Pipeliner - USW 628

TransCanada PipeLines; Terra Alta (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TransCanada PipeLines is seeking a field-focused operator to join our gas pipeline operations team. You will support operation, maintenance, testing and inspection of natural gas pipelines across an assigned area, working with minimal supervision while adhering to safety practices and company procedures.

You will engage in regulatory compliance tasks, leak surveys, and coordination with contractors and authorities, with occasional travel for training and maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Competent user in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Windows and Apple OS navigation.
• Photo sharing and editing for detailed illustrations (pipeline ROW, access roads, etc.).
• File upload/download function (TOPs, etc.).
• Must be capable of obtaining operator-qualification tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain natural gas pipelines and associated equipment in assigned area.
• Assist with general pipeline right-of-way (ROW) maintenance activities.
• Write, review and edit Gas Handling and Energy Isolation/Lock Out Tag Out plans.
• Assist with pipeline isolation and gas handling activities including blow down, purging and pressurizing pipelines.
• Assist with all types of pipeline crossing requests.
• Communicate with contractors, the public, landowners, and government agencies regarding gas operations.
• Perform leakage surveys and gauge wellhead pressures.
• Support internal Regulatory Compliance team and outside inspection agencies.

Skills

MS Office

OS navigation

Photo editing

File upload/download

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TOPs

Job description

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.

Join us. Connect to what matters.

The Opportunity

This position will support the operation, maintenance, testing and inspection of natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout an assigned operating area in coordination with the Pipeliner A. The individual must demonstrate initiative, accountability and be capable of working with minimal supervision. The individual will be required to obtain the required competency training and adhere to TC Energy safety practices, operating procedures, work management processes, and compliance requirements for assets to which they are assigned and/or are working.

This position is represented by United Steelworkers Local 628 and is subject to the terms and conditions of the governing collective bargaining agreement

What you'll do

• Operate and maintain natural gas pipelines and associated equipment in assigned area
• Assist with general pipeline right-of-way (ROW) maintenance activities
• Write, review and edit Gas Handling and Energy Isolation/Lock Out Tag Out plans
• Assist with pipeline isolation and gas handling activities including blow down, purging and pressurizing pipelines and the installation and operation of air movers/expellers
• Assist with all types of pipeline crossing requests
• Assist in addressing One Call requests in accordance with state/federal regulations
• Perform line locates and complete associated stakeout reports
• Assist with pigging operations including smart pig, wire line operations; operates and maintains launchers/receivers and pigging valves; operates geophones
• Assist with open flow and rock pressure testing on gas wells
• Perform inspections, troubleshooting and repair on equipment such as actuators, valves, stem seals, and other related components
• Support internal Regulatory Compliance team and outside inspection agencies on integrated and field inspections
• Support internal Technical Service teams for fleet management of storage wells
• Gauge wellhead pressures
• Perform leakage surveys
• Assist in the removal of freezes in pipelines
• Operate methanol injectors/pumps
• Gauge and inspect tanks
• Enforce right-of-way use and Damage Prevention guidelines; Identify, investigate and properly report right-of-way encroachments
• Communicate with contractors, the public, landowners, and government agencies regarding gas operations
• General knowledge of pipeline coating and construction standards
• Perform general painting and upkeep of assets
• Grade, repair and properly document leaks via the SAP work management process
• Grade, repair and properly document atmospheric corrosion via the SAP work management process
• Review and process farm tap requests
• Identify, investigate and properly report asset exposures
• Ability to read, interpret and update operational maps
• Ability to safely operate quick opening enclosures on associated equipment
• Support the safe and efficient execution of low complexity projects
• Perform follow up investigations of aerial patrol findings
• Acquire quotes and maintain inventory of parts and tools
• Perform general housekeeping duties for company facilities
• Support Pre-Safety Startup (PSSR) Reviews
• Participate in major and minor facility safety inspections
• Assist in the work planning process and participate as necessary in safety and/or team meetings
• Document work in the company's electronic Work Management system and adhere to all follow-up documentation procedures

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Competent user in various computer applications/functionality (or equivalent):
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Windows and Apple OS navigation
• Photo sharing and editing for detailed illustrations (pipeline ROW, access roads, etc.)
• File upload/download function (TOPs, etc.)
• Must be capable of obtaining required operator-qualification tasks for the position
• Must maintain valid driver's license to operate motor vehicle and maintain necessary DOT certification if required
• Must be capable of operating UTV if required

Additional information

• The role includes exposure to extreme weather conditions
• The role is subject to call-out and overtime
• The role includes some travel to other facilities for training and necessary maintenance
• The role may require a rotating work shift schedule
• The role may require a change of work shift on short notice

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. For over 75 years, we have proudly connected the world to the energy it needs. Every day, we move more than 30 per cent of the natural gas used across the continent and connect LNG exp