Compressor Station Operator

TC Energy•Gordonsville, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

TC Energy is seeking a skilled Compressor Station Operator to join their USGO Boswell/Louisa Area team in Virginia. This role supports the operation and maintenance of natural gas pipelines and associated facilities. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience with high-pressure natural gas pipeline systems, reciprocating compressors, turbines, gas measurement facilities, and other related equipment. This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, and possess strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Experience locating and marking subsurface pipeline infrastructure
Previous energy industry or related experience
Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, to include drug and alcohol testing
Be subject to call out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and work extended days and/or weeks 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
Driving a motor vehicle is an essential job function of this position.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Locate and visually mark subsurface pipeline infrastructure with paint and/or flags
Oversee and manage pipeline or utility crossings and encroachments
Complete required Department of Transportation (DOT) and Company documentation
Perform pipeline maintenance activities such as leak repair, clearing and inspection of right-of-way, and assisting with tie-ins of mainline valves
Perform pipeline locates through the Virginia state one-call system
Patrol pipeline right-of-way and assist with leak surveys
Operate company truck
Operate compressor engines and support equipment
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
Assist in full or partial gas compressor overhauls, to include heads, pistons, rings, liners, pins, bushings, and bearings
Complete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc. in SAP
Other tasks as required