INSTRUMENT TECH – CAMP JOB
Established in 1981, Pronghorn Controls Ltd. supplies high quality instrumentation and electrical services and products to the oil and gas, pipeline and petrochemical industries; and to a diverse and expanding array of industry clients across Western Canada. We are a rapidly expanding and industry-leading enterprise, driven by core values of safety, integrity, performance, learning and teamwork. We have a forward-looking growth strategy, and increasing opportunities for career advancement. Our commitment to communications and employee development has helped us become an employer of choice.
Title: Instrumentation Technician(s)
Job Location: Northern Alberta
As Journeymen Instrumentation Technicians and/or Apprentices, candidates will have completed or be currently engaged in training through an apprenticeship program.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with a variety of pneumatic, electronic and microcomputer instruments used to measure and control variables such as pressure, flow, temperature, level, motion, force and chemical composition.
- Consult manufacturers’ manuals to determine test and maintenance procedures.
- Use pneumatic, electrical and electronic testing devices to inspect and test instrument and system operation, diagnose faults and tubing.
- Practice loss management principles.
- Consult with and advise process operators.
- Repair, maintain and adjust system components or remove and replace defective parts.
- Conduct risk assessments.
- Calibrate and maintain components and instruments according to manufacturers’ specifications.
- Work with engineers on basic design.
- Install and maintain instruments on new or existing plant equipment and processes.
- Interpret and use appropriate CSA, ISA and API installation standards and practices.
Education and Skills:
Instrumentation Technicians must be ONE of the following:
- Registered Apprentice or;
- Certified Journeyman Instrumentation Technician
Journeymen and Apprentice Instrumentation Technicians should have:
- A valid Driver’s License and a good driving record.
- Completed training in First Aid, H2S, CSTS/PST.
- Strong problem solving and communication skills (both oral and written).
- Ability to work and excel in a very fast paced environment both in a detailed and safe capacity.
Experience:
- Prior work experience in the construction, maintenance and/or electrical/instrumentation industry with a minimum of three years of experience in an oilfield industrial environment
Benefits:
- Competitive benefits & wages
- Group RRSP
- Health Spending Account
- Referral Incentive Program
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
We appreciate all submissions; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
