Electrical apprentice Jobs in Cranbrook, BC

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At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

Our NGTL South Natural Gas Operations Group is currently seeking a skilled Electrical Instrumentation & Controls (EIC) Technician to join our Glacier Valley Area team out of the Cranbrook, BC office.

Reporting to the Glacier Valley Area Manager, this EIC Controls Technician will operate and maintain natural gas compression and auxiliary equipment (including assigned electronic, electrical, pneumatic and/or mechanical control systems, instrumentation, and process equipment like control valves, gas generators, power turbines, compressors and PLC & DCS control systems) in a manner which meets operational needs in compliance with company and regulatory requirements. In this role, you will also be required to perform tasks from other disciplines (e.g. pipeline and measurement).

What You’ll Do

• Work on a team of high-performance EIC, mechanical and pipeline technicians to move gas on large-diameter pipelines
• Perform installation, testing, repair, and maintenance on compressor station equipment, and other facilities relevant to the pipeline system as required
• Conduct routine maintenance on gas turbine packages, gas compressor units and associated auxiliary equipment
• Troubleshoot, test, and maintain shutdown devices, fire and gas systems, auxiliary systems, HVAC systems, relief and Over Pressure Protection devices, control valves, PLC’s and control systems
• Install and configure software in control systems
• Perform emergency repairs to meet customer and client needs
• Ensure facilities and personnel comply with TC Energy's Community, Safety and Environment policies and procedures as well as accepted risk standards
• Lead/manage the safe and efficient completion of low/medium complexity projects including the coordination and monitoring of contractor work activities or third-party active control
• Complete all administrative functions related to position and duties
• Maintain core operational task qualifications
• Provide coaching, mentoring and training to other personnel

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 5 years of related Industry experience
• Proven excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Journeyman Red Seal Electrician certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Red Seal Electrician certification Journeyman Instrumentation certification
• 10 years of years of related Industry experience
• Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and SAP experience
• Previous experience with high pressure natural gas
• Previous experience with gas generators, power turbines and compressors
• Previous PLC experience
• Current with technological advances in the compression field
• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract for review
• Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing
• Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings, or training which would involve some overnight stays away from home (estimated up 15% of work schedule)
• Be part of an on-call rotation and provide emergency support as required

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.