Mechanical Technician I

About the role

A hands-on mechanical professional who takes pride in keeping critical infrastructure running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and timely repairs on pipeline system equipment to minimize downtime and throughput loss.
• Maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot mechanical systems including pumps, valves, mixers, seals, motors, fans, and measurement equipment.
• Ensure all work complies with regulatory requirements, company O&M procedures, and DOT regulations.
• Develop and execute lock-out/tag-out procedures and open-system job plans to ensure safe maintenance practices.
• Respond as a first responder during emergency situations and participate in required safety and technical training programs, including OQ certifications.
• Use maintenance management systems (e.g., Maximo) to document work, track equipment history, and support planning activities.
• Collaborate with technicians, supervisors, and operations teams to plan, schedule, and execute maintenance and improvement work efficiently.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years’ experience in industrial mechanical maintenance
• Excellent trouble shooting ability
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Effective computer skills
• Valid driver’s license & good driving record
• Must live (or relocate) within 25 miles of the reporting location

Preferred

• Completion of an approved mechanical apprenticeship program or 2 year mechanical technical/vocational degree
• Experience in maintenance of crude oil pipeline, tank farm or delivery facilities or certified technical designation
• Familiarity with pertinent equipment (pumps, motors, valves, switchgear, programmable logic controls, motor control centers and instrumentation)

Physical Requirements

• Grasping
• Kneeling
• Light – moderate lifting (objects up to 50 pounds)
• Reaching above shoulder
• Repetitive motion
• Typing
• Sitting
• Standing
• Visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print)
• Hearing requirement
• The ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time

Mental Requirements

• Understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information
• Understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions
• Organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology
• Organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis
• Make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit
• Monitor impact outside this area
• Understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines
• Complete routine forms
• Compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports
• Communicate with individuals via telephone

Benefits

• A flexible benefits program
• A paid maternity and parental leave benefit
• Valuable retirement savings plans
• Paid time off/vacation/sick, plus paid personal days off (depending on location), and paid holidays
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program
• A Wellness Program
• Enbridge’s FlexWork (hybrid work model)