Mechanical Technician

TC Energy•Whitecourt, AB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The Opportunity Our Mountainview Area Operations Team is seeking a Skilled Mechanical Technician to join our team reporting to our Edson, or Whitecourt, AB, office. The ideal candidate possesses knowledge and experience of high-pressure natural gas pipeline and gas systems, including gas turbines and centrifugal compressors. This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills. The regular work schedule for this position will be: Week 1 - Monday to Thursday 9 hours per day; Friday off Week 2 - Monday to Thursday 9 hours per day; 8 hours on Friday

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Relevant natural gas or energy industry experience (Energy, Natural Gas)
Completion of a second year of trades program, or two years of vocational/technical training from a recognized institution
Other certifications/designations as required
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 overnight stays away from home up to 40% of the time during peak demand periods.
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.
All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting turbine engines, and turbines
Knowledge of internal combustion engines, reciprocating and centrifugal gas compressors, turbines, and standby generators
Experience interpreting technical reference documents and reading drawings
Computerized maintenance management system

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain turbine driven engines, gas compressors, standby generator engines, oil coolers, air compressors, large-bank cooler fans and gear boxes, and other auxiliary equipment
Assist in full or partial engine/gas compressor overhaul
Operate compressor engines and support equipment
Perform precision measurement and alignment functions
Analyze engine performance reports
Read, interpret, and update drawings and schematics
Assist with pipeline repairs as necessary
Plan and prepare for outages
Plan, coordinate, and perform mechanical maintenance activities, to include routine corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment and system improvements, and major maintenance projects
Initiate corrective action to review and improve maintenance procedures.
Demonstrate safety leadership & excellence
Complete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc.
Other tasks as required