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Field Instrumentation Technician; Ontario​/East Coast Field Instrumentation Technician; Ontario​/East Coast , CA, P3C

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: Orica
Full Time, Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electronics Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Field Instrumentation Technician (Ontario/East Coast) Field Instrumentation Technician (Ontario/East Coast ON, CA, P3C

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.

Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilize vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilise the earth’s resources.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation, and reimagining the way we work.

About the Role - Field Instrumentation Technician (Ontario/East Coast)

Flexible location – Candidates based in Ontario or anywhere on the Canadian East Coast are welcome.

We are excited to announce an opportunity as Field Instrumentation Technician within the Orica Digital Solutions team (RST Instruments). Join our team and become part of a global leader in geotechnical monitoring solutions. This includes commissioning, maintaining, troubleshooting, decommissioning and collecting data from geotechnical instruments. This position is remote with support and supervisor located in Maple Ridge, BC. You’ll play a key role in delivering reliable instrumentation services for critical infrastructure projects in Eastern Canada and worldwide.

This hands-on role combines technical expertise, problem-solving, and customer interaction, with travel opportunities of up to 60%.

You will provide unparalleled support to our customers and be responsible for the technical quality and accuracy of your work. You are a customer-focused, team-oriented, organized, detail-oriented, technically competent self-starter with a strong work ethic and well-developed problem-solving skills. You are positive and curious with a desire to learn and grow.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay, away from home pay, and discretionary bonus.

• Travel and accommodation provided for remote work.

• Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects worldwide.

• Collaborative team environment with growth and learning opportunities.

What you will be doing

  • Work safely and follow all WHS policies and procedures.
  • Maintain regular communication and provide status updates to the assigned supervisor located in a different office, ensure alignment on priorities and timely escalation of issues.
  • Provide technical support to customers and internal teams, both remotely and on-site.
  • Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot geotechnical instruments and data logging equipment.
  • Commission and decommission geotechnical systems as required.
  • Perform testing, calibration, and repairs to minimize downtime and meet customer needs.
  • Deliver on-site training and technical guidance to customers.
  • Monitor and interpret instrument data, providing insights and recommendations.
  • Travel to customer sites for installations, servicing, and support for up to two weeks.
  • Assist with improving service processes and developing technical documentation.
  • Prepare detailed field reports after each site visit, documenting activities, observations, and recommendations.
  • Ensure regular follow-up with customers to confirm system performance and address any concerns.
  • Perform system checks to validate proper operation and compliance with project specifications.
  • Utilize support tools such as Freshdesk and Jira to manage and resolve customer issues through ticketing workflows.

    • What you will bring

  • Diploma or degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Mining, Software, or Geotechnical Technology - or equivalent technical experience.
  • Strong commitment to safety and WHS compliance.
  • Bilingual French and English mandatory, Portuguese and/or Spanish, an asset
  • Excellent communication skills with a customer-first mindset.
  • Working knowledge of electronics, networking, mechanics, geotechnical instrumentation and/or computer systems.
  • Problem-solving ability and passion for troubleshooting.
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license, willingness to travel up to 60%,…
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