Mechanical 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 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.

About the role

Our US Gas Operations – Great Lakes Region, Northern Lakes Area team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are expanding our presence in Saint Vincent, Minnesota to support the operation and maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout the 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 the operation and repair of reciprocating natural gas fueled engines, gas compressors and associated auxiliary equipment. This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Ability to acquire Minnesota Boiler Licensure
• 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

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Relevant oil and gas industry experience
• 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
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions
• Background screening, which may include criminal and/or credit checks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting turbine engines
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines, centrifugal gas compressors, and standby generators
• Experience working with Solar industrial gas turbines
• Industrial experience in a plant environment

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.