Instrumentation - Journeyperson

CDN is a recognized industry leader in the energy services sector. CDN is a full-service provider with expertise in Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance, renewables/solar, major projects, combustion & emissions reduction, and measurement. * Role: Journeyperson Instrumentation Technician * Location: Fort McMurray * Duration: 3-4 months starting September 2026 * Shift: Various * Overtime: per project requirements * Pre-Employment Condition: Pre-employment D&A test required * Additional details: Camp accommodation provided. Travel assistance available within a six-hour drive of Fort McMurray. We are seeking experienced Journeyperson Instrumentation Technicians with strong commissioning, startup and troubleshooting experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Perform instrument pre-commissioning, commissioning, equipment checkout, and startup activities. * Complete instrument calibration, configuration, verification, loop checks, point-to-point checks, and functional testing. * Troubleshoot field instrumentation, wiring, communications, device configuration, and control system interface issues. * Utilize HART communicators, AMS Device Manager, and other instrumentation calibration and diagnostic tools as required. * Complete commissioning documentation including ITRs, check sheets, test records, deficiency/punch items, and turnover documentation. * Identify, document, and support resolution of deficiencies through commissioning and startup. * Complete redline markups and maintain accurate field documentation. * Coordinate directly with commissioning, operations, electrical, controls, engineering, and vendor teams. * Support vendor commissioning, equipment startup, system functional testing, and turnover activities. * Perform all work safely in accordance with company and site environmental, health, and safety requirements. JOB REQUIREMENTS: * Journeyperson Instrumentation Technician. * Strong industrial commissioning and startup experience in oil and gas, midstream, petrochemical, or similar process facilities. * Strong working knowledge of field instrumentation, HART devices, transmitters, control valves, and associated control interfaces. * Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, wiring diagrams, instrument datasheets, and commissioning documentation. * Experience with AMS Device Manager considered an asset. * Ability to work independently and effectively within a multi-discipline commissioning and startup team. * Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean driver abstract. * Valid H2S, First Aid, Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platform, CSO, and CSTS certifications. * Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and at heights as required. Our employment benefits include: * Belonging to a strong, motivating team. * On-the-job training and a commitment to mentorship from invested, industry-leading professionals. * Competitive pay, benefits, and RRSP-matching program. * Opportunities for advancement. At CDN, our employees are united by our four core values: * Character. * Connection. * Drive. * Growth. Apply today at www.cdncontrols.ca/careers [http://www.cdncontrols.ca/careers] While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted. CDN is an equal opportunity employer and aims to be an employer of choice dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a safe and respectful environment where everyone can succeed. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected factors.

Perform instrument pre-commissioning, calibration, and startup activities while troubleshooting field instrumentation and control system interfaces. Maintain accurate field documentation and coordinate effectively with engineering, operations, and vendor teams.

Must be a Journeyperson Instrumentation Technician with strong industrial commissioning experience in process facilities. Requires valid certifications including H2S, First Aid, Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platform, CSO, and CSTS.

• Competitive pay • Benefits • RRSP-matching program • On-the-job training • Mentorship • Opportunities for advancement

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• Instrumentation
• Commissioning
• Startup
• Troubleshooting
• Calibration
• Loop checks
• HART communicators
• AMS Device Manager
• P&ID interpretation
• Control valves
• Functional testing
• Field documentation
• Safety compliance
• Wiring
• Device configuration
• Device Configuration
• Fall Protection
• Commissioning Equipment
• Team Motivation
• First Aid
• AMS Device Management
• Electrical Wiring
• Communication
• Control Systems
• Control Valves
• Functional Testing
• Oil and Gas
• Renewable Energy
• Instrument Calibration
• Mentorship
• Operations
• Petrochemical
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Wiring Diagram
• Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training
• Diagnostic Tools
• Environment Health And Safety

• Trades
• Energy
• Engineering
• Construction
• Unclassified
• Instrumentation Technician
• Electronics Engineering Technicians
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week