Instrument Asset Specialist - Valve & Measurement Reliability Solutions

Date: Sep 26, 2024

Location: Grande Prairie, AB, CA, T8V 6M8

Company: Spartan Controls Ltd.

Spartan Controls is an employee-owned company and leading provider of data management, industrial automation, valves, measurement and control solutions for process industries in Western Canada and beyond.  We are dedicated to providing exceptional sales, support and service experiences for our diverse customer base in industries such as mining, power, oil & gas, municipal, pulp & paper, and chemical.

 

Spartan is committed to creating a sustainable modern world with innovative automation. Our focus is Customer Outcomes.  By leveraging applied automation we assist customers improving their Safety, Reliability, Operations and Productivity.  

 

Our employee ownership model creates a unique culture of community, creativity, entrepreneurship, and a place to build your career.  Spartan Controls provides an environment that not only encourages you to do your best, but also empowers you to do what it takes to create a solution, address a need, or respond to an issue.

 

Summary

We are currently recruiting for an Instrument Asset Specialist to work within the Spartan Valve & Measurement Reliability Solutions Team in Grande Prairie. The role is focused on working directly with Strategic Customers as a key member of their Automation, Maintenance & Reliability teams in leveraging Emerson Smart Valve & Measurement technologies to drive efficiency, reliability, and cost reduction. You will be reporting to the Manager – Instrument Asset Specialists.

 

The role provides a motivated individual the opportunity to gain unique, real-world experience working with Emerson/Spartan technologies while developing a valuable skillset not commonly found in the market. 

 

Spartan provides a comprehensive initial training program, ongoing career development & mentorship, and a strong, positive team environment. 
 

Role and Responsibilities

  • Develop, enhance, and support the Customer’s maintenance and reliability work processes through the utilization of Emerson technologies and Spartan best practices.
  • Provide an expert level utilization of Emerson’s AMS Device Manager Suite including diagnostics and predictive alert capabilities.
  • Provide direct reliability and technical support for Emerson/Spartan products at both an engineering and maintenance level.
  • Deliver and quantify Customer value 
  • Provide hands-on training and mentorship on the utilization of Emerson’s technologies.
  • Create, improve and/or maintain instrument data integrity, this may include (but is not limited to) diagnostic, maintenance, datasheet, and SIS instrument validation records.
  • Inventory optimization and management 
  • Participate in the development, optimization and execution of instrument and valve turnaround scope
     

Qualifications and Skills

  • Engineering Degree, Instrumentation Technologist Diploma or Instrumentation Journeyman / Journeywoman / Journeyperson designation from an accredited institution
  • 5+ Years industry experience in an operating process facility is an asset.
  • Experience working with Emerson devices and AMS Device Manager/Valvelink software is an asset
  • Experience in a Maintenance or Reliability Specialist role is an asset
  • Proven Customer service skills 
  • Effective interpersonal, communication and organizational skills 
  • Highly motivated and innovative 
  • Ability to work in team environment 
  • Entrepreneurial work ethic
  • This role requires flexibility and the ability to commute to the customer site on a regular schedule
  • Spartan is committed to providing a safe workplace for all employees. This position is classified as safety-sensitive, and as such, the successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment alcohol & drug test.
     

Spartan recognizes that there are many ways in which candidates develop knowledge, abilities, and competencies throughout their careers. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds and we do consider qualifications and competencies that are equivalent to those specifically mentioned above.

 

Close Date: Sunday October 20, 2024 (11:59 pm MST)
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 Requisition ID: 1284