Entry Level Instrumentation And Controls Technician Jobs in Alberta

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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
We are currently seeking an Electrical Instrumentation & Controls (EIC) Technician to join our Canada Gas Operations team based in Edson, Alberta. Controls Technicians repair, install, troubleshoot, and perform other planned maintenance and corrective tasks on assigned electronic, electrical, pneumatic and/or mechanical control systems, devices, and ancillary equipment.
Reporting to the Area Manager (Mountainview Area), the EIC Controls Technician will operate and maintain natural gas compression and auxiliary equipment (including but not limited to industrial gas turbines, generators, boilers, fuel gas compressors, and PLC control systems) in a manner which meets operational needs in compliance with company and regulatory requirements. In this role, you will also be required to perform tasks from other disciplines.

This position is eligible for Overtime, and the regular work schedule will be:
Week 1 - Monday to Thursday 9 hours per day; Friday off
Week 2 - Monday to Thursday 9 hours per day; 8 hours on Friday

What you'll do

• Perform installation, testing, repair, and maintenance on compressor station equipment, and other facilities relevant to the pipeline system as required

• Conduct routine regular maintenance on gas turbine packages, gas compressor units and associated auxiliary equipment

• Troubleshoot, test, & maintain shutdown devices, fire & gas systems, auxiliary systems, HVAC systems, relief and Over Pressure Protection devices, control valves, PLC's & control systems

• Install & configure software in control systems

• Perform emergency repairs to meet customer and client needs

• Ensure facilities and personnel comply with TC Energy's Community, Safety and Environment policies and procedures as well as accepted risk standards

• Lead/manage the safe and efficient completion of low/medium complexity projects including the coordination and monitoring of contractor work activities or third-party active control

• Complete all administrative functions related to position and duties

• Maintain core operational task qualifications

• Provide coaching, mentoring and training to other personnel

• Perform Pre-Start Safety Reviews

Minimum Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician certification

• 5 years of related Industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and SAP experience

• Previous experience with high pressure natural gas

• Current with technological advances in the compression field

This position requires candidates to:

• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract for review

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

• Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings, or training which would involve some overnight stays away from home (estimated up 25% of work schedule)

• Be part of an on-call rotation and provide emergency support as required

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 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 careers@tcenergy.com 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.