Automation and Instrumentation Technician
Job Location:
High River - Canada
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Job Summary
New easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at or text CargillJobs to 60196.
Want to build a stronger more sustainable future and cultivate your career Join Cargills global team of 160000 employees who are committed to safe responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargills protein and salt business where we provide wholesome high-quality food products to a wide range of customers from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.
Job Location: High River AB
Job Type:Full Time
Shift Available: Rotating 12 hour shift (four (4) days on five (5) days off five (5) days on four (4) days off)
Compensation: $44.30/hr
Benefits Information
- Benefits are based in our Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Paid Vacation
- Extended Health & Dental
- Vision Care
- Pension Plan
- Short-term Disability and Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement
Principal Accountabilities
- Install inspect calibrate maintain and repair industrial instrumentation and control equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair PLCs HMIs VFDs and automated control systems
- Maintain and support process control systems instrumentation networks and electrical control panels
- Read and interpret P&IDs electrical schematics loop drawings and technical manuals
- Install configure and troubleshoot instrumentation including:Pressure transmittersFlow metersTemperature sensors (RTDs and thermocouples) Level transmittersControl valves and actuators
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on instrumentation and automation equipment
- Calibrate and validate process instrumentation to ensure accurate operation and compliance with specifications
- Support commissioning testing and startup of new equipment and automation projects
- Diagnose and resolve equipment failures to minimize downtime
- Assist with PLC programming modifications and system upgrades
- Maintain documentation maintenance records calibration records and equipment histories
- Ensure compliance with company safety standards policies and regulatory requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Diploma or Certificate in Industrial Automation or related field
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in industrial manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of industrial automation and control systems
- Experience working with: Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs Siemens PLCs Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) Distributed Control Systems (DCS) Ethernet/IP and industrial communication networks
- Ability to calibrate and troubleshoot a wide range of process instrumentation
- Experience with electrical control panels and industrial electrical systems
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings schematics and P&IDs
- Proficient with testing and calibration equipment
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant certifications related to automation and instrumentation technician
Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vet
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Cargill, Incorporated is an American privately held global corporation based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, and incorporated in Wilmington, Delaware. Founded in 1865, it is the largest privately held corporation in the United States in terms of revenue.
