Pipeline Technician

Pipeline Technician# TC Energy## Pipeline Technician Apply:
Eunice, Louisiana:
Rayne, Louisiana:
Full time:
Posted 2 Days Ago:
End Date:
October 13, 2026 (12 days left to apply):
JR-11058
** 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.  Join us. Connect to what matters.  
** The Opportunity
** Our USGO American Gulf Region team in the Lafayette area (Eunice, Gillis, and Rayne Compressor Stations) is expanding to strengthen operations and maintenance capabilities across our natural gas pipeline network and facilities throughout Louisiana and surrounding regions.  We are seeking a skilled Pipeline Technician who possesses knowledge and experience of high-pressure natural gas pipeline systems, reciprocating compressors, turbines, gas measurement facilities, and other related equipment.  

This individual must be a self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, who possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.  
** What you’ll do*
* * 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
* Operate compressor engines and support equipment
* Plan, coordinate, and perform mechanical maintenance activities, to include routine corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment and system improvements, and major maintenance projects
* Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain gas-fired reciprocating compressors, turbines, standby generator engines, centrifugal and diaphragm pumps, low pressure boilers, oil coolers, air compressors, large-bank cooler fans and gear boxes, large diameter valves and operators, and other auxiliary equipment
* Complete work orders, generate gas handling plans, LOTO Equipment and pipeline segments for maintenance enter data into job plans, create new work orders, etc. in SAP
* Other tasks as required    
** Minimum Qualifications*
* * High school diploma or equivalent
* Experience locating and marking subsurface pipeline infrastructure
* LOTO experience
* Gas Handling
* Previous energy industry or related experience    
** Preferred Qualifications*
* * Knowledge of reciprocating compressors, turbines, and standby generators
* Knowledge of regulators and/or meters
* 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, to include 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.

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