Contractor Operator Technician (Instrumentation)
About The Position
NorthRiver Midstream (NorthRiver) is one of North America's leading gas gathering and processing businesses on an exciting path of expansion and innovation that's not slowing down. We do energy differently. We are a lean, agile, customer driven company with an asset base primarily located in the rich Montney reserves of Northeast British Columbia. We have a proud and well-earned reputation for safe, reliable operations. We've made real commitments to measurable emission reductions and sustainability, and our results back this up. We have a verifiable track record of meaningful indigenous partnership founded on mutual respect. Our culture is one of partnership, collaboration, ownership and an unwavering commitment to finding solutions together. We're a team that cares about each other. We've got each other's back. We believe that the best ideas win, no matter where they come from. We're the perfect size - lean and agile. We're big enough that there are great opportunities for career growth and personal development.
Requirements
- Journeyman Instrumentation Technician (Interprovincial/Red Seal preferred).
- Valid safety certifications (e.g., H2S Alive, First Aid, WHMIS, TDG, Confined Space, LOTO).
- Familiarity with pipeline regulations and standards (CER, CSA Z662).
- 5+ years of instrumentation experience in oil & gas, pipelines, or industrial environments.
- Strong knowledge of instrumentation calibration, control systems, and troubleshooting.
- Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, RTUs, and flow computers.
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Successful candidates must comply with company Drug & Alcohol Policy and be able to meet respiratory protection / clean-shaven requirements where applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with custody transfer measurement systems and field instrumentation is considered an asset.
- Experience with CMMS systems (e.g., Maximo) preferred.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract.
- Physically capable of working in field environments and responding to callouts.
- Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on field instrumentation at valve sites, pump stations, and meter stations.
- Calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation including transmitters, control valves, analyzers, and measurement devices (e.g., flow, pressure, temperature, and density).
- Maintain and support custody transfer measurement systems, including meter verification and basic proving activities.
- Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, RTUs, flow computers, and SCADA-connected field devices.
- Conduct routine inspections and functional testing of instrumentation and control systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Support commissioning, startup, shutdown, and pigging activities as required.
- Perform site checks and assist operations by ensuring instrumentation is functioning correctly and providing accurate data.
- Assist in diagnosing and resolving operational upsets related to instrumentation or control system issues.
- Conduct routine inspections and support maintenance program requirements, documenting deficiencies and initiating corrective actions.
- Diagnose instrument and control system failures using systematic troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
- Support integrity activities through instrumentation verification and field validation.
- Ensure instrumentation and measurement systems meet applicable regulatory and company standards (e.g., CER, CSA Z662).
- Maintain accurate calibration and maintenance records to support compliance and audit requirements.
- Support inspections, audits, and regulatory activities as required.
- Promote a strong safety culture and adhere to all safety procedures, including LOTO and confined space entry.
- Maintain accurate work orders, calibration records, and maintenance documentation within the CMMS (e.g., Maximo).
- Identify and report equipment issues, safety concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
Benefits
- A culture of continuous learning and mentorship from the best in the business (and fun!)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
