Pipeline Integrity Technician

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.

Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.  

As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system. 

With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities.

As a Pipeline Integrity Technician at Trans Mountain you will perform both pipeline integrity work and inspection duties. The position is responsible for ensuring the effective functioning of field operations of the Pipeline Integrity Program for Trans Mountain and plays a central role in the completion of the field portion of Trans Mountain’s Integrity Program.

 This position is based at the Edson Pump Station and reports to the Supervisor, Pipeline Integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures that the planning, timing, and logistics of integrity digs are prepared and finalized before execution.  This includes interdepartmental coordination and ensuring all pre-dig conditions are met (permits are in place, landowner/Indigenous community engagement has been done, etc.).
• Responsible for oversight of civil construction activities (excavation, compaction, and backfilling work) conducted by 3rd party contractors to ensure they are following all applicable standards, procedures, and regulations. This also includes approving work changes and purchase orders pertaining to the execution of work.
• Oversees 3rd party contractors performing various pipeline integrity tasks to ensure work performed meets Trans Mountains standards. These tasks include pipeline surface preparation (sandblasting) and coating application as well as temporary and permanent sleeve work (sleeve installation, replacements, hot tapping, and modifications).
• Provides ongoing support to the Operations department (processing work orders in D365, executing the annual service of equipment, etc.) in support of the safe operations and maintenance of the Trans Mountain pipeline.
• Oversees 3rd party contractors conducting non-destructive evaluations (NDE) and anomaly assessments.  The scope of work for the 3rd party contractors is determined by collaborating with Facility Integrity to determine repair methods in support of Trans Mountains facility integrity standards. This includes performing non-destructive testing (ultrasonic testing (UT), magnetic particle inspection (MPI), etc.) on facilities.  Responsible for conducting inspections of in-service welding activities to ensure completed welds meet Trans Mountains standards and escalating any anomalies to leadership when required.
• Responds to RoW locations during emergency response to mobilize equipment to support Trans Mountains emergency response obligations.
• Coordinates preliminary communications with landowners and/or communities in support of tool-run launches to ensure pre-launch commitments have been met. Conducts the tracking and reporting of launched tools to CCO and oversees any troubleshooting efforts (repairs, recuses, etc.) to aid in the tools' journey down the line.
• Mentor and advise junior team members to support the transfer of knowledge and the successful development of peers.
• Meet annual training requirements to ensure compliance with Trans Mountains standards, procedures, and regulations.

Qualifications and Professional Experience:

• High School completion
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in related field
• Canadian Standards Association Z662 training and Corrosion Control certification is preferred
• Class 1 Drivers License is preferred
• Ultra-Sonic Testing, Magnetic Particle Inspection CGSB I (limited) certification, NACE Coatings Inspector I certification and installation of compression repair sleeves is preferred.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
• Self-motivated, capable of performing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle strict deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take.  Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.

A Rewarding Opportunity

We offer:

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• Comprehensive benefits programs including flexible benefits, pension and savings plans
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value:

• The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• The commitment and resilience of our people;
• Collaboration and achieving success together. 

In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.

In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).

In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.

Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility.  The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day.  We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.