BWX Technologies

Instrumentation Technician

BWX Technologies$85K — $104K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum Grade 12 education required.
  • Electronic Technologist diploma from a recognized Canadian College preferred.
  • 5+ years relevant experience preferred.
  • Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
  • Knowledge of analytical techniques for pneumatic, electric, and electronic controls.
  • Good mechanical aptitude and hand tool skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble and install electronic and pneumatic equipment from schematics.
  • Examine and test defective equipment to identify malfunctions.
  • Overhaul and calibrate electrical and pneumatic equipment.
  • Design and perform equipment installations and performance qualifications.
  • Maintain and repair process instrumentation and tracking systems.
  • Implement a continuous preventive maintenance system for instrumentation.
  • Communicate effectively with technical personnel and external stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including dental and vision coverage.
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan and optional company-matched retirement savings plans.
  • Flexible hybrid work schedules and compressed workweek options.
  • Generous employee referral bonuses through a tiered program.
  • Educational Refund Plan up to $5,250 USD per year for professional development.
  • Access to mental health support and gym membership discounts.
  • Inclusive workplace culture with team-building activities.
Full Job Description
Position Overview:

The V6 Instrumentation Technician carries out maintenance program on all equipment and instrumentation related to building operations, profuction facilities, production processes, radiation, monitoring and measuring equipment; repairs, modifies and calibrates said systems and equipment utilising up-to-date trade methods and procedures.

Location: Vancouver, BC

Your Day to Day as a V6 Instrumentation Technician:
  • Working from schematics or wiring diagrams and layouts, assembles and installs electronic and pneumatic equipment.
  • Examines and tests defective equipment to determine cause of malfunction or failure.
  • Overhauls, tests and calibrates electronic, electrical and pneumatic equipment throughout Company facilities.
  • Designs, documents and performs installations, operational and performance qualifications for equipment and facilities.
  • Maintains and repairs process instrumentation, programmable controllers and computer systems. Maintains the equipment tracking system.
  • Carries out the provisions of a continuous instrumentation preventive maintenance system and maintains applicable records.
  • Repairs and keeps record of work done on instrumentation and production process instrumentation.
  • Maintains inventory of adequate spare parts for instrumentation, air flow systems and production instrumentation.
  • Modifies, as required, newly received equipment to enable interface with existing systems.
  • Must communicate effectively with technical and professional personnel within the Company, as well as, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
  • Recommends improvements to electronic and pneumatic systems.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
  • May be required to train others.


Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum Grade 12 education required;
  • Electronic Technologist diploma (3 year program), Pneumatic instrumentation diploma form a recognized Canadian College preferred.
  • 5+ years relevant experience perferred.
  • Read blue prints and schematics.
  • Do free hand layout schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Must have good colour vision to distinguish colour code components and wires.
  • Position involves work at heights and in confined spaces.
  • Must have knowledge of analytical techniques of pneumatic, electric and electronic controls.
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of electronic, electric and pneumatic principles.
  • Must have mechanical aptitude in the use of hand tools for repairs.
  • Must have a good knowledge of all test equipment to be used relevant to this position.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Ensuring the well-being of our employees is our priority and we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits for our employees and their families.
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits - Including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage to keep you feeling your best.
  • Secure Your Future - Defined Contribution Pension Plan and an optional Company-matched retirement savings plans (RRSP/TFSA/EPSP)
  • Work-Life Balance - Flexible hybrid schedules and compressed workweek option available
  • Help Grow Our Team - Earn generous referral bonuses with our two-tiered
  • Employee Referral Program ($1,500 and $3,000!).
  • Invest in Your Education - Up to $5,250 USD per year through our Educational Refund Plan.
  • Professional Development - Gain access to training, certifications, and growth opportunities to advance your career.
  • Your Wellness Matters - Enjoy gym membership discounts and access to mental health support programs.
  • A Welcoming Workplace - Join a diverse, inclusive, and supportive culture that celebrates you.
  • Fun & Connection - Engage in team-building activities organized by our Social Committee.Ready to grow with us?

Apply now and let's build something amazing together!

At BWXT, we are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process.

As part of our recruitment practices, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening and evaluating applicants. These tools support our efforts to make consistent and equitable hiring decisions.

The base salary range for this position in British Columbia (CA-BC) at the start of employment is expected to be between $85,012 and $104,138 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

About BWX Technologies

BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is a leading supplier of nuclear components and fuel to the U.S. government; provides technical, management and site services to support governments in the operation of complex facilities and environmental remediation activities; and supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry. BWXT has more than 6,600 employees and significant operations in Lynchburg, Va.; Erwin, Tenn.; Mount Vernon, Ind.; Euclid, Ohio; Barberton, Ohio; and Cambridge, Ontario, as well as more than a dozen U.S. Department of Energy sites around the country.
Learn more about BWX Technologies
Size
6,600 employees
Market Cap
$5.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$278.6 million
Founded
1867
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$2.1 billion
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