Multiskilled Technician

TC Energy•Antioch, TN

12d•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 USGO American Gulf – Nashville Area team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are expanding our presence in Tennessee to support the operation and maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout Nashville and the surrounding area. We are seeking an experienced Multiskilled Technician who possesses knowledge and experience of 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, who possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills. The successful candidate will be required to report out of our compressor station in Hartsville, TN.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Demonstrated work experience in a related industry
Experience locating and marking subsurface pipeline infrastructure
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
Must be an expert in Electrical Instrumentation & Controls (EIC)
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 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.
Following a conditional offer of employment, the Company will check the motor vehicle records of any job applicant when driving is an essential job function.
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

Associate degree to include courses in electricity/electronics
Experience with Allen Bradley and/or Bristol controls
Thorough understanding of the test equipment used to maintain control systems
Experience with pneumatic and electronic valves, transmitters, switches, and regulators
Experience with various types of gas measurement testing equipment
Ability to interpret technical reference documents
Experience on the Measurement side can be learned
Knowledge of corrosion protection systems
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 Ohio state one-call system
Patrol pipeline right-of-way and assist with leak surveys
Operate company truck
Operate compressor engines and support equipment
Operate and maintain dehydration equipment
Operate and maintain all facility assets, painting, weed eating, housekeeping etc.
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, 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
Install, commission, test, repair, and maintain, meter stations, communication systems, and other facilities related to the pipeline system
Troubleshoot, operate, maintain, calibrate, and repair various types of electronic, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment
Maintain power, process controls, programmable logic controllers (PLC), electric, and orifice meters
Assemble, install, test, and maintain instrumentation, electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatuses and fixtures, using hand and power tools
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, equipment, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of the breakdown and correct the problem
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and associated components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustments or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, frequency generators, and oscilloscopes
Oversee, direct, and perform tasks related to the installation, start-up, and repair of measurement and regulation equipment, such as: various types of meters, recording gauges, flow computers, LCEM units, transmitters, relief valves, regulators, valve actuators, pneumatic and digital controllers, filtration devices, odorizers, and gas quality devices (chromatographs and gas samplers)
Perform diagnostic tests, accuracy tests, calibrations, and replacements of various measurement and regulation equipment with test equipment such as a Hart Communicator and Fluke meter
Compile, prepare, and maintain written records related to DOT auditable inspections, accuracy tests, calibrations, odorant tests, equipment change outs, relief valve tests, and gas quality analysis such as dewpoint levels, specific gravity, and gas samples
Receive and maintain equipment documentation (blueprints, schematics, line diagrams, technical manuals, operation manuals, etc.) and serve as the facility technical resource in their review and use
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
Patrol pipeline right-of-way and assist with leak surveys
Plan, coordinate, and perform mechanical maintenance activities, to include routine corrective maintenance, leak repairs, preventive maintenance, equipment and system improvements, and major maintenance projects
Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain large and small diameter valves and operators, and other auxiliary equipment
Other tasks as required