Instrumentation Technician
Suncor
Service, calibrate, and troubleshoot refinery instrumentation and control systems.
9 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Commerce City, CO
Onsite
Company Size
14,906 Employees
Service Specialisms
Oil sands development
Production
Upgrading
Offshore oil and gas production
Petroleum refining
Retail and wholesale distribution
Energy trading
Renewable fuels
Sector Specialisms
Oil Sands
Conventional Oil and Gas
Renewable Fuels
Refining
Energy Trading
Natural Gas
Petrochemicals
Lubricants
Role
What you would be doing
preventive maintenance
predictive maintenance
sap capture
troubleshooting
calibration
reliability analysis
- Implement programs for preventive and predictive maintenance of instrumentation systems
- Use SAP to capture work orders, instrument reports, maintenance and reliability data, and fault codes trend analysis
- Respond to callouts and emergencies and provide major maintenance support
- Plan work, including equipment evaluation and selection
- Troubleshoot problems and find opportunities to improve the reliability of the refinery’s equipment
- Use charts and data to conduct analysis and properly diagnose equipment failures
- Perform calibrations, loop checking, troubleshooting, repair, and start-up on field devices
- Improve uptime production numbers by providing calibration accuracy and reliability
What you bring
associate degree
plc
dcs
ccst
5‑year experience
driver's license
- An Associate's Degree (diploma) in the Instrument and Controls field
- In alignment with Suncor’s value of Safety Above All Else, we conduct pre-employment drug testing, employment verification, education verification, background checks, and other pre-employment assessments as a condition of employment
- Knowledge of low voltage distribution systems, distributed control system (DCS) operation and configuration, programmable logic controller (PLC) operation/programming, electrical/instrument control device settings and calibrations, reading and interpreting circuit, process and instrumentation diagrams
- A valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to Suncor
- A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- OR successful completion of a formal program in the field of Process Instrumentation through military service or crafts apprenticeship program with 5 years of recent practical experience in maintenance of industrial instrumentation and controls equipment (calibration of smart transmitters, PLC, DCS, AMS, rebuild control valves, etc).
- You will be required to perform some heavy lifting, use ladders and work on elevated work sites such as scaffolds and towers with the ability to perform in a variety of different environments both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces
- OR current Instrument Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level I and 5 years of recent practical experience in maintenance of industrial instrumentation and controls equipment (calibration of smart transmitters, PLC, DCS, AMS, rebuild control valves, etc)
- Competitive and flexible employee benefits package that can be adjusted to suit the changing needs of your life, including: 3 medical options (including HSA and FSA options), 2 dental options, vision coverage, and an Employee Assistance Plan
- $53.04 per hour with annual increases
- Relocation support will be provided
- Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, 5x8 hour shifts Monday through Friday OR 4x10 hour shifts Monday through Thursday, depending on business needs
- Suncor-funded Cash Balance defined benefit pension plan (vests in 3 years)
- Excellent 401(k) plan with up to a 6% vested match
- You will work out of our Commerce City refinery, located at 5801 Brighton Blvd.
- Paid overtime, often 100-600+ hours per year based on plant needs
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Interview process
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Security clearance- pre‑employment drug testing, employment verification, education verification, background checks, and other pre‑employment assessments.
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Company
Overview
Revenue $52B
Annual Revenue 2023
The company reported total revenue of C$52 billion in 2023, showcasing its financial strength.
C$2.9B
Renewable Assets Valuation
The company spun off its wind and solar energy assets, valued at C$2.9 billion, to focus on hydrogen and renewable fuels.
- A Calgary-based firm that built its roots tapping Canada’s oil sands and later linked upstream and downstream operations into a seamless energy pipeline.
- Beyond mining bitumen, it owns and runs refineries in Canada and the U.S., and retails fuel through Petro-Canada outlets and electric-vehicle charging stations.
- Its offshore ventures stretch into eastern Canada, and it trades commodities like crude, natural gas, sulfur, and petroleum coke across global markets.
- The company excels in sector-wise operations including Industrial oil & gas extraction, commercial and utilities-scale refining and distribution, transport-fuel retailing, and energy trading.
- Its typical projects include mega-scale oil sands plants near Fort McMurray, upgrader expansions like Syncrude, and refinery operations across North America.
- The company has a strong focus on hydrogen, renewable fuels, and cogeneration while maintaining its expertise in heavy-duty energy solutions.
- Safety is a core value and priority in every aspect of our business.
- We act with integrity and honesty in everything we do.
- We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and results.
- We are committed to operational excellence in all our activities.
- We value diversity, respect for individuals, and collaboration across teams.
- We focus on building strong relationships with our stakeholders.
- We are committed to continuous learning and improvement.
- We care about the well-being of our people and the communities where we operate.
2050 target
Net zero GHG emissions
The company has set a goal to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050, marking a significant commitment to environmental sustainability.
30% reduction
GHG Emissions Intensity
A target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 30% from 2019 levels by the year 2030, reflecting a clear strategy to diminish environmental impact.
Invested $1.2B
Low-Carbon Investments
Over $1.2 billion has been invested in low-carbon technologies and renewable energy projects between 2020 and 2022, showcasing a substantial drive towards sustainable innovation.
30% water reduction
Water Use Intensity
Aiming to cut water use intensity by 30% by 2030, highlighting efforts to improve operational efficiency and resource management.
- Renewable energy portfolio includes wind and solar projects across Canada.
- Focus on developing sustainable technologies to reduce carbon emissions in the energy sector.
40% goal
Women in Leadership
Aims for women to hold 40% of leadership positions by 2025.
5% target
Indigenous Workforce
Goals to achieve 5% Indigenous workforce representation by 2025.
30% workforce
Women Representation
Women accounted for 30% of the workforce and 28% of senior leadership in 2022.
- The company has committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees regardless of gender or background.
- Initiatives like employee resource groups and mentorship programs foster an inclusive work environment.
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