Mechanical Technician
TC Energy•Eldridge, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
TC Energy is seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to join their US Gas Operations Upland Prairie team, supporting the operation and maintenance of natural gas pipelines and associated facilities in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. The role requires expertise in high-pressure natural gas pipelines and electrically driven gas compressors. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, and possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Relevant oil and gas industry experience
- At least 3 years of mechanical experience
- Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing
- Be subject to call out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and extended workdays and/or workweeks 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.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting electrically driven gas compressors
- Knowledge of electric motors, variable frequency drives , centrifugal gas compressors, and standby generators
- Knowledge and experience in cathodic protection systems, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Ability to conduct surveys and inspections to assess the effectiveness of cathodic protection systems
- Proficiency in using equipment and tools related to cathodic protection, such as voltmeters, reference electrodes, and data loggers
- Understanding of industry standards and regulations related to cathodic protection
- Capability to interpret technical drawings and specifications related to cathodic protection systems
- Experience in preparing reports and documentation for cathodic protection activities
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, 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 equipment
- Operate electrically driven gas compressors and support equipment
- Maintain and repair pipeline
- Operate and maintain valves and operators
- Inspect, repair and set regulators and relief valves
- Blow down, purge and pressurize pipelines and/or stations
- Perform line locates on company pipelines and/or utility line patrols and associated ROW maintenance
- Plan, coordinate and perform mechanical maintenance activities, to include routine corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment and system improvements and major maintenance projects
- Complete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc. in SAP
- Other tasks as required
Benefits
- Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
