Mechanical Technician

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 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.

The Opportunity

Our Aurora Central team is seeking a multiskilled, team-oriented Mechanical Technician who is proficient in troubleshooting, maintaining, and operating natural gas generator engines and related auxiliary equipment. The successful candidate may reside or relocate to Slave Lake AB, and report primarily to the Slake Lake office along with our remote stations located across Northern Alberta. This role could also be located in Athabasca.

This position is eligible for company assisted relocation.

The regular work schedule for this position will be:

• Week 1 – Monday to Thursday 9 hours per day; 8 hours on Friday
• Week 2 – Monday to Thursday 9 hours per day; Friday off

What You'll Do:

• Operate and troubleshoot primary and 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
• 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 daily, enter data into job plans, create new work orders
• Manage contractors and vendors while on-site
• Assist in planning work and participate in safety and/or team meetings and discussions
• Other tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Waukesha Engine or CAT Service Technician certified

Preferred Qualifications:

• Journeyperson with one of the following: Heavy Duty Mechanic or Millwright
• Experience in maintaining and optimizing engines while identifying performance trends and historical data
• Proven expertise in advanced mechanical diagnostics, top-end/major overhauls, and tuning of rich-burn and lean-burn Waukesha industrial engines, including ESM control.
• Extensive hands-on experience of mid-horsepower Caterpillar 3400 and 3500 series power systems, including complex failure analysis, full engine rebuilds, and the expert utilization of CAT Electronic Technician
• Relevant energy industry experience
• Ability to interpret technical reference documents
• Ability to work self-guided with minimal supervision
• 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 Suite
• Ability to understand piping drawings
• Basic knowledge of instrumentation and electrical troubleshooting

This position requires candidates to:

• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
• Work away from home in hotels or company provided camp facilities 60-70% of the work schedule
• Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing
• Be subject to call out on a rotational schedule 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, heavy lifting and temperatures 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.

About our business

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

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.