Journeyman Instrumentation Technician - 7/7, Camp OT

Jardeg-Construction; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flight from Calgary/Edmonton

Camp accommodations

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Health benefits after 3 months

RRSP matching

Referral bonus up to $1,000

Job summary

PTW Energy Services is seeking a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician for Fort McMurray. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and timely delivery of instrumentation, electrical, and control system work in industrial settings.

The position requires experience with field instrumentation, PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems, along with the ability to read P&IDs and electrical drawings. A strong commitment to safety, logistics, and collaboration with operations and contractors is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation, electrical principles, and 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.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, test, and calibrate industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems, including 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

Skills

Industrial instrumentation

Electrical principles

H2S Alive & First Aid

Allen-Bradley PLCs

DCS & HMI systems

P&IDs & electrical drawings

Calibrations & test equipment

Safety & compliance

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

DCS

HMI systems

Job description

PTW Energy Services is seeking a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician for Fort McMurray. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and timely delivery of instrumentation, electrical, and control system work in industrial settings.

The position requires experience with field instrumentation, PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems, along with the ability to read P&IDs and electrical drawings. A strong commitment to safety, logistics, and collaboration with operations and contractors is essential.