JP Instrumentation with Rope Access Certification

Acuren; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary housing assistance

Relocation support

Job summary

Tacten seeks professional Instrumentation Technicians for our Kitimat, BC site. The role requires IRATA certification and involves maintenance and calibration of cryogenic instrumentation, DCS/PLC/ESD systems and hazardous locations.

Relocation is required with up to 3 months of temporary housing offered. Immediate start and 40 hr/week with potential overtime. Certifications are required with application.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Instrumentation Certification is required.
• IRATA Rope Access certification or willingness to obtain.
• BC safety certifications as required.
• Located in Kitimat BC or willing to relocate.
• Strong knowledge of cryogenic processes, automation, and process control systems.
• Experience with DCS, PLC, and ESD systems (Honeywell, Emerson, Yokogawa, A-B).
• Proficient in reading P&IDs, loop drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of CSA, API, ISA standards for instrumentation and hazardous locations.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical thinking and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and verify accuracy of transmitters on cryogenic systems, compressors and LNG tanks.
• Diagnose faults in DCS, PLC and ESD systems to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Inspect and service instruments, analyzers and control valves to minimize downtime.
• Assist in commissioning, loop checks and function testing during startups and shutdowns.
• Maintain calibration records and diagrams per ISO and safety procedures.

Skills

Instrumentation familiarity

IRATA certification

DCS/PLC/ESD systems

P&IDs reading

Cryogenic processes

Industrial automation

Hazardous locations knowledge

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Journeyman Instrumentation Certification

Tools

Honeywell DCS

Emerson

Yokogawa

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

Position Summary

Tacten is seeking professional, energetic and forward-thinking JP Instrumentation Technicians with IRATA certification to support operations on our site located in Kitimat BC.

• Position is based locally in Kitimat BC. relocation is required
• Immediate Start date
• Position will be 40 hrs./week and possible overtime
• Salary range $59.50/hr. depending on certifications
• We are able to offer up to 3 months of temporary housing to assist with your relocation transition if required.
• Certifications are required with application

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and verify accuracy of pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters on cryogenic systems, compressors, and LNG storage tanks to ensure reliable process control.
• Diagnose faults in DCS, PLC, and ESD (Emergency Shutdown) systems, tracing signal issues or sensor failures that could impact process safety or production efficiency.
• Carry out regular inspections and servicing of instruments, analyzers (e.g., gas chromatographs, moisture analyzers), and control valves to minimize downtime and ensure safe operations.
• Participate in commissioning new systems, loop checking, and function testing during plant startups or planned shutdowns, ensuring all instrumentation meets LNG operational standards.
• Maintain accurate calibration records, loop diagrams, and maintenance logs in accordance with site procedures, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements for hazardous environments.

Requirements

• Journey Person InstrumentationCertification
• IRATA Rope Access certification or a willingness to obtain
• Current safetycertificationsas required in BC
• located in Kitimat BC or willing to relocate
• Strong knowledge of cryogenic processes, industrial automation, and process control systems.
• Experience with DCS, PLC, and ESD systems (e.g., Honeywell, Emerson, Yokogawa, Allen-Bradley).
• Proficient in reading P&IDs, loop drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of CSA, API, and ISA standards related to instrumentation and hazardous locations.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical thinking, and documentation skills.

Additional Skills

• Computer literacy with CMMS systems and digital calibration tools.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with hazardous area classifications and intrinsically safe equipment.
• Understanding of LNG process safety management systems and permit-to-work procedures.
• Experience supporting commissioning and shutdown activities.
• Proficiency/experience in trades/industrial settings
• Familiarity with LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) operations

Benefits

The strength of Tacten lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international public held company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.

Complemented by an attractive hours-based benefits program, Tacten offers extensive training, courses and progression opportunities. Working on a variety of projects across industries such as Oil and Gas, Civil, Construction and Engineering, we can ensure your career stays diverse, interesting, and safe!

Join our team at Tacten and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career.

Company Overview

For 20 years, Tacten has been leaders of innovation in delivering an integrated industrial services model based on composite crews, multi-disciplined trades, certified IRATA personnel and customized access optimization programs to industry’s largest clients in the world’s harshest environments.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Tacten employs dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

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