Instrumentation Technician - Sarnia - May 2025

at  ExxonMobil

At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net-zero future. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.
The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.
Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.
At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.
Come be part of the Product Solutions department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Sarnia, ON.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified 447A Instrumentation & Control Technician an asset.
• Instrument and Control Engineering Technologist diploma and/or relevant industry experience are required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• Ability to consistently follow safe work practices, basic maintenance procedures and enthusiastically contribute to a safe work culture.
• Has knowledge and ability to work with technology related instrumentation.
• Has an understanding of process control loops and process control system, including those that are computer based. Relevant industry experience & knowledge in these areas or those that are similar will be considered an asset including: Honeywell TDC2000, TDC3000, HPM, C300, Fisher & Masoneilan control valves and smart positioners, Rosemount, Honeywell field instrumentation, Siemens, ABB GC’s, Thermox and Servomex 02 analyzers.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.
• Able to work individually as well as in a team situation with minimal supervision.
  Start date: May 2025
  Work Term: 24 months
  Location: Sarnia, ON

WHAT ROLE YOU WILL PLAY IN OUR TEAM

You will be joining the Imperial Oil Sarnia Site Maintenance Department as part of our instrument and analyzers team. As an Instrumentation Technician you will be responsible for the maintenance and installation of instrument and control systems, carrying out repairs to existing equipment, and ensuring that there are no plant interruptions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Calibrating, troubleshooting, repairing and replacing process instruments as a part of plant maintenance program.
• Repair and tune various types of controllers associated with process instrumentation.
• Assist in removal and installation of, perform calibration and repairs to pneumatic and electric actuated control valves.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance activities on instrumentation in operating units during daily operations equipment turnarounds, and projects.
• Execute critical test procedures on instrumented protective functions
• Troubleshoot equipment failures; analyze process conditions and impacts in order to recommend improvements for chronic reliability problems.
• Read P&IDs; perform scheduled preventative maintenance work, complete test and maintenance reports, read circuit diagrams, logical approach for troubleshooting
• Work in a manner that improves and enhances teamwork, plant organization and efficiency.
• Routine testing of critical instrument systems and associated equipment
• Maintain equipment calibration and repair documentation
• You will be reporting to the electrical, instrument & analyzer supervisor where you will have the opportunity to interact with and learn from various groups within the refinery/chemicals plant including the operations department, other maintenance groups and experienced maintenance technicians.