Mechanical Technician

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 Energy Problem Solvers - passionate about transitioning North America to cleaner energy while meeting the energy demands of today and tomorrow. If that sounds like a challenge you want to help tackle, we want you to join our team The opportunity Our US Gas Operations (USGO) - Great Lakes Region - White Pine Area Operations team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are expanding our presence in Michigan to support the operation and maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout Kalkaska and the surrounding area. We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician who possesses knowledge and experience of high-pressure natural gas pipeline and gas storage systems, to include reciprocating engine compressors. This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills. What you'll do Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain gas-fired large-bore reciprocating engines, 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 Assist in full or partial large-bore reciprocating engine/gas compressor overhauls, to include heads, pistons, rings, liners, pins, bushings, and bearings Operate compressor engines 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 Storage field facility operations and maintenance Perform line locates on company pipelines and/or utility line patrols and associated right-of-way 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 Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Preferred Qualifications Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting large-bore reciprocating engines Knowledge of internal combustion engines, reciprocating and centrifugal gas compressors, and standby generators Industrial experience in a plant environment This position requires candidates to 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 Potentially work a rotating 12-hour shift (days and evenings) for a minimum of 6 months each year (remainder of the year will consist of 8-hour day shifts on the maintenance crew) 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. About our business TC Energy is a leading energy infrastructure company in North America. We have three complementary businesses of natural gas pipelines, liquids (oil) pipelines, and power generation. Our operations span three

Created: 2024-11-02