Instrumentation Technicians

Duties

Instrumentation and control technicians install, maintain and repair the measuring and control devices used in industrial and commercial processing.

Instrumentation and control technicians work with a wide variety of pneumatic, electronic and microcomputer devices used to measure and control pressure, flow, temperature, level, motion, force, and chemical composition.

In general, they:

• consult manufacturers' manuals to determine test and maintenance procedures,
• use pneumatic, electrical and electronic testing devices to inspect and test instrument and system operation, and diagnose faults,
• practice loss management principles,
• consult with and advise process operators,
• train apprentices,
• 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 designs,
• install and maintain instruments on new or existing plant equipment and processes, and
• interpret and use appropriate CSA, ISA and API installation standards and practices.

Instrumentation Technicians generally work on construction sites. Working conditions are often cramped, dirty and involve exposure to chemical vapours, wetness or high noise levels. The normal workweek is 40 hours, but some overtime may be required.

There is always some risk of injury involved in working with heavy equipment, especially when working at considerable heights.

• Suncor Base Plant & Firebag
• Syncrude
• Shell Scotford

• 10-hour shift - Days/Nights

Camp Accommodation

• Journeyman