Instrumentation Technician

Pembina Pipeline Corporation•Redwater, AB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Pembina Pipeline Corporation's Redwater Complex is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Journeyman Instrumentation Technician to join the team. This role is critical in supporting the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of our facilities through the installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems. The successful candidate will act as a technical specialist, providing leadership and coordination across maintenance activities, including supporting apprentices, contractors, and cross-functional teams. This role directly supports the safe and reliable operation of the Redwater Complex by ensuring instrumentation systems are maintained to the highest standards. Through technical expertise and collaboration, the Journeyman Instrumentation Technician contributes to asset reliability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, supporting Pembina’s commitment to safe operations and strong business performance. Liquids Transportation & Fractionation Operations are involved in the fractionation, terminals & storage, logistics, and distribution of specification natural gas liquids throughout North America. Natural Gas Liquids are components of natural gas classified by weight and number of carbon atoms – Methane (C1), Ethane (C2), Propane (C3), Butane (C4), and Condensate (mixture of C5+). Fractionation involves separating the different products in an NGL mix into ethane, propane, and butane.

Requirements

Journeyperson Instrumentation certification, Instrument Technologist, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong understanding of the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial instrumentation and control systems
Proficiency with analog and digital communication systems used in instrumentation
Ability to read and interpret manuals, engineering standards, drawings, and schematics (including electrical, pneumatic, and P&IDs)
Demonstrated commitment to safety, accountability, and continuous improvement, aligned with Pembina’s values
Demonstrated learning agility and adaptability in dynamic operating environments
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Ability to support on-call rotations and work outside regular shifts as required
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Legally able to work in the country of the position
Must undergo Pre-Employment Background Checks including a Criminal Record Check

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP or other Plant Maintenance Management (PMM) systems is considered an asset
Familiarity with industrial equipment and systems (e.g., fired heaters, flare systems, control valves) is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Support Pembina’s safety culture of “Zero by Choice,” adhere to Life Saving Rules, and demonstrate Pembina’s values in all work performed
Install, commission, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial instrumentation and control systems in a safe and reliable manner
Perform testing, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation devices (e.g., pressure, temperature, flow, and level) and associated control systems
Utilize diagnostic and configuration tools (e.g., HART, PDM, or equivalent) to support instrumentation performance and reliability
Support the safe operation of live facilities by coordinating work with operations, including managing system impacts where required
Collaborate with operations, engineering, contractors, and vendors to resolve equipment issues and support reliable plant performance
Act as a technical resource and mentor, supporting development through coaching, feedback, and knowledge sharing
Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance reliability, efficiency, and maintenance practices
Demonstrate learning agility by adapting to evolving technologies, systems, and processes in a dynamic operating environment
Participate in on-call rotation and support broader site and trade activities as required