Mechanical Technician

TC Energy; Cottage Grove (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Energy is seeking a Skilled Mechanical Technician to join the Cottage Grove Compressor Station Team. The ideal candidate will possess 5+ years of relevant experience and will be responsible for the maintenance and safe operation of high-pressure natural gas systems. This role involves troubleshooting, operating equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety practices while working in a collaborative team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in energy or natural gas industry.
• Effective written & verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain gas-fired engines, compressors, and other equipment.
• Plan and perform mechanical maintenance activities.
• Demonstrate safety leadership and participate in a team environment.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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/American Gulf Region/ Celestine Area Team is seeking a Skilled Mechanical Technician to meet the needs of our growing business and join our Cottage Grove Compressor Station Team in Cottage Grove, Tennessee.

The successful candidate will work on a team responsible for safe operation and maintenance of a high pressure natural gas pipeline system, Reciprocating engine driven compressor station, gas measurement facilities, and other related facilities. This position is overtime eligible and extended work hours including nights and weekends may be required on occasion without advance notice. Must be a self-starter, working in a small team environment, capable of working with minimal direct supervision, who possesses excellent problem solving, communication and decision-making skills. The individual must be able to exercise judgement in selecting efficient work methods, troubleshoot complex problems, and provide meaningful recommendations to improve standard practices.

The role applies skills and aptitude to work independently on maintenance and repair work for natural gas compression and auxiliary equipment, with the capability to provide direction to junior peers.

The regular work schedule for this position will be:

M-F 7:00am – 3:30 pm (OT as required)

What you’ll do

• Demonstrate safety leadership & excellence.
• Actively participates in a small Team environment, acquiring and applying required qualifications and assisting in planning, problem solving, prioritization, and decision making processes.
• Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain gas-fired reciprocating engines, gas compressors, standby generator engines, centrifugal and diaphragm pumps, oil coolers, air compressors, large-bank cooler fans and gear boxes, large diameter valves and operators, and other auxiliary equipment.
• Assist in full or partial large-bore reciprocating engine/gas compressor overhauls.
• Plan, coordinate, and perform mechanical maintenance activities, to include routine corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment and system improvements, and major maintenance projects.
• Initiate corrective action to review and improve maintenance procedures.
• Performing line locates on company pipelines and/or utilities, corrosion control/prevention activities, line patrols and associated ROW maintenance, all within Company Operating Procedures;
• Inspections, operation, and minor repairs on portable work equipment and mobile work equipment;
• Safely operate & maintain Company vehicles and other portable/mobile work equipment, including safety inspections, and minor maintenance;
• Properly use a variety of hand and power tools.
• Read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Perform other tasks as defined by the Team, maintain required records, and maintain general housekeeping & appearance of assigned Team facilities;
• Utilize computers and e-mail for internal and external communication, record keeping, on-line reporting, material and supply ordering, and filing of various forms (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. SAP Management System experience preferred).
• Perform precision measurement and alignment functions.
• Analyze engine performance reports.
• Read, interpret, and update drawings and schematics
• Assist with pipeline repairs as necessary.
• Operate and maintain valves and operators.
• Inspect, repair, and set regulators and relief valves.
• Blow down, purge, and pressurize pipelines and/or stations.
• Complete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc. in SAP.
• Make meaningful impacts to the team by providing expert knowledge to improve standard work practices
• Other tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Relevant natural gas or energy industry experience (Energy, Natural Gas or Military exp)
• 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Effective written & verbal communication, as well as interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative, team environment that includes shared responsibilities, establishing and maintaining good working relationships with others, to support team and company objectives, and willingness to assist in all areas i.e. Controls, pipeline, or measurement as required by team;
• Candidate must exhibit a sense of urgency, individual responsibility, and effectively execute tasks in a dynamic environment;

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman ticket or two years of vocational/technical training from a recognized institution
• Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting large bore reciprocating engines.
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines, reciprocating and centrifugal gas compressors, turbines, and standby generators.
• Experience interpreting technical reference documents and reading drawings.
• Computerized maintenance management system and SAP experience.
• Working knowledge of various pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of Pipeline operations and processes, including excavations, heavy equipment, .

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.
• Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings, or training which would involve some overnight stays away from home.
• Be subject to working conditions which include adverse weather and temperatures, heavy lifting (50 pounds), and cramped conditions.
• All employees subject to random drug testing throughout term of employment.

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.

* All positions require background screening. Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.

* TC Energy is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting [e-mail].