TC Energy

Damage Prevention & Pipeline Technician

LocationGeraldton, ON
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

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 Regional Pipeline Operations team is looking to add an experienced Damage Prevention / Pipeline Technician to the team in Geraldton, ON. In this role you will be expected to answer and complete Ontario 1 Call locates that are submitted to TCE and respond to any unauthorized crossings and/or encroachments. You will also learn to operate, maintain, test, and inspect our natural gas pipeline, valves and associated pipeline building assemblies in a manner which meets operational needs in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will provide oversight for and execute our organization’s pipeline operations and maintenance program, damage prevention program as well as provide support to the transfer compressor operation. This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses excellent troubleshooting, problem solving and communication skills.

The role is overtime eligible and will be part of an on-call rotating schedule in which you will be subject to call-out for emergency response. The regular work schedule will be:

Week 1: Monday to Thursday 9 hours / day; Friday is an 8-hour day* Week 2: Monday to Thursday 9 hours / day; Friday is a Regular Day Off (RDO)*


What you’ll do

Perform inspections, troubleshooting and repair on equipment such as actuators, valves, stem seals, and other related components
Plan and lead pipeline isolation, blowdowns and other gas handling activities including installation and operation of air movers/expellers
Conduct pipeline purging, loading and bleed ins to pressurize pipelines, and complete return to service activities
Provide support as necessary to the operation of transfer compressor for pipeline pull downs
Perform One Call line locates
Perform gas leak surveys as reported by aerial patrols
Perform and assist with various tasks associated with in-line inspection programs
Complete preventative and corrective maintenance PMs/CMs as required and close out work orders.
Complete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new notifications, etc. in SAP
Operate and maintain natural gas pipelines and associated equipment
Read and interpret alignment sheets
Lead/manage the safe and efficient completion of low to high complexity projects to include the coordination and monitoring of contractor work activities or third-party active control
Provide coaching, mentoring and training to other personnel
Assist with all types of line crossings (foreign or seismic) of TC Energy pipeline assets
Complete basic “as built” prints and update related documentation with respect to One Call and pipeline related schematics
Identify encroachment issues, report and manage unauthorized activities
Communicate and provide damage prevention education to contractors, the general public, landowners, and government agencies relative to gas operations
Assist with general pipeline right-of-way (ROW) maintenance activities such as erosion or sink hole repairs, line patrols, and installation of identification signs and posts
Complete LDAR repairs, planned and corrective maintenance as required
Provide on call support to the region
Perform tasks from other disciplines


Minimum Qualifications

Minimum completion of third year of trades program or two years of technical training from a recognized institution
2 years of relevant work experience
Proven Mechanical knowledge, skills and experience


Preferred Qualifications

5 years relevant work experience related to Pipelines
Experience with valve and valve operator operation, inspection, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting
Experience operating and maintaining high pressure natural gas pipelines and/or facilities
Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and/or SAP experience


This position requires candidates to:

Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) for review
Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing
Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training will be required (estimated up 50% of work schedule)
Participate in an on-call schedule
Be subject to working conditions which include adverse weather and temperatures


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 countries, seven Canadian provinces, and 34 U.S. states.


TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer.


Learn more

Visit us at TCEnergy.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

Thank you for choosing TC Energy in your career search.

Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.
All positions require background screening. Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.
TC Energy is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting careers@tcenergy.com.

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