Journeyman Instrumentation Technician

PTW Energy Services; Wandering River; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 3 months

Retirement savings plan with employer

Employee Referral Bonus up to $1,000

Job summary

PTW Energy Services is seeking a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician to join our Wandering River, Alberta team. The role focuses on delivering safe, high-quality instrumentation installation and calibration work in industrial environments, with a strong emphasis on safety and client satisfaction.

The technician will read P&IDs and drawings, coordinate with operations and contractors, and support power generation and plant equipment.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Instrumentation Technician certificate; Red Seal preferred.
• Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation and electrical principles.
• Valid H2S Alive, Fall Protection, Standard First Aid (Level A or C with CPR/AED), and CSO.
• Ability to pass a pre-access drug and alcohol test.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems.
• 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).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Flexible availability for shift work, overtime, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and calibrate industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems, including continuous emissions monitoring (CEMS).
• Install and calibrate 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Industrial instrumentation knowledge

Electrical principles

PLC/DCS/HMI troubleshooting

Reading electrical drawings

Safety compliance

Strong communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Valid driver's license

Education

Journeyman Instrumentation Technician certificate; Red Seal preferred

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

DCS

HMI systems

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 in Wandering River, Alberta. 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, test, and calibrate industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems, including continuous emissions monitoring (CEMS)
• Perform installation and calibration, 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
• 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
• 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 CSO
• Ability to pass a pre-access drug and alcohol test
• 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 license
• Flexible availability for shift work, overtime, and weekends, with a strong focus on safety and self-direction

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from 47.50-52.50, commensurate with experience and certification
• 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: Mo Hariri , [e-mail], 403-370-2198