Dig Team - NDE Technician

Determined. Imaginative. Curious. If these are some of the ways you describe yourself - we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are Energy Problem Solvers - passionate about transitioning North America to cleaner energy while meeting the energy demands of today and tomorrow. If that sounds like a challenge you want to help tackle, we want you to join our team!

The Opportunity

The TC Energy Dig Team is an internal construction crew completing pipeline integrity activities such as recoats, reinforcement sleeves, cutouts, wraps, etc. in TC's operational footprint.

The position is a rotating on ROW and off ROW schedule at reporting location, subject to change. Typical construction season is March thru November with training and shop work taking place in winter months. This position requires frequent travel (75%) in support of pipeline integrity activities. This position is overtime eligible and will require extended work hours. Minimum working schedule will be 10-hour days, Monday thru Thursday.

What you'll do

• Perform complete NDT field inspections based on TC requirements and procedures

• Perform pipeline inspections such as straight beam UT, Laser Scanning, Corrosion Mapping and / or UT Shearwave, Libs testing, Mag Particle

• Interpret NDT inspection results

• Submit inspection findings and work with internal integrity engineering to determine a repair type

• Ensure all equipment is set up, calibrated, and functional

• Operate advanced NDT equipment including calibration, field execution, and basic troubleshooting

• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications, both conventional and advanced NDT

• Provide direction and guidance and ensure compliance that control the method as utilized by the TC Energy

• Prepare, set-up, and complete all necessary paperwork as required by TC Energy

• Direct, mentor, and train Level I Technicians and Trainees in the method(s) in which certified

• Detect and complete the repair of shorted road casings

• Identify corrosion issues to be addressed by Engineering Services

• Using PC and/or hand-held device, completes Work Orders, enters data into Job Plans, etc. in CMMS

• Atmospheric corrosion inspections

• Surface preparation and coating application inspection

• Identify abnormal conditions

• Read alignment sheets and provide mapping details

• Provide project management field support

• Pipe inspections

• Internal Corrosion related sampling activities (Liquid sampling, coupon removal./installation)

• Assist other crew members with repair activities

• Other tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• Ability to obtain Operator Qualifications as required for specific tasks assigned

• Demonstrated concern for people, utilizing effective interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively in a construction environment

• Ability to operate power tools safely and effectively such as drills, grinders, torches, etc.

• Ability to perform physically demanding duties as required

• Strong planning and organization skills

• Willingness to learn and develop new skills

• Ability to read, comprehend and apply DOT codes and ANSI / ASME standards as appropriate

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Good organizational skill

• Able to handle multiple tasks for different people

• Able to complete work timely with little supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must demonstrate basic personal computer (PC) skills, Be able to obtain basic skills in using CMMS

• Ability to recognize and electronically record pipeline anomalies

• Experience with field Ultrasonic equipment

• Experience with wet/dry Mag Particle equipment utilizing AC yokes

• Experience with hand tools for measurement of anomalies on pipeline

• Experience with the use of Creaform/Pipecheck software and associated Handy Scan units on pipeline

• Experience with Olympus Epoch 650 UT/Shear wave scope.

• Successful completion of Jaeger 1 visual acuity and color-blind test

• NACE CP-1 certification

• High degree of respect for safe work habits

• Strong computer and communication skills

• Ability to develop an understanding of Company practices and procedures and apply them on site.

This position requires candidates to

• Have and maintain a valid CDL license and safe driving record

• Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing

• Be subject to overtime, extended work hours and work weeks, and callouts as needed

• Travel often (75%) to support construction activities in other company locations which will require overnight stays away from home and may be for long duration

Driving a motor vehicle is an essential job function of this position. Following a conditional offer of employment, the Company will check the motor vehicle records of any job applicant when driving is an essential job function.

About our business

TC Energy is a leading energy infrastructure company in North America. We have three complementary businesses of natural gas pipelines, liquids (oil) pipelines, and power generation. Our operations span three countries, seven Canadian provinces, and 34 U.S. states.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

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Thank you for choosing TC Energy in your career search.

* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.

* All positions require background screening. Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.

* TC Energy is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting careers@tcenergy.com.