Instrumentation Technician - Oil & Gas

Instrumentation Technician Oil & Gas Industry

certified Instrumentation Technicians

Location - OVERSEAS Client

Roles & Responsibilities

Knowledge

• Possess a solid understanding of operating processes related to instrumentation.
• Have a comprehensive knowledge of precision measurement and calibration.
• Service and repair electronic equipment.
• Apply the principles of Electronics, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Mechanics, and Chemistry.
• Understand the monitoring processes involved in process quality control.
• Service, repair, fabricate, and assemble trade-related electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic components, and process connections.
• Maintain and apply Occupational Health and Safety codes and standards.
• Perform assigned tasks in accordance with quality and production standards required by the industry.
• Material procurement skills able to source specific items, find alternative options for backordered materials, and explore various brands.
• Knowledge of flare stacks capable of troubleshooting ignitors, temperature controllers, winch systems, and pilot regulators.
• Familiarity with start-up procedures able to assist operations with process troubleshooting and provide basic start-up support for customers after project completion.

Communication & Teamwork

• This position requires adapting to swiftly evolving technologies and client needs.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn new competencies are vital.
• You must be able to communicate effectively with consultants, engineers, other trades, and crews to fulfill instrumentation tasks at the job site.
• You should be capable of proposing alternatives and solutions to engineering challenges, as many OSRs come from a mechanical background and may need this support.
• Leading safety and tailgate meetings is necessary, requiring you to be articulate and confident.
• You need to assess and estimate work requirements accurately.
• Proficiency in computer skills is required, including using Bluebeam, managing emails, handling scope changes, creating RFIs, maintaining QAQC documentation, ordering materials, and managing work tickets.

Technical

• Proficient in reading, interpreting, and working with technical drawings (P&IDs, loop diagrams, system architecture).
• Skilled in design using SmartPlant P&ID and experienced in creating instrument indexes/databases, along with basic AutoCAD skills. Also, interpret Cable Schedules, Mechanical ISOs, and PLC drawings.
• Competent in programming applications for DCS systems and developing HMIs, with experience in Emerson Delta-V and ABB 800xA.
• Capable of commissioning and troubleshooting pneumatic systems, 12v & 24v control systems, and 4-20mA control loops.
• Strong understanding of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.
• Comprehensive knowledge of DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems.
• Experienced in repairing and troubleshooting electrical, instrumentation, control equipment, and emission monitoring instrumentation.
• Conduct installation, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of protective relays, computers, metering, monitoring, and control systems for gas turbines, generators, and plant auxiliary equipment.
• Inspect and test the operation of instruments and systems to diagnose faults using pneumatic, electrical, and electronic testing devices alongside precision measuring instruments.
• Proficient in bending and installing Swagelok tubing (1) efficiently, including racking 2-10 lines while understanding the installation sequence.
• Experienced in performing and documenting Quality Assurance checks and calibration reports.
• Capable of determining suitable locations for instrument mounting and routing raceway support for tubing installations.
• Proficient in understanding pipe fitting specifications, ANSI ratings, process ratings, pressure ratings, and sizing.
• Skilled in cutting and threading piping from up to 1 when necessary.
• Capable of rebuilding and/or resizing control valves, actuators, pumps, regulators, and PSVs.
• Knowledgeable about pneumatic and hydraulic loops, including understanding latches, solenoids, regulators, and high/low pressure pilots, with the ability to bypass and test while the process is live.
• Skilled in meter calibrations, able to calibrate MVS devices to various RTUs and generate reports.
• Proficient in gas detection calibration, troubleshooting, and sensor replacement for any brand.
• Experienced in device calibrations for pressure, flow, temperature, etc., including transmitters, gauges, and switches.
• Knowledgeable in analyzer setup, calibration, and operation.

Important Information

Compensation

• CA$ 42 - CA$45 per hour

Benefits

Starter Toolkit Program.

• Excellent Pay & Benefits.
• Retirement Savings Program.
• Opportunity for Advancement.
• Safety Training and Basic PPE Provided.
• Years of Service Recognition.
• Referral Program.

Requirements

• Must possess maintenance and industrial oil field instrumentation experience of at least 5 years.
• Must be a certified Instrumentation Technician.
• Must be able to take initiative, work independently as well as in a team.
• Must be reliable and dependable (i.e., punctual and ready to work).
• Excellent communication skills (i.e., fluid English).
• A demonstrated ability to work safely.
• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
• Ability to work in conditions ranging from minus 40C to plus 30C.
• Safety site requirements include: clean-shaven, no beards, and the ability to wear a hardhat.
• Pre-access drug & alcohol testing.

Safety Training

Safety Compliance Training

Additional Skills (An Asset)

• Knowledgeable about conducting pressure testing.
• Proficient in working without drawings and understanding requests and scope of work from verbal instructions, especially regarding process protection or control requirements.
• Basic understanding of combustion, including potential burner management system issues.

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Join our team for a challenging yet rewarding career in instrumentation.

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