Pipeline Technician

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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 USGO Columbus Area team is seeking a multiskilled USGO Corrosion/Pipeline /M&R Technician in the Columbus Ohio area to support the operation and maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities. We are seeking an individual that possesses knowledge and experience of high-pressure natural gas pipeline and cathodic protection systems.

This individual must be a motivated individual capable of working with minimal supervision who possesses excellent problem-solving skills positive attitude communication skills and decision-making skills.

What youll do

• Conduct periodic resistivity and potential surveys on pipelines compressor stations and measurement and regulation facilities to determine corrosive areas and record performance of cathodic protection systems

• Check rectifiers and anode structures and determine operating efficiency

• Assist in analyzing troublesome cathodic protection areas and recommend solutions

• Install interference bonds in cooperation with other companies

• Assist in conducting current requirement tests for new ground bed installations

• Maintain cathodic protection equipment

• Conduct close interval surveys in small segments and oversee the CIS being performed by contractors

• Detect and conduct the repair of shorted road casings

• Check electrolysis bonds and conduct potential surveys on protected high-pressure lines

• Atmospheric corrosion mitigation surface preparation and coating application inspections

• Internal corrosion related sampling activities (liquid sampling coupon removal/installation etc.)

• Maintain RMU units installed on rectifiers

• Participate in PHMSA and regulatory inspections

• Assist and lead contractors during CP construction

• Troubleshoot operate maintain calibrate and repair various types of electronic equipment

• Diagnose malfunctioning systems equipment and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of the breakdown and correct discrepancies

• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring equipment and fixtures using testing devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters

• 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

• Locate pipelines per the One Call center and visually mark subsurface pipeline infrastructure with paint flags and permanent line markers.

• Complete work orders enter data into job plans create new work orders SAP/Blue Worx and create routes and enter data in PCS

• Oversee and manage pipeline or utility crossings and encroachments coordinating all work around facilities with landowners contractors and customers

• Complete required Department of Transportation (DOT) and Company documentation

• Perform pipeline maintenance activities such as leak repairs clearing and inspection of right-of-way and assisting with tie-ins of mainline valves and pipeline segments

• Patrol pipeline right-of-way and conduct leak surveys

• Operate company truck and equipment

• Plan coordinate and perform mechanical maintenance activities to include routine corrective maintenance leak repairs preventive maintenance equipment and system improvements and major maintenance projects

• Troubleshoot operate and maintain large and small diameter valves and operators and other auxiliary equipment

• Other tasks as required include various duties at compressor and measurement and regulation stations

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Demonstrated work experience in a related industry

• Experience locating and marking subsurface pipeline infrastructure

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

Experience reading comprehending and applying DOT codes and ANSI/AMSE standards

• Knowledge of the installation of impressed current ground beds and rectifiers

• 2-3 years of experience performing test point surveys with a field data logger (Messa Tablet etc.)

• Experience with pneumatic and electronic valves transmitters switches and regulators

• Ability to interpret technical reference documents

• 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

This position requires candidates to:

• Have and maintain a valid drivers license and a safe driving record and obtain TC Energy DOT driver status

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

• Require on call rotation 7 days on emergency response.

• Obtain operator qualifications to perform various tasks

• 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

• Live within 30 miles / 45 min of the Columbus office location

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

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.