Heavy Equipment Operator - USW 628

Oil Authority; West Virginia; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Energy is seeking a lead field operations professional to support the operation, maintenance, and construction of natural gas pipelines across designated areas. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and hands-on skills to manage field crews and equipment.

You will coordinate with contractors, landowners, and government agencies, ensure safety compliance, and contribute to planning and execution of projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Proven leadership and communication capabilities.
• Ability to obtain operator qualifications and DOT/CDL.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid Class A CDL with tank, trailer, and hazardous-materials endorsements, or ability to obtain them.
• Ability to operate a UTV when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty equipment including bulldozers, skid steers, backhoes, and excavators.
• Operate heavy trucks to transport supplies.
• Perform excavation and maintenance to assets.
• Coordinate safety, work planning, and team meetings.
• Maintain daily logs and documentation in the Work Management system.
• Support leak repairs, pigging operations, and asset protection tasks.
• Submit permits and One Call notifications as required.
• Read maps and interpret pipeline route information.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP Work Manager

Blueworx

SharePoint

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

This lead position supports the operation, maintenance, and construction of natural gas pipelines and associated facilities within an assigned operating area. The successful candidate will provide leadership in field operations and demonstrate strong communication, work coordination, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills. This individual must be a self-starter who can work effectively with minimal supervision and maintain a strong working knowledge of TC Energy safety practices, operating procedures, work management processes, and compliance requirements.

This position is represented by the 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

This position will be qualified to perform the following core functions:

• Operate heavy-duty equipment, including bulldozers, skid steers, backhoes, excavators, mobile lifts, motor graders, mobile cranes, vac trucks, and similar equipment
• Operate heavy trucks to pick up and deliver supplies and materials to designated locations
• Perform excavation work required to maintain assets
• Perform mowing, clearing, and road maintenance required to access and maintain assets
• Grease and fuel equipment daily and make operating adjustments as required
• Stage equipment, materials, and supplies at work sites
• Assist with handling and transporting fluids, including glycol, pipeline liquids, basement wastewater, and methanol
• Maintain daily material-handling logs
• Report spills promptly and ensure proper cleanup and disposal
• Perform or coordinate preventive maintenance on heavy equipment and trucks
• Coordinate annual cargo tank inspections, cleanings, and pressure tests
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs on heavy equipment and trucks
• Inspect and maintain loading, lifting, and transporting devices, including straps, chains, and binders
• Prepare and complete shipping manifests for hazardous-material waste disposal
• Assist with work planning and participate in safety and team meetings as required
• Document work in the company’s electronic Work Management system and complete all required follow-up documentation
• Support the planning, preparation, and execution of low-complexity projects
• Assist with operations-related tasks as needed
• Submit One Call notifications for excavation-related projects
• Submit permitting documentation (PDIF) for locally led projects
• Support leak repairs
• Support pigging operations
• Read and interpret operational maps
• Apply general knowledge of pipeline coating and construction standards
• Communicate with contractors, the public, landowners, and government agencies regarding gas operations
• Obtain quotes and maintain an inventory of parts and tools
• Support the acquisition of road permits when required
• Enforce right-of-way use and Damage Prevention guidelines with support from the Land Agent
• Identify, investigate, and properly report right-of-way encroachments
• Identify, investigate, and properly report asset exposures
• Safely operate quick-opening enclosures on associated equipment

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated proficiency using a variety of computer applications and systems, including:
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
  • Company software systems (Intranet, SharePoint, Geofind, Eagle Eye, and Utilisphere)
  • Google Earth
  • Adobe software
  • Work Management systems, such as SAP Work Manager/Blueworx
  • Windows and Apple operating-system navigation
  • Photo-sharing and editing tools used to create detailed illustrations of pipeline rights-of-way, access roads, and related assets
  • File upload and download functions for TOPs, photos, and related documentation
• Proven ability to operate heavy equipment
• Proven leadership and communication capabilities
• Mechanical knowledge, skills, and experience
• Ability to successfully complete respirator fit testing
• Ability to obtain the operator qualifications required for the position
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid DOT certification or the ability to obtain it
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tank, trailer, and hazardous-materials endorsements, or the ability to obtain them
• Ability to operate a UTV when required

Additional Information

• This role requires working in extreme weather conditions.
• This role is subject to call-outs and overtime based on business needs.
• Travel to other facilities may be required for training, maintenance, and operational support.
• A rotating work‑shift schedule may be required.
• The work schedule may change on short notice to support operational requirements.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the core functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Other duties may be assigned outside the primary job function.

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.

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.

Learn more

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.