EIC Measurement 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 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!

Posting Close Date: October 6, 2024

The Opportunity

Our USGO Badger South Area team has an open position in our Eden, Wisconsin facility covering South Central Wisconsin in the support and operation/maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout the Southern Wisconsin Area.

We are seeking an EIC Measurement Technician who is proficient in troubleshooting, maintaining, and operating natural gas compressor station control systems, measurement equipment, possesses knowledge and experience of high-pressure natural gas pipeline systems and gas measurement facilities 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.

What you'll do

• Install, commission, test, repair, and maintain, meter stations, communication systems, and other facilities related to the pipeline system
• Troubleshoot, operate, maintain, calibrate, and repair various types of electronic, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment
• Maintain power, process controls, programmable logic controllers (PLC), electric, and orifice meters
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain instrumentation, electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, gas measuring and metering equipment, 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
• Locate pipelines per the One Call center
• Perform valve maintenance
• Complete work orders, enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc. in SAP/BlueWorx
• Other tasks as required
• Locate and visually mark subsurface pipeline infrastructure with paint and/or flags
• Oversee and manage pipeline or utility crossings and encroachments
• Complete required Department of Transportation (DOT) and Company documentation
• Perform pipeline maintenance activities such as leak repair, clearing and inspection of right-of-way, and assisting with tie-ins of mainline valves
• Perform pipeline locates through the state one-call system
• Patrol pipeline right-of-way and assist with leak surveys
• Operate company truck
• 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

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
• Must be an expert in Electrical Instrumentation & Controls (EIC)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree to include courses in 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
• Industrial experience in a plant environment

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
• Be subject to call out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 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 and temperatures, heavy lifting (50 pounds), 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

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.

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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.

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