Pipeline Technician - Michigan

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 USGO Heartland Region - Michigan Area team is working to meet the needs of our business, and we are expanding our presence in Hamilton, Michigan to support the operation and maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout Southwest Michigan and the surrounding areas.

We are seeking a skilled Pipeline Technician who possesses knowledge and experience of high-pressure natural gas pipeline systems, reciprocating compressors, turbines, gas measurement facilities, and other related equipment.

This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and decision-making skills.

What you'll do

• Work within a dedicated team to efficiently prioritize and manage required work tasks, including Regulatory driven activities with critical timelines. Must be team oriented, readily collaborating with peers for maximum team contributions and results. Willing to contribute to the team wherever needed.
• Locate and visually mark subsurface pipeline infrastructure with paint and/or flags
• Oversee and manage pipeline or utility crossings and encroachments
• Complete required Department of Transportation (DOT) and Company documentation
• Perform pipeline maintenance activities such as leak repair, clearing and inspection of right-of-way, and assisting with tie-ins of mainline valves
• Perform pipeline locates through the Michigan one-call system
• Patrol pipeline right-of-way and assist with leak surveys
• Operate company truck
• Operate compressor engines and support equipment
• Plan, coordinate, and perform mechanical maintenance activities, to include routine corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment and system improvements, and major maintenance projects
• Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain gas-fired reciprocating compressors, turbines, 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
• Assist in full or partial gas compressor overhauls, to include heads, pistons, rings, liners, pins, bushings, and bearings
• Complete work orders, generate gas handling plans, LOTO Equipment and pipeline segments for maintenance enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc. in SAP
• Other tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Thorough understanding of stop work authority (SWA) and safe work practices
• Experience locating and marking subsurface pipeline infrastructure
• LOTO experience
• Gas Handling
• Previous energy industry or related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of reciprocating compressors, turbines, and standby generators
• Knowledge of regulators and/or meters
• Industrial experience in a plant environment

This position requires candidates to

• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and a safe driving record
• Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, to include drug and alcohol testing
• Be subject to call out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and work extended days and/or weeks 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.

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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.