Job Description

POSTING DATE: March 25, 2025

JOB NUMBER: 2025-22

HYBRID WORK: Non-Eligible

POSITION TYPE: Permanent

LOCATION: Athabasca Area, Alberta

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking an Instrumentation Mechanic to work out of our mill site near Athabasca, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing the measuring and control devices used in all Al-Pac industrial and production processing. The technicians work with a wide variety of pneumatic, electronic and microcomputer devices used to measure and control pressure, flow, temperature, level, motion, force, and chemical composition.

Who Are We?

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.

Role Responsibilities

• Operate complex machines and systems, adjusting processes to optimize quality and productivity. Also responsible for generating solutions to complex inefficiencies.
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain instrumentation or electronic equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Inspect instrumentation systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Provide operational support by performing a range of route activities using existing systems and protocols.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of the organization's policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards. Obtain authorization from a supervisor or manager for any exceptions from mandatory procedure.

Role Requirements

• Alberta-certified Instrument journeyperson.
• Alberta certified Electrical journeyperson would be an asset.
• Holds a recognized related trade certificate.
• 5 – 7+ years’ experience in manufacturing/forestry maintenance and service or performing other instrumentation related duties including machinery and equipment installation, repair and maintenance.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) an asset.

Other

Working Knowledge of:

• Analyzers (Teledyne TRS, CO, SO2)
• Flow and Opacity (Teledyne Ultra flow 150 and Light-Hawk)
• Dilution systems (STI CEMS)
• Data loggers (Global Analyzer systems)

• CEMS experience.
• Ability to prioritize, manage time well, multitask and troubleshoot.
• The ability to read and understand complex instructions.
• Consult manufacturers' manuals to determine test and maintenance procedures.
• Use pneumatic, electrical and electronic testing devices to inspect and test instrument and system operation and diagnose faults.
• Practice loss management principles.
• Consult with and advise process operators.
• Repair, maintain and adjust system components or remove and replace defective parts.
• Conduct risk assessments.
• Calibrate and maintain components and instruments according to manufacturers' specifications.
• Work with engineers on basic designs.
• Install and maintain instruments on new or existing plant equipment and processes.
• Interpret and use appropriate CSA, ISA and API installation standards and practices.

What We Offer

• A competitive annual salary including a company-paid pension at 7% and matching RRSP up to 3%.
• Company-paid dental and extended health benefits, including a health care and taxable spending account and supplemental life insurance.
• Compressed work schedule (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
• Four week’s annual vacation to start, increasing with years of service.
• Relocation Assistance Program, depending on eligibility.
• Team-based culture that encourages work-life balance.

To apply today and learn more about Al-Pac's current opportunities, please visit: alpac.ca/grow-with-us

Legal Statement

Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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