Job descriptionDetermined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!
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 Bighorn Pipeline Operations team is looking to add an experienced Pipeline Technician to our growing team in Southern Alberta of our Canada Gas Operations.
Based in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta and reporting to the Bighorn Pipe Team Manager, this position supports the Canadian Natural Gas Pipelines business and requires application of mechanical and technical skills to keep our natural gas compressor stations, measurement stations, and pipeline sites running smoothly.
As a Pipeline Technician, this position acts as the primary isolation coordinator as well as operates, maintains, tests, and inspects our natural gas pipeline, valves & operators and associated pipeline building assemblies in a manner which meets operational needs in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
This position is eligible for our domestic relocation program.
The regular work schedule will be:
Week 1 – Monday to Thursday 9 hours / day; Friday is an 8-hour day
Week 2 – Monday to Thursday 9 hours / day; Friday is a Regular Day Off (RDO)
What you’ll do
Perform inspections, troubleshooting and repair on equipment such as actuators, valves, stem seals, and other related components
Capable of performing the role effectively while accommodating the substantial travel and time-on-the-road commitments it requires
Plan and lead pipeline isolation, blowdowns and other gas handling activities including installation and operation of air movers/expellers
Conduct pipeline purging, loading and bleed ins to pressurize pipelines, and complete return to service activities
Provide support as necessary to the operation of transfer compressor for pipeline pull downs
Assist in gas leak surveys as reported by aerial patrolsif requested by the area
Perform and assist with various tasks associated with in-line inspection programs
Complete preventative and corrective maintenance PMs/CMs as required and close out work orders
Complete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new notifications, etc. in SAP
Operate and maintain natural gas pipelines and associated equipment
Read and interpret alignment sheets and relevant facility drawings
Lead/manage the safe and efficient completion of low complexity projects to include the coordination and monitoring of contractor work activities or third-party active control
Provide coaching, mentoring and training to other personnel
Complete basic “as built” prints and update related documentation with respect pipeline related schematics(red line drawings)
Identify encroachment issues, report and manage unauthorized activities
Complete LDAR repairs, planned and corrective maintenance as required
Ensure facilities and personnel comply with TC Energy's safety, health, environment and risk standards
Operate various types of equipment- ATV’s, air compressors, generators, light towers
Perform tasks from other disciplines
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Journeyman certification in a trade or two years of post-secondary training
5 years relevant related industry experience
Preferred Qualifications
5-10 years relevant work experience related to Pipelines
Experience with valve operation, inspection, maintenance and repair
Experience operating and maintaining high pressure natural gas pipelines and/or facilities
Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and/or SAP experience
Excellent work safety record and a safe work attitude
This position requires candidates to:
Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) 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 will be required (estimated up to 70% of work schedule)
Work extended hours (estimated up to 30% of work schedule)
Be part of an on-call rotation and provide emergency support as required
Be subject to working conditions which include adverse weather and temperatures
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 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 careers@tcenergy.com 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.
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