Field Service Technician - Vapor
at John Zink

Job Description

Your Job

John Zink is hiring a Field Service Technician in the Vapor group supporting the refining and petrochemical industries!

This is a remote position within Canada.

John Zink is the leader in the vapor space with the largest install base in North America. We offer competitive compensation ranging from $55 to $65 CAD per hour (higher for experienced candidates), along with excellent health and retirement benefits. Company-provided credit card, cell phone, and laptop are included.

Our Team

John Zink, a Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) company, delivers innovative, engineered-to-order solutions. Our vapor equipment group provides specialized products for refining and petrochemical applications. Our Field Service Technicians work directly at customer sites across Canada, performing commissioning, maintenance, and other technical service work.

What You Will Do

• Travel to customer sites from your home office to perform preventative maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of a wide variety of electrical and mechanical equipment. Equipment includes, but is not limited to, pumps, motors, variable frequency drives (VFD), positioners, valves, actuators, transmitters, combustion equipment, emissions monitoring equipment, digital recorders, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
• Commission, troubleshoot, and modify different types of PLCs (primarily Allen Bradley, Emerson, and Wonderware) including PID loop controllers, VFDs, Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI), and other control devices.
• Modify technical documents and drawings (redlines) to reflect field changes and corrections for equipment commissioning.
• Travel extensively within Canada and potentially the US, with a minimum of 75% travel expected.
• Be on call for customer service as needed.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience modifying, diagnosing, and troubleshooting PLCs such as Allen Bradley and GE brands.
• Experience programming, calibrating, and configuring 4-20 mA loop devices.
• Understanding and application of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) or National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to read and interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), fabrication drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Valid Canadian Driver's License and ability to operate a company vehicle as needed.
• Able to travel over 75% of the time.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and 25 lbs routinely.
• Able to bend, stoop, crawl, climb, and maneuver around skidded equipment and piping.
• Ability to hear distinct sounds, perceive colors accurately, and see at varying distances.
• Work in outdoor environments with occasional long days.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix, RS Linx, GE Rx3i, Modicon, Siemens, or other PLCs
• 2-year technical degree in a mechanically-based field or 4 years of relevant military service
• Field experience in petrochemical, power generation, renewable energy, pulp & paper, or food processing industries
• Electrical journeyman license or equivalent credentials
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety standards (OSHA, NFPA 70E, CCOHS, CSA B149.3)
• Experience with industrial electrical/electronic equipment: motors, VFDs, positioners, valves, actuators, transmitters, and PLCs

This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

General Salary Range

For this role, we anticipate an hourly rate ranging from $55 to $65 CAD an hour as we are open to candidates from a wide range of career levels. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Who We Are

John Zink is a global leader in combustion and emission control. We deliver reliable and tailored solutions that include industrial burners, flares, thermal oxidizers, and vapor control systems. Backed by decades of proven performance, industry-leading research and development, and expert service and support, we help our partners optimize performance and achieve long-term success. Our commitment to excellence drives meaningful progress and delivers lasting impact for the industries we serve.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.