Heavy Equipment Operator

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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 Canada Gas Projects group is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Construction Services West team based in North Bay Ontario. This position supports pipeline construction activity primarily operating excavators dozers loaders pipe layers boom trucks and transport trucks & trailers associated with pipeline maintenance. Activities are often performed near high-pressure pipelines and other energized facilities.

What Youll Do

• Operate equipment near and around above and below ground facilities.

• Perform routine daily pre-use inspections to ensure safe operability of all equipment.

• Conduct minor maintenance activities such as equipment lubrication to ensure equipment is maintained and clean.

• Assist the team with pre-job planning of all ground disturbances to ensure safety and compliance of excavations.

• Assume the role of excavation coordinator as it pertains to TC Energy operating procedures.

• Strictly adhere to workplace safety policies regulations and internal operating procedures.

• Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries promptly to the supervisor for corrective action and reporting.

• Report equipment or vehicle defects accidents traffic violations or damage to equipment immediately upon observation.

• Ship receive load and unload construction materials and equipment for projects.

• Support the team in other general pipeline maintenance activities as required.

• Maintain a high degree of respect for safe work habits.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency (GED).

• 2 years experience operating equipment (excavator dozer boom truck pipe layers loaders forklift etc.).

• Valid Class G drivers license.

• Proven experience safely and effectively operating hand-powered tools such as drills and grinders.

• Ability to read and interpret pipeline drawings one call clearances and project-specific drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of pipeline construction industry experience including hands-on hotline excavation experience.

• Valid AZ drivers license

• Working knowledge of high-volume and high-pressure pumps used in pipeline hydrostatic testing activities and high-volume/high-pressure air compressors.

• Valid 339C Mobile Crane Hoisting certification.

• Computer proficiency (Windows Word email).

This position requires candidates to:

• Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening including drug and alcohol testing

• Have and maintain a valid drivers license and provide a drivers abstract (record) for review

• Travel often (95%) to support construction activities in other company locations which will require overnight stays away from home and may be for long duration

• Work a modified work schedule (9 days on/5 days off)

• Be subject to overtime extended work hours and work weeks as needed.

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 needsmoving 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 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 candidates qualifications.

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.