At a Glance
- Tasks: Install, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial instrumentation and control systems.
- Company: Join PTW, a leading electrical and instrumentation services provider in Alberta.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, health benefits, retirement plan, and overtime opportunities.
- Other info: Recognized for excellence with employee appreciation programs and safety rewards.
- Why this job: Build your trade and future with steady work and real career growth.
- Qualifications: Journeyman Instrumentation Technician certification and strong teamwork skills required.
The predicted salary is between 28.8 - 35.2 $ per hour.
PTW is a leading provider of electrical and instrumentation services in Alberta. We hire skilled tradespeople who value safety, quality, and career growth.
We are seeking a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician to join our team in Rocky Mountain House. 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.
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:
- Competitive hourly wage, 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.
- Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program, offering up to $1,000 per successful referral.
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.
Journeyman Instrumentation in Acme employer: PTW Energy Services Ltd.
PTW Energy Services is an exceptional employer for Journeyman Electricians in Fort McMurray, offering a supportive work culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and career advancement. With competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, and unique recognition programs, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule of 7 days on, 7 days off. Join a leading contractor in Western Canada where your contributions are valued and rewarded.
