Job Overview:
Reporting to the Foreman, Quality and Measurement, the Crude Quality Technician supports crude quality, measurement, and risk management at Marten Hills/Slave Lake by completing sampling, analysis, equipment
verification/calibration, and reporting activities. This role ensures timely accurate quality data and will assist in executing a crude quality program by learning new technologies pertaining to crude quality specifications, maintaining monitoring equipment, and performing daily field sampling and analysis of crude oil products in accordance with industry-standard protocols.
Position Responsibilities:
- Complete routine and event-based crude sampling and analysis to support quality and custody transfer (e.g., vapor pressure, viscosity, sulphur, C4, and other required tests).
- Monitor incoming and outgoing crude quality (including LACT quality) and proactively identify shifts that could impact quality, custody transfer, or commercial obligations.
- Verify results through validation checks and comparisons with third-party laboratory data.
- Document, trend, and communicate results, risks, and recommendations to Operations, Oil Movements, and Marketing.
- Support shipping, crude movement, and optimization activities in accordance with Kingston procedures and the Measurement Manual.
- Coordinate internal SME and external vendor support for equipment issues; assist with maintenance, housekeeping, and facility upkeep to support safe operations.
- Support third-party meter proving/calibration and complete verification/calibration for the TMS truck unload system (as applicable).
- Provide day-to-day support to the Operations team.
Working Conditions:
Crude Quality Technician performs physical demanding duties including but not limited to repetitive bending, standing, crouching, sitting, and lifting to 50 lbs on a repetitive basis. Works in terminal, laboratory environments and field including outdoors in all weather conditions. Work schedule is: 8 days on 6 days off, on-call rotation is expected.
Skills and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary or technical diploma with Instrumentation is an asset.
- Oilfield, terminal, or facility operations experience with strong mechanical aptitude.
- Experience with laboratory, analytical, and/or measurement equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and documentation.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; able to work independently with minimal supervision and contribute effectively to a team.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Safety-focused with sound judgment; willing to obtain and maintain required industry certifications.
- Working knowledge of ASTM and API standards, and applicable regulations (e.g., Alberta Energy Regulator Directive 017).
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and ability to travel within the area of responsibility.
Note: Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
