Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation
Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRLRole Overview
Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL is hiring a mid-level Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation. This is a full-time role in Fort McMurray. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
The Opportunity:
At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada's energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.
Make your mark while you grow your career! Are you seeking an opportunity to demonstrate and further develop your Instrumentation skill set? This is an incredible opening where, as the Maintenance Technician, you will gain exposure and contribute to the safety and reliability of equipment within the Secondary Upgrading and Sulphur areas of the Horizon Oil Sands plant. In this position you will become the key technical resource directly supporting Upgrading Maintenance, Operations and Construction groups. You will be accountable for installing, isolating, troubleshooting, cleaning, inspecting, calibrating and maintaining field instrumentation and control systems throughout the facility.
- Job location:
Fort McMurray, Alberta - Horizon Oil Sands Site
- Shift schedule:
7 days on, 7 days off, 12-hour shifts (Thursday start, 80 hours per rotation)
- Safety sensitive position:
Yes
- Application deadline:
May 8, 2026
Key Accountabilities:
- Provide expert technical assistance in diagnosing and resolving issues with all field instrumentation and control systems, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance
- Collaborate closely with our Operations team to perform daily maintenance on all instrumentation-related equipment, guaranteeing that our systems function at peak efficiency
- Diligently execute scheduled work orders on a daily basis, following the guidance of the Instrumentation Lead Hand, to maintain the integrity of our instrumentation systems
- Initiate proactive measures to identify and address improvement opportunities within the instrumentation domain, contributing to the enhancement of equipment functionality and reliability
- Ensure that all maintenance work is meticulously documented within our Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maximo), maintaining a comprehensive record of equipment maintenance history
- Identify, document, and analyze recurring problems, playing a vital role in the development of strategies aimed at enhancing equipment reliability and preventing future issues
What You Bring to the Role:
- 5+ years of related industry experience as an Instrumentation Technician
- A Journeyman Certificate in Instrumentation and a Red Seal designation
- Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting complex instrumentation and control system issues to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency
- Comfort working with various tools, equipment, and computerized systems used in instrumentation maintenance and control systems
- The capability to adapt to changing work conditions, schedules, and priorities in a dynamic industrial environment
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
- 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
- May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural's Relocation Policy
- May be eligible for additional premiums
- Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
- First class camp facilities
- Health & Wellness Spending Account
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation position at Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation position at Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL located?
This position is based in Fort McMurray. Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation at Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL earn?
Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation role at Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL posted?
This role was posted on April 24, 2026 (50 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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