Building Your Future with Epscan: Crafting Careers, Cultivating Success

Imagine being part of a team where you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a family. At Epscan, we believe in building careers, not just jobs.

 

Imagine being part of a team where you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a family. At Epscan, we believe in building careers, not just jobs.

Epscan is known as being a people-focused company filled with team members who are highly skilled and passionate about their work. When building a career at Epscan, they believe that a supportive environment helps employees thrive which translates to client success.

“You really see longevity here. You see people that have 20-plus years with the company. You see people that have begun their apprenticeship and worked through to their journeyman’s and dual tickets here. People can tell the story of ‘I joined Epscan, I left, and I came back because Epscan is where I belonged.’ You won’t find a better company than this.”
– Sonya Wiebe OSHP, Safety Manager

The Epscan Family—More Than Just a Workplace

The Stirling family, who built the company from the ground up, always focused on creating a culture that fosters strong relationships, teamwork, and personal growth.

“At Epscan, relationships matter. We believe that great work stems from a culture of support and encouragement.”
– Dustin Stirling, Chief Operations Officer

Even as the company grows, it maintains a close-knit, family-like environment. “Epscan is a training organization… we pride ourselves on helping people develop the skills and knowledge to have long and rewarding careers.”
– Dustin Stirling, Chief Operations Officer

“The people at Epscan treat you like family. That’s one of the reasons I’ve been able to grow so much in my role—it feels like home.”
– Josh Rosario, Maintenance Coordinator

Training and Growth—The Epscan Advantage

Epscan takes immense pride in putting employees through comprehensive training programs, offering mentorship, and providing skill development opportunities. It has always been a core value of the company.

“Epscan is a training organization… we pride ourselves on helping people develop the skills and knowledge to have long and rewarding careers.”
– Dustin Stirling, Chief Operations Officer

“Epscan is more than a company—it’s a learning environment where you’re constantly being taught new skills and methods to be the best in the industry.”
– Josh Rosario, Maintenance Coordinator

These efforts benefit both the employees and the company. Employees gain valuable skills, while Epscan benefits from having a highly skilled workforce. Apprenticeships, leadership training, and a focus on safety and excellence are just some of the ways Epscan invests in its people.

“When I was first starting, it went from calibrations to construction, to commissioning and all sorts of different things. You’re getting your hands on stuff that you wouldn’t have dreamt of getting your hands on before. You think you’re just going to go bend tubing and, all of a sudden, guys are giving you a chance to work on different stuff because everybody wants you to learn.”
– Construction Instrumentation Lead

Josh Rosario has been with Epscan since 2011.  He initially went to art school and lived in Vancouver but realized he wanted to change careers and possibly move. His wife, who grew up in Fort St. John, proposed they relocate to her hometown, a place Josh had never heard of before. After considering the change, they decided to make the move.

Upon arriving, Josh’s brother-in-law, a former Epscan employee, suggested he apply for a job at the company. To Josh’s surprise, he received a call from Dustin Stirling the very same night, offering him a job starting the next day.

“Dustin called me and said, ‘You want a job tomorrow?’ I was like, ‘Sure,’ and that’s how it all started.”
– Josh Rosario, Maintenance Coordinator

With no prior experience in trades and only basic technical skills, Josh dove headfirst into the role. Although he initially didn’t know much about instrumentation mechanics, he learned quickly by taking on a variety of tasks.

“Every day is an opportunity to improve. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, Epscan’s commitment to training never stops.”
– Josh Rosario, Maintenance Coordinator

After building a solid foundation in the trades, Josh’s path evolved. He explored new areas, particularly in software engineering, where he started creating tools to make certain aspects of the job easier for his team.

“I’ve worked at a lot of places, but Epscan stands out because they care about helping you build a long-term career, not just a job.”
– Josh Rosario, Maintenance Coordinator

This shift marked a key moment in his career, as he transitioned from focusing solely on trades work to developing solutions that would enhance the company’s operational efficiency.

“How do I build stuff that can make other parts of our job easier? I’ve built several tools for the company now, and that has been a lot of fun.”
– Josh Rosario, Maintenance Coordinator

Norton Hunt started with Epscan while still in high school as part of a work experience program. He was required to complete around 30 hours of work to graduate, and with an interest in trades, he applied to three local companies. Epscan was the one that accepted him for the program. He also found his footing through the company’s supportive environment.

“I didn’t know much going in, but even in those 30 hours, I learned a lot—it was night and day from where I started.”
– Norton Hunt, Former Maintenance Coordinator

When his work experience ended, Norton asked if there was a place for him at Epscan. While he was still in high school, he continued part-time and joined full-time once he graduated.

“When my work experience was ending, I asked Don [Stirling] if there was a place for me at the company. He was patient and always encouraging, and I ended up staying on.”
– Norton Hunt, Former Maintenance Coordinator

Over time, training and a supportive culture, Norton not only grew in his technical skills but also moved into a leadership role. He credits the company’s strong emphasis on support and guidance for helping him advance in his career.

“When I first started, I didn’t know much about the industry, but the support and mentorship at Epscan helped me grow into a leadership role.”
– Norton Hunt, Former Maintenance Coordinator

The Future with Epscan—A Culture of Success

The company’s successful culture is built on how they value their employees. Challenges are seen as opportunities. Team members are allowed to explore different areas and find the opportunities that suit them best.

“Epscan is good at discovering what people are good at.”
– Josh Rosario, Maintenance Coordinator

Learning and development are at the heart of Epscan’s culture. As a people-centric company, they are dedicated to equipping employees with the right tools and opportunities to not just succeed, but to build meaningful, long-term careers.

“The leadership at Epscan encourages continuous learning and gives you the tools to succeed. It’s clear they want to see us thrive.”
– Josh Rosario, Maintenance Coordinator

By fostering this type of culture, the employees become passionate about their jobs. Their mindsets are driven by innovation and proactive problem-solving. “I’ve worked at a lot of places, but Epscan stands out because they care about helping you build a long-term career, not just a job.“It’s really easy to go to work when you’re dealing with a bunch of guys that know what they’re doing and they want to do a good job. That’s kind of the culture that Epscan have been pounding into us since we started. ‘Don’t settle for 80%. Let’s give 100%. Let’s not risk our reputation.’ And everybody’s on board with that.”
– Construction Instrumentation Lead

Working at Epscan—Where Growth Meets Opportunity

Working in a culture-driven company like Epscan means being part of something greater than just a job. It’s about being in an environment where your growth is prioritized, your contributions are valued, and you are continuously supported in achieving your full potential. With a strong focus on learning, collaboration, and personal development, employees are empowered to take ownership of their careers.

“I went from being someone who was unsure of my path to now leading a team. Epscan gave me the confidence and the skills I needed to get here.”
– Josh Rosario, Maintenance Coordinator

What started as a smaller business is now a booming multi-service company with plenty of room for job growth and work stability.

“We might have two construction projects going on at a time and that was a lot. Now we’re having like you know, you know there might be 100 guys on a project on rotation”
– Josh Rosario, Maintenance Coordinator

Whether you’re an experienced tradesperson seeking new opportunities or someone still exploring your career path, Epscan offers a place where you can grow and thrive. With a focus on personal development and long-term success, Epscan provides a supportive environment to help you build a fulfilling future.

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