EIC Controls Technician

3001 TC USA Services Inc; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Energy is seeking a skilled Electrical Instrumentation & Controls Technician to join our AGR Nashville Area team in Antioch, TN. The role focuses on operating and maintaining natural gas compression and related control systems with safety and regulatory compliance at the forefront.

The ideal candidate will have a journeyman ticket or equivalent training, 5+ years of related experience, and be capable of leading installations, testing, and commissioning of advanced equipment while mentoring

Qualifications

• Journeyman ticket or vocational/technical training from a recognized institution.
• Five years of related experience in electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform major maintenance and complex installations within the trade.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment issues in electrical/instrumentation control systems.
• Plan and coordinate work for maintenance crews and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and support project commissioning.
• Lead or support installation, testing, and commissioning of compressor station equipment.

Skills

Electrical instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Education

Journeyman ticket or vocational training

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.

The Opportunity

Our AGR Nashville Area is currently seeking a skilled Electrical Instrumentation & Controls (EIC) Technician to join our team based in Antioch, TN. Reporting to the AGR Area Manager, this EIC Controls Technician will operate and maintain natural gas compression and auxiliary equipment, including assigned electronic, electrical, pneumatic and/or mechanical control systems, devices, and ancillary equipment such as gas turbines, generators, boilers, fuel gas compressors, and PLC & DCS control systems in a manner which meets operational needs and complies with company and regulatory requirements. In this role, you will also be required to perform tasks from other disciplines.

What You’ll Do

• Perform major maintenance functions and complex installations and repairs within your trade specialty, demonstrating expert technical skills and judgement.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment and system issues, applying a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Exercise independent judgement in selecting work methods and provide recommendations for process and equipment improvements.
• Plan and coordinate work for contract or maintenance crews, ensuring tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians, sharing expertise and fostering skill development within the team.
• Lead or support the installation, testing, and commissioning of advanced compressor station equipment and pipeline facilities.
• Maintain, calibrate, and repair control system components, safety devices, and instrumentation, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Document all work performed, including maintenance records, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure strict adherence to company and regulatory safety standards, including hazard identification and use of PPE.
• Participate in emergency repairs and support customer/client needs as required.
• Support environmental, community, and safety initiatives in alignment with TCEnergy’s policies and values.

Minimum Qualifications

Journeyman ticket in a relevant trade, where applicable, or two years of vocational/technical training from a recognized institution with at least five years of related experience. Fully qualified and, where required, certified tradesperson. Ability to meet and maintain company‑defined operator qualifications and technical tasks.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and ability to provide a driver’s abstract.
• Successful completion of pre‑employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing.
• Willingness to travel for temporary assignments, meetings, or training (up to 15% of work schedule).
• Participation in on‑call rotation and emergency support as required.
• 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.

About TC Energy

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% 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. Our business is based on the connections we make. By partnering with communities, businesses and leaders across our extensive energy network, we unlock opportunity today and for generations to come.

Equal Opportunity & E‑Verify

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E‑Verify program supervised by the U.S. 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.