Field EIC Controls Technician - Gas Compression

TC Energy Corp.; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Energy Corp. in Big Rapids, Michigan, is seeking an Electrical Instrumentation & Controls (EIC) Technician to operate and maintain natural gas compression and related equipment.

You will troubleshoot complex control systems, plan maintenance, mentor technicians, and participate in safety and compliance activities as part of a skilled team.

Role requires on‑call rotation and willingness to travel up to 15% as needed.

Qualifications

• Journeyman ticket or two years of vocational/technical training with at least five years of related experience.
• Fully qualified and, where required, certified tradesperson.
• Ability to meet and maintain operator qualifications and technical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform major maintenance and complex installations within your trade specialty.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment and system issues in electrical, instrumentation and control systems.
• Plan and coordinate work for contract or maintenance crews, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians.
• Lead or support installation, testing and commissioning of compressor station equipment and pipeline facilities.
• Maintain, calibrate, and repair control system components and safety devices.
• Document maintenance records, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and PPE; participate in emergency repairs.
• Support environmental, community, and safety initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical control

Maintenance planning

Education

Journeyman ticket

Vocational/technical training

Tools

PLC systems

DCS control

Job description

TC Energy Corp. in Big Rapids, Michigan, is seeking an Electrical Instrumentation & Controls (EIC) Technician to operate and maintain natural gas compression and related equipment.

You will troubleshoot complex control systems, plan maintenance, mentor technicians, and participate in safety and compliance activities as part of a skilled team.

Role requires on‑call rotation and willingness to travel up to 15% as needed.