Pipeline Technician

The Pipeline Technician at TC Energy in Wellington, OH, is responsible for the operation and maintenance of natural gas facilities, requiring experience with high-pressure pipelines and gas systems. Key tasks include facility inspections, leak repairs, and compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience in the energy sector. The role is full-time and requires proximity to the reporting location for emergency response.
About the position

The Pipeline Technician position at TC Energy involves supporting the operation and maintenance of natural gas facilities. The role requires knowledge and experience in high-pressure natural gas pipelines, gas measurement, compression, and cathodic protection systems. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills, and must reside within a specified distance from the reporting location to comply with emergency response requirements.

Responsibilities
• Locating and marking underground facilities per 811
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• Oversee and manage pipeline or utility crossings and encroachments
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• Identify, investigate and address encroachments and aerial patrol observations
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• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance tasks including facility inspections and operation of valves and actuators
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• Conduct maintenance activities such as leak repair, vegetation management, and inspection of right-of-way
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• Assist with tie-ins of mainline valves and pipe, and maintenance of launchers and receivers
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• Patrol pipeline right-of-way and assist with leak surveys
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• Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain gas-fired reciprocating compressors and various types of equipment
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• Plan and coordinate activities for maintenance and capital construction projects
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• Launch, monitor, and receive pipeline pigs and develop pigging plans
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• Conduct internal pipeline cleaning or pigging operations
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• Monitor system parameters and pressures to assure operations within requirements
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• Support US Regulatory Compliance and external inspection agencies
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• Complete work orders and enter data into job plans in SAP/BlueWorx
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• Perform remedial and preventative maintenance and maintain facility appearance

Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent
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• Demonstrated work experience in energy, industrial plant or related industry
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• Experience in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and related software

Nice-to-haves
• Experience locating and marking pipeline infrastructure
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• Knowledge of internal combustion engines and centrifugal gas compressors
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• Experience in repairing and remediating pipeline issues
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• Experience with valve and relief valve operation, inspection, maintenance and repair
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• Ability to interpret technical reference documents and P&ID drawings
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• CDL with Hazmat preferred for fluid handling

Benefits
• Equal opportunity employer
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• Accommodation for applicants with disabilities available upon request