Journeyman Programmer - Instrumentation

Centrixcs; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay 70k-120k

Bonus plan

Retirement savings

Health and wellness benefits

Employee referral program

Learning and development

Employee discounts

Vacation time/off

Job summary

CENTRIX is seeking a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician with PLC and SCADA programming experience to join our Western Canada team. You’ll fabricate, install, test, and troubleshoot instrumentation for municipal water and wastewater projects, and tailor control systems to site needs.

You should be proficient with AutoCAD for panel layouts, able to read P&ID drawings, and comfortable with gas monitoring equipment. Travel will be required; a Red Seal or equivalent is expected.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Certification in Instrumentation (Red Seal or Equivalent) is required.
• Hands-on PLCs and HMIs programming experience essential.
• Ability to read and interpret P&ID and electrical drawings.
• Experience with SCADA systems and instrumentation in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, install, test, tune, and calibrate instrumentation per CSA standards.
• Troubleshoot and service existing equipment; isolate faults and replace parts.
• Configure PLC control systems and SCADA integration for municipal projects.
• Develop control panel layouts using AutoCAD and read wiring schematics.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

SCADA systems

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Gas monitoring systems

Reading P&ID

Microsoft Office

Team player / communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Journeyman Certification in Instrumentation (Red Seal or Equivalent)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

We’re seeking a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician with experience in PLC and SCADA programming who is ready to bring their expertise to a dynamic and supportive team. If you’re motivated and looking for an opportunity to take on rewarding projects with room to learn and grow, we’d love to connect with you.

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Here’s a Snapshot of How You'll Contribute to Our Team

• Fabricate electrical equipment to CSA Industrial Control Equipment Standards.
• Install electrical instruments.
• Test circuits using test equipment.
• Troubleshoot and service existing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems and remove and replace faulty parts.
• Connect electrical power to equipment, signaling devices and PLC control systems.
• Instrumentation calibrations, repairs, and servicing including Chlorine gas distribution systems.
• Install and set up analog, Profibus, and other instruments for industrial instrumentation and automation projects for the municipal water & wastewater industries.
• Select and specify instrumentation equipment, ensuring proper installation and integration.
• Design and develop layouts for custom instrument installations.
• Troubleshoot site-specific control systems, including PLC panel wiring and system programming.
• PLC & HMI programming
• SCADA Integration
• SCADA System Development and Servicing

Who We’re Looking For

• Journeyman Certification in Instrumentation (Red Seal or Equivalent)

• Hands‑on experience with PLCs (Allen Bradley, Schneider Electric, Automation Direct, and other brands).

• Proficiency in programming and configuring HMIs, including C‑More, PanelView, and similar systems.

• Skilled in instrument rebuilding, including regulators, control valves, gauge calibrations, & related instrumentation work.

• Experience servicing and maintaining gas monitoring systems.

• Proficient with AutoCAD for developing control panel layouts and wiring schematics.

• Strong ability to read and interpret P&ID and electrical drawings.

• Familiarity with instrumentation, controls, and SCADA systems.

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications.

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.

• A team player who is flexible, self‑motivated, and collaborative.

• Willingness to travel when required.

Why Choose CENTRIX?

This is a place where you will be empowered to do your best work.

We know that our people make the difference and we recognize and reward that. From health and wellness benefits to employee recognition programs, discounts, and perks, we’ve got our employees covered.

• Base Pay 70,000- 120,000 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location
• Market Competitive Compensation: We reward high-performance, team work, collaboration, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Employee Incentive (Bonus) Plan: Our success is built on your success. We recognize employees for outstanding performance and the unique value they bring beyond the day-to-day, through our annual bonus program*.
• Retirement Savings Program: CENTRIX will match your contribution dollar-for-dollar to a maximum percentage that is based on your length of service with the company.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits: Choose from flexible healthcare coverage designed to support all ages and stages of life.
• Employee Referral Program: Help us continue to grow our team. If your referral proves to be a successful hire, you receive a bonus.
• Learning and Development: Reach your full potential and career aspirations with training and development opportunities.
• Employee Discount Programs: Take advantage of discount programs offered by our corporate partners for items such as computers, mobile phone services, and more.
• Other perks include: Generous vacation/paid time-off allowance, career advancement opportunities, flexible work arrangements, paid time-off to volunteer, work boot reimbursement*, education assistance, stability of a three-generation Canadian-owned family business, family work atmosphere

*For eligible employees.

Centrix is committed to creating accessible environments for our applicants and employees. If you require accommodation or special assistance at any stage of the application process and employment, please contact us at [e-mail] with your request. Your information will be treated as confidential.

CENTRIX. Real People. Real Service. Real Solutions

CENTRIX is a trusted independent Canadian control solutions partner who offers an agile, expert team of technical problem solvers, providing reliable access to innovative products and services for industry and communities across Western Canada.

We provide measurement and control equipment to the oil, gas, industrial, and municipal market sectors in Western Canada. We also provide custom metering solutions and repair and service of various products, including meters and valves. Learn more about CENTRIX Control Solutions.

Working at CENTRIX Means Being Part of a Greater Organization

CENTRIX is proud to be part of the Deschênes Group, a family-owned business based out of Montreal, Quebec, consisting of 16 business units and growing. The Deschênes Group is consistently ranked among Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a true testament to the company’s commitment to investing in its people and in delivering the best experience to our customers and partners. Learn more about the Deschênes Group.