Journeyman Instrumentation

Fox Creek, AB
On-site
Posted Nov 1, 2026
1 position

$46–$48 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English

Job summary

The Journeyman Instrumentation technician is responsible for installing, calibrating, and maintaining process control and measurement instrumentation in field environments. They also perform mechanical repairs, troubleshoot electrical systems, and manage inventory and documentation using ERP systems.

Job details

Full contractors with their own truck and employees are welcome to apply. Work hours vary depending on client requirements, but typically involve a minimum of 50 hours per week. Daily travel is required, or travel from Whitecourt/Valleyview to Fox Creek may be necessary. Job Brief: The Journeyman Instrumentation works with other Journeyman and apprentices, demonstrating practical skills in the industry. The JM will test, calibrate, install, repair, and inspect manufacturing equipment and monitoring devices. Duties & Responsibilities: * Installs process control and measurement instrumentation on existing and new field equipment and processes (transmitters, controllers, analyzers, control valves, etc.). * Performs mechanical work associated with instrument repair and modification; removes and installs small piping and tubing. * Rebuilds control valves and tune controllers. * Performs preventative maintenance on instrumentation (calibration, replacement, and tests); maintains field instrument records and standards. * Provides support to operations in process control. * Uses pressure and or electrical test equipment to troubleshoot systems. * Repairs and adjusts system components (sensors, transmitters, programmable logic controllers, etc.); removes and replaces defective parts. * Installs and repairs chemical pumps. * Reads and understands P&ID drawings. * Participates/complies with company safety programs & company policies. * Uses ERP system (IFS Aurena Tech Portal) to complete daily work tickets. * Manages warehouse inventory monthly reports. * Senior Instrument JM complete on-the-job training documents for junior technicians. * Provides on-call support as required. * Other duties as required. Required Skills/Qualifications: * Red Seal Journeyman Certificate required. * Technical training or experience in oil and gas processes required. * Intermediate to advanced computer skills. * Standard First Aid/CPR with AED; H2S Alive, CSO, CSTS. * Successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test (required for safety-sensitive roles). * Verification of a clean driving record, as defined by Control Tech’s standards (e.g., no major violations, no more than 3 infractions in the past 5 years).

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Red Seal Journeyman Certificate and possess technical experience in oil and gas processes. Mandatory safety certifications include Standard First Aid/CPR, H2S Alive, CSO, and CSTS, along with a clean driving record.