TC Energy

Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, and Controls Technician

LocationDefiance, OH
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

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 Heartland-Defiance Compressor Station is seeking a multiskilled team orientated Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, and Controls Technician who is proficient in troubleshooting, maintaining, and operating natural gas compressor station and meter station control systems, measurement equipment, and other related facilities.

This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses excellent problem solving, communication, and decision-making skills. This position is overtime eligible and extended work hours may be required on occasion without advance notice including nights, weekends and holidays.


What You’ll Do

Install, commission, test, repair, and maintain compressor stations, meter stations, communication systems, and other facilities related to the pipeline system
Perform routine and major maintenance on natural gas and electrically driven compressor units and associated auxiliary equipment
Troubleshoot, operate, maintain, calibrate, and repair various types of electronic, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment
Perform Control and Monitoring maintenance activities on centrifugal and reciprocating compressors
Maintain power, process controls, programmable logic controllers (PLC), electric generation equipment, microwave multiplex equipment, and orifice meters
Assemble, install, test, and maintain instrumentation, electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatuses and fixtures, using hand and power tools
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, equipment, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of the breakdown and correct the problem
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and associated components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustments or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, frequency generators, and oscilloscopes
Oversee, direct, and perform tasks related to the installation, start-up, and repair of measurement and regulation equipment, such as: various types of meters, recording gauges, flow computers, LCEM units, transmitters, relief valves, regulators, valve actuators, pneumatic and digital controllers, filtration devices, odorizers, and gas quality devices (chromatographs and gas samplers)
Perform diagnostic tests, accuracy tests, calibrations, and replacements of various measurement and regulation equipment with test equipment such as a Hart Communicator and Fluke meter
Compile, prepare, and maintain written records related to DOT auditable inspections, accuracy tests, calibrations, odorant tests, equipment change outs, relief valve tests, and gas quality analysis such as dewpoint levels, specific gravity, and gas samples
Receive and maintain equipment documentation (blueprints, schematics, line diagrams, technical manuals, operation manuals, etc.) and serve as the facility technical resource in their review and use
Work closely with field personnel to schedule and properly route gas in the event of pipeline right of way maintenance or an emergency repair to maintain delivery to internal and external customers
Locate pipelines per the Ohio and Michigan One Call center and perform valve maintenance
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
Demonstrated work experience in a related industry
Thorough understanding of stop work authority (SWA) and safe work practices
Knowledge and understanding of lock out/tag out (LOTO) procedures
Experience in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and related software
Ability to work self-guided with minimal supervision
Experience with controls and measurement systems and instrumentation including but not limited to pressure, temperature, flow, gas and fire detection, pressure regulating equipment and valve operators
Basic knowledge of instrumentation and electrical troubleshooting


Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree to include courses in engine maintenance or electricity/electronics
Experience with Allen Bradley and/or Bristol controls
Thorough understanding of the test equipment used to maintain control systems
Experience with pneumatic and electronic valves, transmitters, switches, and regulators
Experience with various types of gas measurement testing equipment
Ability to interpret technical reference documents
Ability to work self-guided with minimal supervision
Medium voltage electrical experience involving switchgear, frequency drives, transformers, and other medium voltage equipment associated with electrically driven compressor units


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, including drug and alcohol testing
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 and cramped conditions
Carry a company provided cell phone and to work a rotating on-call schedule with some extended days and/or weeks for emergency response purposes

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.


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

Visit us at TCEnergy.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

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 careers@tcenergy.com.

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