Mechanical Technician Intern, Mid Atlantic Regional Management Operations

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! 

To be considered, applications must include a resume and academic transcript (unofficial).  Incomplete submissions may not be reviewed. We appreciate your attention to detail and look forward to learning more about you!  

The Opportunity

TC Energy is looking to add an #EnergyProblemSolver in Prince George VA to support our efforts in Energy Problem Solving and our daily operations.
 

We are seeking a multiskilled, team-orientated Mechanical Technician who is proficient in troubleshooting, maintaining, and operating natural gas compressors and related auxiliary equipment for our Prince George VA team.
The successful candidate will reside in the Prince George area and report primarily out of our Mount Bracey Compressor Station, which is currently under construction.
 

• We engage with individuals who are self-starters, capable of working with minimal supervision, and who possess excellent problem solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
• This position is overtime eligible and extended work hours may be required on occasion including nights, weekends and holidays.

Term length is 3 months.
 

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidate must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution (university, college, etc.)
• Following completion of the internship in 2026, the candidate must return to their post-secondary institution to continue pursuing their degree or diploma
• 2+ years mechanical/technical experience with internal combustion engines
• Thorough understanding of stop works authority (SWA) and safe work practices
• Knowledge and understanding of lock out/tag out (LOTO) procedures
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and related software
• Ability to understand piping drawings
• Basic knowledge of instrumentation and electrical troubleshooting
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing
• Availability for call out on rotational schedule and extended work periods for emergency response
• Ability to travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training
• Ability to work in adverse conditions including weather, heavy lifting, temperature extremes and cramped conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting turbine engines
• Experience maintaining reciprocal compressors
• Relevant oil and gas industry experience
• Ability to interpret technical reference documents
• Ability to work self-guided with minimal supervision
• Experience troubleshooting, operating and maintaining gas compressors, turbine engines, pumps, boilers, and related auxiliary equipment
• Experience with SAP work order management systems
• Experience managing contractors and vendors on-site
• Background in mechanical maintenance activities including preventive maintenance and equipment improvements

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

TC Energy is a leading energy infrastructure company in North America. We have complementary businesses of natural gas pipelines and power generation. Our operations span three countries, seven Canadian provinces, and 34 U.S. states.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. government.

Learn More

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Thank you for choosing TC Energy in your career search.
 
* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.
* All positions require background screening. Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.
* TC Energy is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting careers@tcenergy.com.