Pipeline Technician

Job Highlights

Company Profile

TC Energy provides energy infrastructure services for pipelines, storage facilities, and power-generation plants.

Job Profile

The company is hiring a Pipeline Technician with knowledge of high-pressure natural gas pipeline systems, reciprocating compressors, turbines, gas measurement facilities, and other related equipment.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• Experience in locating and marking subsurface pipeline infrastructure
• Gas Handling
• LOTO experience
• Previous energy industry or related experience

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in full or partial gas compressor overhauls, to include heads, pistons, rings, liners, pins, bushings, and bearings
• Complete the required Department of Transportation (DOT) and Company documentation
• Complete work orders, generate gas handling plans, LOTO Equipment, and pipeline segments for maintenance, enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc., in SAP
• Locate and visually mark subsurface pipeline infrastructure with paint or flags
• Operate the company truck
• Operate compressor engines and support equipment
• Oversee and manage pipeline or utility crossings and encroachments
• Patrol the pipeline right-of-way and assist with leak surveys
• Perform pipeline locates through the Indiana state one-call system
• Perform pipeline maintenance activities such as leak repair, clearing and inspection of right-of-way, and assisting with tie-ins of mainline valves
• Plan, coordinate, and perform mechanical maintenance activities, to include routine corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment and system improvements, and major maintenance projects
• Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain gas-fired reciprocating compressors, turbines, 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
• Other tasks as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Industrial experience in a plant environment
• Knowledge of reciprocating compressors, turbines, and standby generators
• Knowledge of regulators or meters

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to use diagnostic tools and technical software
• Knowledge of pipeline systems and components
• Proficient in monitoring and maintaining flow equipment
• Skilled in detecting and repairing leaks or damages
• Understanding of safety and environmental regulations

Work Environment

• 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

Employer’s Statement

TC Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.