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Emissions Support Technician

Red Deer, AB
Mid Level

About the role

Spartan Controls is an employee-owned company and leading provider of data management, industrial automation, valves, measurement and control solutions for process industries in Western Canada and beyond. We are dedicated to providing exceptional sales, support and service experiences for our diverse customer base in industries such as mining, power, oil & gas, municipal, pulp & paper, and chemical.

Spartan is committed to creating a sustainable modern world with innovative automation. Our focus is Customer Outcomes. By leveraging applied automation we assist customers improving their Safety, Reliability, Operations and Productivity.

Our employee ownership model creates a unique culture of community, creativity, entrepreneurship, and a place to build your career. Spartan Controls provides an environment that not only encourages you to do your best, but also empowers you to do what it takes to create a solution, address a need, or respond to an issue.

Summary

Signet Monitoring and Analysis, a Spartan Controls company, provides emission testing, catalyst services, vibration analysis, and reliability engineering to optimize equipment performance. Based in Red Deer, Alberta, our expert team serves Western Canada, meeting increasing industry demands.

We are currently recruiting multiple Emissions Support Technicians to join our Emissions team, based in Edmonton, Red Deer, or Grande Prairie. The successful candidates will work directly at customer sites to support the delivery of emissions analysis and will report to the Manager, Emissions.

This position plays a key role in providing turnkey emissions testing and program management services using CEMS-grade emissions analyzers, delivering detailed testing reports, minimizing environmental impact, and ensuring regulatory compliance. In addition, successful candidates will have the opportunity to learn from experienced analysts, develop advanced engine knowledge, and progress toward tuning engines and performing full emissions analysis.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Prepare for site work by helping to organize and pack required testing equipment and materials.
  • Support the operation of emissions testing equipment as directed, ensuring all procedures meet regulatory requirements.
  • Help connect sampling equipment to exhaust stacks as instructed by the Emissions Analyst and in accordance with regulations.
  • Operate aerial work platforms and work safely at heights (typically up to 50 ft; occasionally up to 200 ft).
  • Collect and organize required field data to support emissions testing activities.
  • Assist in verifying that testing data meets regulatory standards before completion, as guided by the Emissions Analyst.
  • Maintain and prepare testing equipment and calibration gases to ensure proper functioning and testing quality under supervision.
  • Support the Emissions Analyst in compiling and completing emissions test reports, ensuring all required details are included.
  • Review and assist with quality-checking reports as assigned and participate in continuous improvement initiatives for better quality and efficiency.
  • Perform on-site support for testing services, ensuring compliance with industry safety standards and following the guidance of the Emissions Analyst.
  • Comply with all health and safety policies and requirements relating to the care, transport, and operation of equipment.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Apprenticeship, trade certification, technical diploma, or equivalent hands-on experience in a mechanical field (e.g., Heavy Duty, Automotive, Millwright); a degree in Environmental Science is considered an asset.
  • Proven customer service and communication skills.
  • Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Comfortable working at heights and operating manlifts
  • Knowledge and experience with rotating and reciprocating machinery.
  • Basic knowledge of network and IT systems.
  • Highly motivated and entrepreneurial work ethic.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Willingness to travel extensively and spend significant time on-site; a valid driver’s license is required.

Spartan recognizes that there are many ways in which candidates develop knowledge, abilities, and competencies throughout their careers. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds and we do consider qualifications and competencies that are equivalent to those specifically mentioned above.

As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment security background check.

Spartan is committed to providing a safe workplace for all employees. This position is classified as safety-sensitive, and as such, the successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment alcohol & drug test.

Close Date: January 7, 2026 (11:59 pm MST)

Requisition ID: 1703

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About Spartan Controls

Automation Machinery Manufacturing
1001-5000

Spartan Controls is the leading provider of industrial automation, valves, measurement and process control technology and solutions in Western Canada. For over 60 years, Spartan has provided customers with high performance automation solutions, industry expertise, lifecycle support, and technical training – delivering value our customers want. Our automation solutions are used in all process industries including oil and gas, oil sands, mining, pulp and paper, power, pipeline, and municipal. With our expert resources living and working in 14 communities across Western Canada, we are dedicated to providing exceptional customer experiences where expertise and collaboration come together.

We are a Canadian, employee-owned company with project experience spanning multiple industries. Our single point of contact reduces cost, improves the customer experience and allows us to quickly apply solutions and services to meet our customer’s automation challenges head-on.

Our strategic partnership with Emerson and other leading solution providers empowers us to connect our customers with world-class technology, exceptional technical expertise, and comprehensive lifecycle services. As an Emerson Impact Partner, we serve as the local, dedicated point of contact for sales, service, and applied engineering for Emerson's automation solutions business.

What sets us apart is our unique employee ownership model, which fosters a culture of stability and continuity. This model enables us to retain our intellectual capital and uphold a highly skilled and competent workforce. At Spartan Controls, our team members are driven by a customer-focused and entrepreneurial spirit. They have invested in their skills, training, and development to ensure that they deliver the utmost level of service. Within our organization, those who thrive exhibit a strong team-oriented mindset and a dedicated work ethic, consistently going above and beyond to exceed customer expectations.