Reports To: Treatment Operations Manager

Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta 

Join the Team That’s Growing Healthy Communities. Work with Purpose. Live with Possibility.

At Aquatera, we’re more than a utility provider, we’re environmental leaders delivering high-quality water, wastewater, and solid waste services while building healthier communities across Alberta. As a locally owned organization and an Alberta Top Employer, we’re proud to offer meaningful work, opportunities for development and growth, and a fulfilling lifestyle all within a supportive work environment. Everything we do contributes to cleaner water, a healthier environment, and stronger communities so you’ll go home knowing your work truly matters. We foster a strong, supportive culture grounded in safety, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. With opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement, Aquatera is a place to grow and thrive while maintaining a positive work life balance. We’re looking for passionate and diverse professionals who share our values and are committed to making a lasting impact.

About the Role

The Electrical/Instrumentation & Control Technician Lead is responsible for maintaining automation and electrical systems reliability that support Aquatera’s water and wastewater treatment and distribution operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring system reliability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance while supporting automation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for the Treatment Plant’s automation and electrical systems, including PLCs, SCADA, control networks and electrical infrastructure.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the E&I team, participate in weekly planning, and manage the E&I schedule.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide variety of instrumentation, metering devices, analyzers, and control systems related to water/wastewater treatment and distribution/collection systems
• Read, interpret, and redline P&IDs and control circuit diagrams
• Integrate SCADA software (GE iFIX) with control systems
• Maintain PLCs, HMIs, and OT network equipment including Allen-Bradley PLCs, SCADA Pack, Red Lion HMI, Siemens PLCs, and other automation systems
• Assist with documentation development and standardization initiatives
• Participate in on-call/standby schedule and respond to after-hours emergencies as required
• Work independently and travel to remote worksites, including overnight stays when necessary
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and uphold Aquatera’s values and safety standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Required Skills

• Journeyman Instrumentation Technician Certificate with 10+ years of control systems experience
• Journeyman Electrician Certificate is considered an asset
• Experience with instrumentation and electrical controls preferred
• SCADA and PLC experience considered an asset
• Water/wastewater treatment experience considered an asset
• Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Self-motivated, organized, and safety-focused
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance best practices
• High school diploma or recognized equivalent

Compensation

Compensation is per the CUPE Local 787 collective agreement. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including health, dental and vision, defined benefit pension plan, RRSP matching, health and wellness spending account, and above average vacation benefits. 

Conditions of Employment

• Legally entitled to work in Canada without limitations
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s abstract
• Pass 50 lb. fitness test
• Pass comprehensive drug and alcohol test

Ready to make a difference?  Start your journey with Aquatera Utilities Inc. Apply at Join Our Team: Aquatera [https://www.aquatera.ca/who-we-are/join-our-team]. This competition will remain open until July 9, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.