Instrument Asset Specialist - Valve & Measurement Reliability
Top Benefits
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
We are currently recruiting for an Instrument Asset Specialist to work within the Spartan Valve & Measurement Reliability Team. The role is focused on working directly with Strategic Customers as a key member of their Automation, Maintenance & Reliability teams in leveraging Emerson Smart Valve & Measurement technologies to drive efficiency, reliability, and cost reduction.
The role provides a motivated individual the opportunity to gain unique, real-world experience working with Emerson/Spartan technologies while developing a valuable skillset not commonly found in the market.
Spartan provides a comprehensive initial training program, ongoing career development & mentorship, and a strong, positive team environment.
Role and Responsibilities
- Develop, enhance, and support the Customer’s maintenance and reliability work processes through the utilization of Emerson technologies and Spartan best practices.
- Provide an expert level utilization of Emerson’s AMS Device Manager Suite including diagnostics and predictive alert capabilities.
- Provide direct reliability and technical support for Emerson/Spartan products at both an engineering and maintenance level.
- Deliver and quantify Customer value
- Provide hands-on training and mentorship on the utilization of Emerson’s technologies.
- Create, improve and/or maintain instrument data integrity, this may include (but is not limited to) diagnostic, maintenance, datasheet, and SIS instrument validation records.
- Inventory optimization and management
- Participate in the development, optimization and execution of instrument and valve turnaround scope
Qualifications and Skills
- Engineering Degree, Instrumentation Technologist Diploma or Instrumentation Journeyperson designation from an accredited institution
- 5+ Years industry experience in an operating process facility is an asset
- Experience working with Emerson devices and AMS Device Manager/Valvelink software is an asset
- Experience in a Maintenance or Reliability Specialist role is an asset
- Proven Customer service skills
- Effective interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Highly motivated and innovative
- Ability to work in team environment
- Entrepreneurial work ethic
- This role requires flexibility and the ability to commute to the customer site on a regular schedule
- 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.
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.
Close Date: October 1, 2025 (11:59 pm MST)
IND123
Requisition ID: 1629
About Spartan Controls
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.
Instrument Asset Specialist - Valve & Measurement Reliability
Top Benefits
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
We are currently recruiting for an Instrument Asset Specialist to work within the Spartan Valve & Measurement Reliability Team. The role is focused on working directly with Strategic Customers as a key member of their Automation, Maintenance & Reliability teams in leveraging Emerson Smart Valve & Measurement technologies to drive efficiency, reliability, and cost reduction.
The role provides a motivated individual the opportunity to gain unique, real-world experience working with Emerson/Spartan technologies while developing a valuable skillset not commonly found in the market.
Spartan provides a comprehensive initial training program, ongoing career development & mentorship, and a strong, positive team environment.
Role and Responsibilities
- Develop, enhance, and support the Customer’s maintenance and reliability work processes through the utilization of Emerson technologies and Spartan best practices.
- Provide an expert level utilization of Emerson’s AMS Device Manager Suite including diagnostics and predictive alert capabilities.
- Provide direct reliability and technical support for Emerson/Spartan products at both an engineering and maintenance level.
- Deliver and quantify Customer value
- Provide hands-on training and mentorship on the utilization of Emerson’s technologies.
- Create, improve and/or maintain instrument data integrity, this may include (but is not limited to) diagnostic, maintenance, datasheet, and SIS instrument validation records.
- Inventory optimization and management
- Participate in the development, optimization and execution of instrument and valve turnaround scope
Qualifications and Skills
- Engineering Degree, Instrumentation Technologist Diploma or Instrumentation Journeyperson designation from an accredited institution
- 5+ Years industry experience in an operating process facility is an asset
- Experience working with Emerson devices and AMS Device Manager/Valvelink software is an asset
- Experience in a Maintenance or Reliability Specialist role is an asset
- Proven Customer service skills
- Effective interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Highly motivated and innovative
- Ability to work in team environment
- Entrepreneurial work ethic
- This role requires flexibility and the ability to commute to the customer site on a regular schedule
- 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.
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.
Close Date: October 1, 2025 (11:59 pm MST)
IND123
Requisition ID: 1629
About Spartan Controls
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.