonus up to $1,000

Job summary

PTW Energy Services in Alberta is seeking a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician to join our team at the Strathcona Refinery. The role focuses on safe, high-quality work and effective collaboration with operations and maintenance teams to support reliable plant performance.

The successful candidate will install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain instrumentation and control systems, read P&IDs, and adhere to HSE standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold Journeyman Instrumentation Technician certificate; Red Seal preferred.
• Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation and electrical principles.
• Certified for H2S Alive, Fall Protection, First Aid (Level A or C with CPR/AED), CSTS 2020.
• Experience with PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Experience in gas plants, power plants, or industrial environments.
• Proficient with test and calibration equipment.
• Skilled with hand and electrical tools.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork.
• Valid driver's license; flexible for shifts, OT, weekends.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, test, and calibrate instrumentation and control systems.
• Calibrate transmitters, analyzers, valves, controllers, PLCs, and relays.
• Support power generation equipment like gas turbines and generators.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Read P&IDs, electrical schematics, and control drawings.
• Coordinate with operations and contractors during installs and startups.
• Complete calibration records and maintenance reports.
• Communicate equipment condition and safety concerns clearly.
• Adhere to Health & Safety standards and OHS regulations.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Instrumentation knowledge

Electrical principles

P&IDs reading

Electrical drawings

Communication skills

Safety focused

Flexible shift work

Driver's license

Education

Journeyman Instrumentation Technician certificate

Red Seal Instrumentation Technician certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

DCS

HMI systems

Multimeters

Loop calibrators

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Company Overview

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

Role Summary

We are seeking a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician to join our team working at the Strathcona Refinery. The Instrumentation Journeyman 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, repair, test, and calibrate industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems, including continuous emissions monitoring (CEMS)
• Perform installation, calibration, and maintenance of process control instrumentation such as transmitters, analyzers, control valves, controllers, PLCs, and protective relays
• Support and maintain power generation and industrial equipment, including gas turbines, generators, and plant auxiliary systems
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance, diagnostics, and system optimization to support reliable operations and minimize downtime
• Rebuild and calibrate instrumentation components in accordance with manufacturer specifications and industry standards
• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, control system drawings, manuals, and technical documentation
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, engineering teams, and external contractors during installations, start-ups, and shutdowns
• Accurately complete calibration records, maintenance reports, work orders, and electronic documentation (CMMS)
• Communicate equipment condition, safety concerns, and job status clearly to operations and supervision
• Perform all work in compliance with Health & Safety standards, 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 H2S Alive, Fall Protection, Standard First Aid (Level A or C with CPR/AED), and CSTS 2020
• 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

• Rate of pay: $50.00 per hour
• Shift: 5 days on, 2 days off
• 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: Delaney Pearson, [e-mail], 403-816-6356.