Crude Quality Technician

Kingston Midstream • Slave Lake, AB

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Foreman, Quality and Measurement, the Crude Quality Technician supports crude quality, measurement, and risk management at Marten Hills/Slave Lake by completing sampling, analysis, equipment verification/calibration, and reporting activities. This role ensures timely accurate quality data and will assist in executing a crude quality program by learning new technologies pertaining to crude quality specifications, maintaining monitoring equipment, and performing daily field sampling and analysis of crude oil products in accordance with industry-standard protocols.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Oilfield, terminal, or facility operations experience with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with laboratory, analytical, and/or measurement equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; able to work independently with minimal supervision and contribute effectively to a team.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Safety-focused with sound judgment; willing to obtain and maintain required industry certifications.
• Working knowledge of ASTM and API standards, and applicable regulations (e.g., Alberta Energy Regulator Directive 017).
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and ability to travel within the area of responsibility.

Nice To Haves

• post-secondary or technical diploma with Instrumentation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine and event-based crude sampling and analysis to support quality and custody transfer (e.g., vapor pressure, viscosity, sulphur, C4, and other required tests).
• Monitor incoming and outgoing crude quality (including LACT quality) and proactively identify shifts that could impact quality, custody transfer, or commercial obligations.
• Verify results through validation checks and comparisons with third-party laboratory data.
• Document, trend, and communicate results, risks, and recommendations to Operations, Oil Movements, and Marketing.
• Support shipping, crude movement, and optimization activities in accordance with Kingston procedures and the Measurement Manual.
• Coordinate internal SME and external vendor support for equipment issues; assist with maintenance, housekeeping, and facility upkeep to support safe operations.
• Support third-party meter proving/calibration and complete verification/calibration for the TMS truck unload system (as applicable).
• Provide day-to-day support to the Operations team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED