Mechanical Technician

3001 TC USA Services Inc; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Energy is seeking a Mechanical Technician for the Willow Creek Area to perform safe operation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of compressor station equipment and pipeline facilities. You will work with Operations, Specialists, and Projects to ensure reliable and compliant operations.

Responsibilities include preventative and corrective maintenance, planning outages, coordinating contractors, and contributing to safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic or equivalent trade certification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience maintaining industrial mechanical equipment in a field environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a geographically dispersed team.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on compressor station equipment and support systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment including gas compression, coolers, pumps, air compressors, lube oil systems and auxiliary equipment.
• Complete inspections, testing, and maintenance activities per maintenance programs and regulatory requirements.
• Support outages, turnarounds, commissioning, and decommissioning activities.
• Coordinate contractors and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Complete work management documentation, maintenance records and reporting requirements.
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with planning and execution of mechanical work scopes including outages.
• Support emergency response and after-hours operational requirements as required.
• Demonstrate leadership in safety through hazard identification, permits, tailboards, and stop work authority.
• Mentor junior employees and share technical knowledge with team members.

Skills

Heavy Duty Mechanic

Millwright

Industrial Mechanic

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Team coordination

Tools

SAP

Work management systems

Digital maintenance tools

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 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.

Opportunity

The Willow Creek Area team is seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to join our operations team. Reporting to the area manager, the Mechanical Technician is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of compressor station equipment, auxiliary systems, and associated pipeline facilities. The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Specialists, and Project teams to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations while maintaining compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on compressor station equipment and support systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment including gas compression, coolers, pumps, air compressors, lube oil systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Complete inspections, testing, and maintenance activities in accordance with maintenance programs and regulatory requirements.
• Support outages, turnarounds, commissioning, and decommissioning activities.
• Coordinate contractors and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Complete work management documentation, maintenance records, and reporting requirements.
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with planning and execution of mechanical work scopes including outages.
• Support emergency response and after-hours operational requirements as required.
• Demonstrate leadership in safety through hazard identification, FLHAs, permits, tailboards, and stop work authority.
• Mentor junior employees and share technical knowledge with team members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic, Millwright, Industrial Mechanic, or equivalent recognized trade certification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience maintaining industrial mechanical equipment in a field environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a geographically dispersed team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting natural gas compression, pipeline, or oil and gas facilities.
• Experience with gas engines, compressors, coolers, pumps, and auxiliary systems.
• Familiarity with SAP, work management systems, and digital maintenance tools.
• Experience planning and coordinating maintenance activities.
• Strong communication and contractor management skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership and operational excellence.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Climb ladders, stairs, and access structures.
• Work in confined spaces when qualified.
• Stand, walk, kneel, bend, and squat for extended periods.

Core Values

Success in this role requires a demonstrated commitment to:

• Safety
• People
• Operational Performance
• Financial Stewardship

About Our Business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

Employment Eligibility & Background Screening

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.

We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at [e-mail] for support.

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.

Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.