Gas Transmission Equipment Operator I

Pacific Northern Gas Ltd.; Terrace; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Northern Gas Ltd. (PNG) invites applications for an Equipment Operator in Terrace, BC. The role reports to the Superintendent of Construction & Maintenance and involves operating and maintaining gas transmission and distribution systems.

Responsibilities include driving and maintaining excavators and support equipment, working to protect high-pressure pipelines, and performing on-site mechanical repairs as needed in remote areas. Strong independence and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with equipment maintenance.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Work as a Crew Member on construction, operations and maintenance of gas systems.
• Operate and maintain tracked excavators, crawler tractors, sidebooms and other equipment.
• Perform maintenance on PE fusion equipment and mainline valve sites.
• Excavate and expose live pipelines while maintaining safety around high-pressure lines.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment where possible and keep up with standard procedures.
• Operate stations manually as directed to maintain optimal pressures and flow.

Skills

Safe operation of heavy equipment

Independence in work

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Class 1 Driver's License

Job description

Pacific Northern Gas Ltd. (PNG) invites applications for an Equipment Operator in Terrace, BC. The role reports to the Superintendent of Construction & Maintenance and involves operating and maintaining gas transmission and distribution systems.

Responsibilities include driving and maintaining excavators and support equipment, working to protect high-pressure pipelines, and performing on-site mechanical repairs as needed in remote areas. Strong independence and safety focus are essential.