Instrumentation Tradesman

Location:

Edmonton, AB, CA, T6S 1A7

Requisition ID: 28148

Work Arrangement: At Office / Facility

Department: Sherwood Park Operations Area

Pembina Pipeline Corporation is a dynamic energy transportation and midstream provider, serving customers for more than 65 years. Chances are, we do more than you think. We own pipelines that transport hydrocarbon liquids and natural gas products produced primarily in Western Canada. We also own gathering and processing facilities and an oil and natural gas liquids infrastructure and logistics business. Our operations along the hydrocarbon value chain allow us to offer a full state of midstream and marketing services to our customers in the energy industry.

We are an organization that cares not only about results, but how those results are achieved. Our organization is grounded in the values of Safe, Trustworthy, Respectful, Collaborative and Entrepreneurial. Cultivating a positive employee experience and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where our employees feel engaged, recognized and empowered is foundational to our ambition of being an employer of choice. Learn more about our values and strategy.

We value the safety of our communities, customers, contractors and employees, and believe that all incidents are preventable. Compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations is a requirement, and our Life Saving Rules are basic rules that everyone should know and live by. Working for Pembina means working safely.

Overview:

Pembina Pipeline Corporation’s Oilsands/Conventional Business Unit is currently seeking an Instrumentation Technician. The Instrument Technician will report to the Operations Supervisor and be located in the Sherwood Park Terminals District.

Pembina's Conventional/Oilsands Business Units include a strategically positioned network of pipelines and related infrastructure, encompassing various hubs and terminals. This network facilitates the transportation of crude oil, condensate, and natural gas liquids across significant areas of Alberta, as well as parts of British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and North Dakota. Pembina ranks among Canada's largest operators of oil sands and heavy oil pipelines, and its Oil Sands business unit manages one of the most extensive merchant terminal operations in western Canada. These integrated assets enable us to offer long-term, dedicated transportation services to our customers.

The successful candidate will play an important role and directly impact the safety, function, and reliability of our plant control systems, as well as overall operations of our facility. You will be part of a diverse team working with plant operations, maintenance technicians, safety coordinators, engineers and contractors to ensure safe and reliable plant operation. Our Instrument Technicians are required to have a thorough understanding of safe work practices, troubleshooting, and maintenance of our process instrumentation and controls systems.

The successful candidate must live within 100 km of Sherwood Park.

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

Support Pembina’s safety culture of "Zero by Choice" and the “Life Saving Rules”. To read more about our Life Saving Rules, visit pembina.com/safety;
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance inspections using diagnostic tools and test equipment and make necessary corrections to maintain a safe and reliable controls system; 
Monitor controls and instrument equipment to ensure effective and efficient service;
Conduct tests related to functional performance;
Use schematics and drawings to support safe, environmentally friendly, reliable, and optimum facility operations;
Disassemble, reassemble, calibrate, repair, and troubleshoot process control instrumentation, valves, etc;
Troubleshoot instrumentation failures;
Interact with a broad range of personnel including engineers, technicians, vendors, contractors and leadership;
Potentially have an understanding of PLC programming Allen Bradley and Modicon; and
Participate and support an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications:

High School diploma and Valid driver’s license;
Relevant training and experience in a related industry as an Instrument Tech. or an associate’s degree in the I&E field;
Knowledge of the NEC (National Electrical Code) and OSHA safety standards is a must;
Extensive knowledge with Industrial Instrumentation and Controls in a oil storage facility environment;
Working knowledge with measuring process levels, pressures, flows and temperatures;
Familiarization of PLC and Distributed Controls Systems (DCS);
Ability to comprehend P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop sheets and equipment manuals;
Consistent application of all codes, regulations, reliability strategies, corporate and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards;
MS Office Experience using Word, and Excel;
Effective prioritization; time management and troubleshooting skills;
Preventative and safety minded attitude;
Team player who contributes to a positive work environment;
Demonstrates the ability to quickly learn and apply new instrumentation systems, software, and diagnostic tools in response to evolving industry standards and technological advancements;
Effectively analyzes and resolves issues with unfamiliar equipment or processes by drawing on past experiences, continuous learning, and critical thinking skills; and
A high regard for personal safety and the safety of others.

This position is considered “Safety Sensitive” and so will require Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Testing which includes testing for marijuana metabolites. You may also be required to provide a Driver’s Abstract.

The successful candidate must be legally able to work in the country of the position. Final candidate will be required to undergo Pre-Employment Background Checks including a Criminal Record Check.

This position is scheduled to be posted until end of day: 07/02/2025. In rare circumstances, a position may be posted for less time if there has been significant interest in the role.

Our expectations are high, and our rewards reflect this: We treat our people well - whether it's through our total rewards package, community engagement or volunteer opportunities, all in an environment that is equitable, safe, respectful, inclusive and accessible.

We recognize that diverse perspectives and experiences fuel innovation and enrich our workplace culture. We firmly believe that every individual's unique background, identity and contributions contribute to our collective success. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you're contacted to set up an interview and you require accessibility accommodations, please let your Talent Acquisition Advisor know at that time.

We are a proud recipient of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2018-2022), Alberta's Top Employers (2014-2025) and an Employer Partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. We are also a strong supporter of Skills Canada.

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