Maintenance Lead - Ohio / Western PA / Northern WV — TC Energy | Careers

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 Compression / BOP Team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business. We are seeking a Maintenance Lead who has knowledge and experience to provide technical expertise and consultation to optimize the repairs and maintenance of TC Energy's compression fleet and provide high-level technical support to assure optimum efficiency and equipment reliability in the pipeline system.

This individual will possess a high level of mechanical expertise in the testing and repair of various types of engines, compressors, and other major equipment, understanding of transmission / storage operations, equipment usage and strategic value, and excellent knowledge of applicable codes, procedures, policies, and regulations.

This position is eligible for our domestic relocation program. The successful candidate must be willing to relocate to Ohio, Western PA, or Northern WV.

What you'll do

Be the primary contact for notifications from TC Energy's real time compression fleet monitoring system
Act as the liaison between Engineering Services and Operations in leading the operational support function for the compressor fleet by emphasizing safety, quality and fiscal responsibility
Acts as an expert compressor lead engaged in the operation and mechanical analytics of compressor station machinery and other equipment
Partner with the ES Equipment Analysts, Fleet Managers and Reliability Engineers in monitoring predictive maintenance analyst program which includes developing and maintaining standards, performance analysis, vibration analysis, thermography analysis and oil analysis
Provide information necessary for accurate pipeline modeling and for compliance with air quality standards
Act as interfacing consultant for equipment manufacturers, external service providers, management, engineering, station teams, etc.
Develop, lead and help manage compression fleet projects
Utilize historical data, market demands, and fleet status as determining factors for the development and implementation of compression equipment replacement, upgrades, repairs, and modifications
Maintain a working knowledge of developing technologies as they apply to existing equipment for the purpose of enhancing pipeline applications
Provide technical consultation and guidance to Operations in troubleshooting compression related operating problems, integrating theoretical factors with practical consideration and a directed effort toward cost containment and operating efficiency
Interpret load curves and maps from the Compressor Performance Analysis
Provide direction to Operations Managers and Leaders in necessary repair methods upon findings from a variety of electronic testing equipment to achieve optimum performance of engine and compressor equipment such as laser alignment equipment to align motors, pumps, engines, compressors and turbines. Borescope to perform internal inspections on engines, compressors and turbines
Advise Operations Managers, Team Leaders and compressor station personnel of problems, if any; recommend remedial action and adjustments necessary to facilitate proper operation
Work with teams to ensure follow-up work orders are created to document problems and repairs that need to be completed by compressor station personnel
Provide professional expertise in making necessary adjustments, observe repairs and/or analyze feedback, follow up
Assist in the building of job plans to ensure consistent maintenance is performed across the company
Work with Operations Managers and Leaders to ensure failure reporting is captured correctly using PC and/or hand-held devices
Prepare reports of repairs and adjustments performed on the engines and other station equipment
Provide technical support and training to maintenance personnel for optimum performance and maintenance of equipment and the performing of maintenance tasks (i.e. compressor cylinder alignment and crankshaft web defection.)
Oversee the maintenance of instruments, tools, and equipment necessary for maintenance activities
Interpret the analyzer patterns and other instrument output in conjunction with working knowledge of operation and maintenance of gas engines, compressors, auxiliaries, controls, etc. and determine problems, if any
Review station operating and maintenance records for accuracy, completeness, and diagnostic purposes
Travel to various compressor stations in the event of major equipment failures, analyze operating problems, investigate causes, recommend remedial repairs/procedures, and recommend precautions to avoid future occurrences
Other tasks as required

Minimum qualifications

Graduation from a 2–3-year technical school program
Technical operational expertise in compression and gas conditioning
10+ years’ experience with expert knowledge of natural gas (overall energy) industry

Preferred qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline
Experience using SAP
Project management and process improvement skills
Leadership experience
Military experience

This position requires candidates to:

Have and maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving record
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.

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid

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.