Pipeline Protection Technician

Location: Bellingham, Washington                              

Department: US Puget Sound

Reports to: Manager, Sumas & Puget Operations            

Worker Type: Employee   

Schedule Type: Full-time

Work Setting: Field

Trans Mountain is seeking a collaborative, motivated, and values driven individual to join our dynamic team as a Pipeline Protection Technician. In this position, you will help ensure Trans Mountain assets are accurately identified and protected from external mechanical damage during ground disturbance, while supporting stakeholder awareness of safe practices around those assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate Trans Mountain (TM) pipeline protection standards and practices to Trans Mountain employees and third parties.
• Respond to One Call Notifications including all required paperwork.
• Provide site inspection of activities occurring on or near TM Right of Way (ROW) to ensure compliance with, and provide enforcement of, Trans Mountain pipeline protection zones and ROW excavation conditions.
• Represent Trans Mountain in public forums to improve awareness of damage prevention issues.
• Analyze, interpret and utilize graphics and other information contained in drawings or generated by GIS technology.
• Identify pipeline locations using GI, GPS and line locating equipment.
• Inspect ROW to ensure compliance with Trans Mountain signage program.
• Provide periodic review and input related to Trans Mountain operational documentation including job plans, procedures and planning.
• Perform operational duties as required, including paperwork, sample can changeouts, delivery, and scheduling.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Highschool Diploma required.
• Technical Diploma in related field and a Journeyman trade certification is preferred.
• ATV, snowmobile, boat, and spill response training are an asset.
• Line locator training is an asset.
• A track record of delivering high-quality work, managing competing priorities, and supporting key business processes or operational functions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and levels across the organization.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and a willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Working Conditions

• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• A valid passport is required and ability to travel to Canada for required training.
• A valid State Automobile License is required and be able to produce a clean 10-year drivers abstract.
• May need to provide support outside of regular business hours and/or on the weekend.

Relocation Eligibility

We invite applicants from outside the position location to apply. Relocation to the position location will be required and domestic relocation assistance may be considered for the successful candidate.

Application

Candidates may submit their application in English or French. To apply in French, please use our French careers site: Careers (French)

At Trans Mountain, we believe in an inclusive, accessible, and barrier free recruitment and selection process for all applicants. If you require an accommodation at any point in the process, please contact us at: Talent@transmountain.com or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor.  Accommodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy.

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.