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Automation and Instrumentation Technician

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Job ID 333342 Date posted 09/03/2026 Location : High River, Canada Category  BUILD OPERATE MAINTAIN (PLANT OPNS) Job Status  Hourly Full Time

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Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s 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 transmitters, Flow meters, Temperature sensors (RTDs and thermocouples), Level transmitters, Control 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



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