Dual Ticket Electrical

3 weeks ago


Bethune, Canada K+S Potash Canada Full time

K+S Potash Canada (KSPC) is part of the K+S Group, with headquarters in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; a solution potash mine and production facility located near Moose Jaw and Regina, Saskatchewan; and a potash handling and storage facility operated in partnership with Pacific Coast Terminals in Port Moody, British Columbia. We acknowledge that our Saskatchewan offices and facilities are located on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 land. These are the territories of the Cree, Salteaux and Sioux, and the homeland of the Métis people. Our Port Moody operation is located on the land of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Kwikwetlam, Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish and Musqueam First Nations. Our organization is committed to having long lasting and deeply rooted relationships with Indigenous people and communities, and is proud to provide job and business opportunities for local people and businesses.

**Dual Ticket Electrical & Instrumentation Journeyperson**:
**Your Responsibilities**:
As a member of the Core Systems Maintenance team, the Dual Ticket Electrician/Instrumentation Technician combines the expertise of each trade to maintain and enhance the site's electrical assets, infrastructure, and industrial automation & control systems. This position involves a broad scope of responsibilities, including the upkeep and servicing of Medium and Low voltage assets, field and shop repairs of instrumentation devices, and providing essential support in the commissioning, startup, and operations of various site projects throughout the Bethune mine.

The Dual-Trade position will carry out regular diagnostic activities to ensure optimal performance and reliability of both electrical and instrumentation systems. This includes conducting both preventative and corrective maintenance tasks, overseeing contractor assignments related to the plant's electrical and automation systems, and actively supporting the commissioning and operational phases of industrial automation and control systems. This role demands a proactive approach to maintenance, a keen eye for detail in troubleshooting, and a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Utilize advanced testing devices to inspect and diagnose operational issues within electrical & instrumentation devices, identifying faults efficiently during routine maintenance checks and inspections. Provide detailed feedback on preventative maintenance and corrective work activities
- Perform troubleshooting and repairs on a wide range of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems & assets, including essential maintenance on protective relays, metering, and control systems integral to gas turbines and generators
- Install and maintain critical process control instrumentation, such as transmitters, controllers, analyzers, and valves, ensuring precise calibration and optimal performance
- Engage in mechanical repairs and modifications, adeptly managing the installation and adjustment of small piping and tubing components
- Rebuild, calibrate and adjust both electrical & instrumentation devices such as transmitters, control valves, relays, and VFDs to guarantee equipment operates at peak efficiency
- Coordinate with contractors to facilitate both minor and major maintenance shutdowns, assisting in the design, testing, quality assurance, commissioning, and start-up of instrumentation and control systems
- Aid in diagnosing and resolving system malfunctions, process disturbances, and provide advice on technical issues, offering practical support to the Commissioning and Start-up Team with equipment setups
- Execute all maintenance and service activities in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Regulations, the site's Electrical Safety Plan, the Canadian Electrical Code, Environmental Standards, Company Policies, and KSPC Electrical Safe Work Practices and Procedures
- Ensure completion and proper preparation of necessary Permits, Hazard Assessments, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Isolation documentation, and ensure safe approaches are utilized to minimize the level of risk before beginning work
- Engage in creating and executing lock-out/tag-out procedures and electrical Switching Plans, contributing to the continual improvement of safety and operational procedures
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures closely, submitting suggestions for improvements and modifications when necessary, and provide guidance to ensure work instructions (WI’s) are accurate and up to date
- Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance, diligently completing necessary reports to uphold system reliability and adhere to safety standards. Leverages preventive maintenance findings to proactively address potential system vulnerabilities, fostering an environment of continuous operational improvement.
- Take part in training sessions led by vendors, attend external workshops, and actively contribute to safety committees, sharing insights and feedback der