Instrumentation Technician with PLC and/or TDC

At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net-zero future. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for. 

The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies. 

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. 

 

Come be part of the Product Solutions Department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Nanticoke, ON.

 

What role you will play in our team

As an Instrumentation Technician at the Imperial Oil Nanticoke Refinery you will be responsible for the maintenance and installation of instrument and control systems, carrying out repairs to existing equipement, and ensuring that there are no plant interuptions.

What you will do

 

Scope of Responsibility:

 

• Calibrating, troubleshooting, repairing and replacing process Instrumentation as a part of the plant's maintenance program.
• Repair and tune various types of controllers associated with process Instrumentation.
• Install or remove both field and panel mounted equipment.
• Pull, repair and calibrate pneumatic and electric actuated control valves.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance activities on instruments in operating units during daily operations, equipment turnarounds, and projects.
• Execute Critical Test Procedures on Instrument Protective Functions
• Troubleshoot equipment failures; Instrumentation process conditions and impacts to recommend improvements for chronic reliability problems.
• Read P&IDs, perform scheduled preventative maintenance work, complete test and maintenance reports, read circuit diagrams, logical approach for troubleshooting
• Work in a manner that improves and enhances teamwork, plant organization and efficiency.
• Routine testing of critical Instrument systems and associated equipment.
• Maintain equipment calibration and repair documentation.
• You will be reporting to the electrical, instrument & analyzer supervisor. Working a day schedule, you'll have the opportunity to interact with and learn from various groups within the refinery including the operations department, other maintenance groups and experienced maintenance technicians.

 

About you

 

Skills and Qualification
 

• PLC experience in programming and troubleshooting is an asset.
• TDC experience in troubleshooting is an asset.
• Previous experience of troubleshooting and repairing instruments is required.
• The ability to consistently follow safe work practices, basic maintenance procedures and enthusiastically contribute to a safe work culture.
• Has knowledge and ability to work with technology related PLC, TDC and instrumentation
• Has an understanding of process control loops and process control system, including those that are computer based
• Must be able to effectively use computer system tools and LAN functions
• Degrees & certifications required for the job should be listed here, listing ‘B.S. or equivalent work experience’ in this section is acceptable if an actual degree is not required :  
  • Minimum education requirement is a two-year technical school diploma as an Instrument Technician from a recognized community college or equivalent. Preference will be given to individuals with a three-year Instrument Technician diploma.
  • Certified 447A Instrumentation & Control Technician is an asset.

 

Skills and Experience/Qualifications
 

• Valid Class 'G' drive license required

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