E/I Maintenance Technician - Local / Canada

We are a leading global technical recruitment company providing professional contract and permanent staff to a diverse world- wide client base within the oil & gas Industry. Our client is currently seeking an E/I Maintenance Technician for a 6 month contract to start (strong potential to extend into a long term opportunity). The shifts will be 5/2 off, 9 hours per day. All candidates must be local to Fort McMurray as no LOA or camp is provided.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Electrical/Instrument expertise in the maintenance of all SAGD processing facilities and field locations
• Understand challenges of day to day maintenance, as well as facility shutdowns and turnarounds
• A proven analytical approach to troubleshooting, with exceptional problem solving skills
• Self-motivated and the ability to work safely with very little guidance
• Strong interpersonal skills, ensure effective communication with Operations, Maintenance and Management staff
• Complete work orders as required and ensure the system is updated
• Help establish a predictive/preventative maintenance schedule for all equipment and ensure it is adhered to
• Maintain superior housekeeping standards throughout the plant and field areas

Experience & Skills:

• Experience working with low, medium and high voltage switchgear and MCCs
• Experience with large horsepower motors, starters and isolating equipment
• Experience with VFDs, programming and troubleshooting
• Experience with measurement and analytical instrumentation, calibration and troubleshooting
• Should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Oil and Gas industry

Education & Training Required:

• Alberta Journeyman Electrician Certificate or Inter-Provincial Red Seal
• Alberta Journeyman Instrumentation Certificate or Inter- Provincial Red Seal
• Valid Alberta class 5 operator’s license
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• High Voltage certification, an asset
• Standard safety certificates will be required