Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician OpportunityDetermined, 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 OpportunityOur US Gas Operations Upland Prairie team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are expanding our presence in eastern Iowa and western Illinois to support the operation and maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout Eldridge, La Moille and the surrounding area.We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician who possesses knowledge and experience of high-pressure natural gas pipeline, to include electrically driven gas compressors.This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting and decision-making skills.What you'll doTroubleshoot, operate and maintain electrically driven 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 equipmentOperate electrically driven gas compressors and support equipmentMaintain and repair pipelineOperate and maintain valves and operatorsInspect, repair and set regulators and relief valvesBlow down, purge and pressurize pipelines and/or stationsPerform line locates on company pipelines and/or utility line patrols and associated ROW maintenancePlan, coordinate and perform mechanical maintenance activities, to include routine corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment and system improvements and major maintenance projectsComplete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc. in SAPOther tasks as requiredMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentRelevant oil and gas industry experienceAt least 3 years of mechanical experiencePreferred QualificationsExperience in maintaining and troubleshooting electrically driven gas compressorsKnowledge of electric motors, variable frequency drives, centrifugal gas compressors, and standby generatorsKnowledge and experience in cathodic protection systems, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshootingAbility to conduct surveys and inspections to assess the effectiveness of cathodic protection systemsProficiency in using equipment and tools related to cathodic protection, such as voltmeters, reference electrodes, and data loggersUnderstanding of industry standards and regulations related to cathodic protectionCapability to interpret technical drawings and specifications related to cathodic protection systemsExperience in preparing reports and documentation for cathodic protection activitiesThis position requires candidates toHave and maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving recordSuccessfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testingBe subject to call out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and extended workdays and/or workweeks for emergency response purposesTravel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training which would involve some overnight stays away from homeBe subject to working conditions which include adverse weather and temperatures, heavy lifting (50 pounds), and cramped conditionsAbout our businessWe 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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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.