What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Technician position at TC Energy?
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
Our Lake Superior Area team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are expanding our presence in Iron River, Wisconsin to support the operation and maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout Wakefield and the surrounding area.
Our Lake Superior Area team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are expanding our presence in Iron River, Wisconsin to support the operation and maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout Wakefield and the surrounding area.
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician who possesses knowledge and experience of high pressure natural gas pipeline and gas storage systems, to include turbine engine compressors. This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting and decision-making skills.
What You’ll Do
- Troubleshoot, operate and maintain gas-fired turbine engines, gas compressors, standby generator engines, centrifugal and diaphragm pumps, low pressure boilers, oil coolers, air compressors, large-bank cooler fans and gear boxes, large diameter valves and operators, and other auxiliary equipment
- Operate compressor engines and support equipment
- Maintain and repair pipeline
- Operate and maintain valves and operators
- Inspect, repair and set regulators and relief valves
- Blow down, purge and pressurize pipelines and/or stations
- Storage field facility operations and maintenance
- Perform line locates on company pipelines and/or utility line patrols and associated ROW maintenance
- Plan, coordinate and perform mechanical maintenance activities, to include routine corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment and system improvements and major maintenance projects
- Complete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc. in SAP
- A strong background in instrumentation and controls is desirable
- In lieu of strong mechanical background, a working understanding and experience in instrumentation and controls with a mechanical aptitude will be considered
- Other tasks as required
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Relevant oil and gas industry experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting turbine engines
- Knowledge of internal combustion engines, centrifugal gas compressors, and standby generators
- Experience working with Rolls Royce industrial gas turbines
- Industrial experience in a plant environment
This position requires candidates to
- Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing
- Be subject to call out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and extended workdays and/or workweeks for emergency response purposes
- Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training which would involve some overnight stays away from home
- Be subject to working conditions which include adverse weather and temperatures, heavy lifting (50 pounds), and cramped conditions
- 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.
