Operations Technician, Electrical
Date: Dec 17, 2025
Location: Fort McMurray, AB, CA
Company: Inter Pipeline Ltd.
At Inter Pipeline, we are building a team of innovators and problem solvers with diverse backgrounds and skill sets. We cultivate opportunities to get to know each other better and collaborate more effectively. In every part of our organization, you will find people with a sense of purpose and a shared ethos - motivated, engaged, exploring new ideas and pushing for continuous improvements in everything we do. We believe teamwork is core to our success, and in that spirit you will work closely with leaders and team members. This is a great opportunity to amplify your purpose and contribute to meaningful, challenging work at the forefront of the energy sector.
Bring your passion, your ideas, and let's do this.
Description
Join a team where safety, collaboration, and innovation come first. Located out of our Fort McMurray office, the Operations Technician, Electrical will report to the Operations Supervisor in Fort McMurray. As an Operations Technician, Electrical, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and improving electrical and instrumentation systems that keep our pipeline and pumping facilities running smoothly. You’ll work closely with a small, dedicated team and partner with multiple departments to share insights and drive improvements and efficiencies. If you’re a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a supportive, team-oriented environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Key Activities and Responsibilities
• Day-to-day maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electrical power, control equipment, SCADA systems, flow computers, PLC systems and 5kv switching/troubleshooting.
• Maintenance and repair of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s) and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS), heat trace, electric actuated valve’s and associated equipment
• Coordinate annual electrical inspections with electrical inspection authority and manage deficiencies
• Assist with high voltage maintenance
• Lockout-tagout of electrical equipment for energy isolation
• Conduct operational activities such as meter proving, pigging, sampling, product quality assurance and monthly cutoff
• Perform routine inspections of station sites and mainline block valves
• Provide support to engineering for projects as well as participate in safety and operations meetings
• Support a 24-hour on-call rotation, including weekends
• Supervise contractors and ensure that safe practices and procedures are adhered to
Education, Skills and Experience
• Red Seal Journeyperson Electrician certification is required
• Strong preference will be given to candidates possessing a dual Electrical/Instrumentation ticket with experience working with medium voltage equipment.
• 5+ years related electrical and instrumentation experience is required
• Solid experience with medium voltage, 5kv troubleshooting and or instrumentation experience
• Computer proficiency along with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills are strong assets
• Must possess and maintain a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license
• Previous operational experience is beneficial
• Applicant must be willing to learn and perform operational duties
• Current H2S Alive, WHMIS and First Aid certification are also an asset
Hours
• Full-time permanent, 4x10 hours shifts (Tuesday-Friday)
• The successful candidate is required to live in the Fort McMurray region.
Inter Pipeline recognizes the importance of properly rewarding our employees by offering attractive employee benefits. Please visit our “working with us” page to learn about the compensation and benefits offerings Working Here | Inter Pipeline
As this position is identified as safety and security sensitive, employment of a final candidate will be conditional upon completion of medical pre-employment, drug & alcohol, criminal background check assessment and a valid driver’s abstract with satisfactory
While diversity is a fact, inclusion is the act of recognizing the value of our differences and leveraging them for the betterment of our organization. At Inter Pipeline, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that values, represents, and supports the communities in which we work. We are committed to maintaining a respectful workplace and we are building a culture that supports the diverse needs of our employees. We welcome applications from all individuals including those who are Indigenous, racialized, of varied abilities and ethnicities, members of gender and sexually diverse communities, as well as with any other dimension of diversity.
