Maintenance Mechanic - Ripley CS

TC Energy; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking energy infrastructure company dedicated to transitioning North America to cleaner energy. As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will play a vital role in maintaining and repairing compressor station equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety. This dynamic position requires strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, as well as the ability to work independently. If you are passionate about energy solutions and eager to contribute to a sustainable future, this opportunity is perfect for you. Become part of a team that values innovation and excellence in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Working knowledge of gas engines and compressors is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on compressor station equipment.
• Troubleshoot automatic control systems and locate defective parts.
• Compile station operating budget and various annual operating reports.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Troubleshooting

Decision-Making

Preventative Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

Micrometers

Dial Indicators

Job description

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 USGO Central Region Operations team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are expanding our presence in West Virginia to support the operations and maintenances at our Ripley Compressor Station.

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to diagnose trouble, dismantle, repair, assemble, and perform scheduled maintenance on controls, engines, compressors, auxiliary, and various other types of compressor station equipment.

This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting and decision-making skills.

This position is represented by United Steelworkers Local 628 and the filling of the position is subject to the terms and conditions of the governing collective bargaining agreement.

What you'll do

• 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
• Assist in assigning duties and monitoring operations and reports to supervisor when required.
• Manage contractors and vendors while on-site
• Adhere to environmental policies by collecting samples
• Follow appropriate reporting procedures as it pertains to the associated cleanup of spills
• 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
• Conduct NDI/NDT and ultrasonic testing when necessary
• Execute all planned preventative maintenance on prime movers or other equipment such as web deflections, bump checks, crank shaft alignments, etc.
• Compile station operating budget and various annual operating reports
• 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
• Working knowledge of operations and maintenance of gas engines, compressors, automatic control equipment, gas engine driven electric power plants, pumps, and other auxiliary equipment operated by internal combustion engines
• Ability to understand piping operating drawings
• Relevant natural gas or energy industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

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
• Be subject to working conditions which include adverse weather and temperatures
• Be confined-space trained
• Pass respiratory fit test and use equipment such as SCBA and other respirators
• Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training which would involve some overnight stays away from home

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

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

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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.

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