Mechanical Technician

TC Energy•Weyauwega, WI

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 USGO Heartland-Badger South is seeking a multiskilled team orientated Mechanical Technician who is proficient in troubleshooting, maintaining, and operating natural gas compressor station and related auxiliary equipment. This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses excellent problem solving, communication, and decision-making skills. This position is overtime eligible and extended work hours may be required on occasion without advance notice including nights, weekends and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Demonstrated work experience in a related industry
Thorough understanding of stop work authority (SWA) and safe work practices
Knowledge and understanding of lock out/tag out (LOTO) procedures
Experience in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and related software
Working knowledge of operations and maintenance of gas engines, compressors, automatic control equipment, and other auxiliary equipment operated by internal combustion engines
Ability to understand piping operating drawings
Relevant natural gas or energy industry experience
Ability to work self-guided with minimal supervision
Basic knowledge of instrumentation and electrical troubleshooting
Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing
Be subject to call out on a rotational schedule 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 and cramped conditions
Driving a motor vehicle is an essential job function of this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting large-bore reciprocating engines
Knowledge of internal combustion engines, centrifugal gas compressors, and standby generators
Industrial experience in a plant environment
Ability to interpret technical reference documents
Ability to work self-guided with minimal supervision
Medium voltage electrical experience involving switchgear, frequency drives, transformers, and other medium voltage equipment associated with electrically driven compressor units

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, overhaul and repair of compressor station equipment by performing such duties as: dismantling compressor station equipment, cleaning parts, inspecting vital parts for wear, repairing and/or replacing worn engine parts, fitting, realigning and assembling equipment, starting up, checking and adjusting equipment for proper operation (setting ignition, timing, injection valve clearance, etc.)
Compile or furnish information for miscellaneous reports and forms
Work from blueprints and construction drawings
Inspect for gas leaks and assist in maintaining safety equipment
Perform preventative maintenance and overhaul of engines using micrometers, dial indicators, and miscellaneous hand tools
Troubleshoot automatic control systems (electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic), locating defective parts and correcting trouble
Possess an in-depth understanding of the entire facility in order to operate, repair, train, and develop others.
Manage contractors and vendors while on-site
Adhere to environmental policies by collecting samples
Assist in the compilation of shipping manifests
Assist in planning of work and participate as necessary in safety and/or team meetings and discussions
Coordinate with gas control regarding the scheduling of maintenance to ensure operation of facility is at peak at all times
Perform valve and operator maintenance
Test overpressure protection devices and unit controls in accordance with recommended guidelines
Order/reorder necessary parts and supplies
Test and inspect lubricating systems
Execute all planned preventative maintenance on prime movers or other equipment such as web deflections, bump checks, crank shaft alignments, etc.
Inspect, maintain, and fix station auxiliary equipment (air compressors, air dryers, generator, boiler)
Compile station operating budget and various annual operating reports
Complete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc. in SAP and complete the required forms
Perform LOTO on equipment
Complete Job Safety Analysis for tasks
Line locating and excavation monitoring as necessary
Will be required to carry a company provided cell phone and to work a rotating on-call schedule
Other tasks as required