Mechanical Technician

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.

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The Opportunity  

Our US Gas Operations – American Gulf team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business, and we are expanding our presence in Gillis, Louisianna to support the operation and maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout the Gillis, Eunice and Lafayette Areas.  

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician who possesses knowledge and experience of high-pressure natural gas pipeline, to include turbine engine compressors.  

This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting and decision-making skills.   

What you’ll do  

• Troubleshoot, operate and maintain gas-fired turbine engines, gas compressors, standby generator engines, centrifugal and diaphragm pumps, low pressure boilers, oil coolers, air compressors, large-bank cooler fans and gear boxes, large diameter valves and operators, and other auxiliary equipment  
• Operate compressor engines and support equipment  
• Maintain and repair pipeline  
• Operate and maintain valves and operators  
• Inspect, repair and set regulators and relief valves   
• Blow down, purge and pressurize pipelines and/or stations  
• Storage field facility operations and maintenance  
• Perform line locates on company pipelines and/or utility line patrols and associated ROW maintenance  
• Plan, coordinate and perform mechanical maintenance activities, to include routine corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment and system improvements and major maintenance projects  
• Complete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc. in SAP  
• Other tasks as required   

Minimum Qualifications  

• High school diploma or equivalent  
• Understand and describe the operation of a 4-cycle combustion engine  
• 3 years mechanical experience  

Preferred Qualifications  

• Relevant oil and gas industry experience  
• Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting turbine engines  
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines, centrifugal gas compressors, and standby generators  
• Experience with gas turbine engines  
• Industrial experience in a plant environment  

This position requires candidates to : 

•  Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record  
• Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing  
• Be subject to call out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and extended workdays and/or workweeks 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  

Driving a motor vehicle is an essential job function of this position.  Following a conditional offer of employment, the Company will check the motor vehicle records of any job applicant when driving is an essential job function.  

Thank you for choosing to grow your career with TC Energy.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer welcoming 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 [email protected] 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. Consistent with our employment practices, we reserve the right to consider the cost of relocation when making internal hiring decisions.

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 exports to global markets, powering communities and industries. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure delivers affordable, reliable and sustainable energy across North America. Our field operations span seven Canadian provinces, 34 U.S. states and seven Mexican states. Together, we strengthen the connections that deliver the energy the world relies on-every day.

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 [email protected] 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.

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.