ABOUT US
Trans-Northern Pipelines Inc. (Trans-Northern) operates regulated pipelines to safely transport the refined petroleum products (gasoline, diesel, aviation, and heating fuel) used by Canadian businesses and consumers every day. These pipelines connect refineries in Edmonton to Calgary, including the Calgary International Airport; and refineries in Nanticoke, Ont., and Montreal to the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), with lateral pipelines to Ottawa as well as to Pearson International Airport and Pierre-Elliot Trudeau International Airport. We are committed to operating in a safe and environmentally responsible manner to protect the public, the environment, and the pipelines.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
We take pride in being a Canadian organization that fosters a community of dedicated, collaborative, and safety-minded professionals. The company is backed by three major shareholders, all of whom are Fortune 500 companies and prominent leaders in the North American oil and gas industry.
As a purpose-driven company, we understand the importance of supporting the communities in which we operate. In addition to our flexible work environment, Trans-Northern provides fulfilling opportunities for personal growth, learning, and contribution. We make safety a way of life, as it’s embedded in our culture and the way we work. With a philosophy that no job is so important, no task so urgent that it cannot be completed safely the right way, every day. Joining our team means being part of an environment where you are valued, respected, and supported. Explore our commitments and community investments to learn more.
POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Mechanical Technician (Millwright), license preferred you'll play a key role in maintaining the safe, reliable operation of our pipeline facilities and mechanical systems that transport refined petroleum products. Working independently, you'll apply your technical expertise to complex maintenance activities, support critical operations, mentor junior team members, and help ensure the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational excellence. This position is based in the Toronto region which spans from Nanticoke to Kingston and the successful candidate will be required to live within this geographic area.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform inspection, troubleshooting, testing, repair, and maintenance of pumps, motors, valves, actuators, pressure relief devices (PSVs), vacuum breakers, and associated mechanical equipment, including vibration monitoring and analysis.
- Execute mechanical maintenance activities on pipeline facilities to ensure the safe, reliable transportation of refined products.
- Perform small- to medium-scale facility piping installation and removal, flange make-up, tubing repairs, process vessel draining/opening, and supervise welding activities within facilities.
- Operate and maintain pig launching and receiving facilities, execute pigging activities, and perform underground single- and double-wall storage tank integrity testing, including contractor supervision where required.
- Support product handling and measurement activities, including mechanical maintenance of product measurement equipment and, where applicable, oversee Stationary Prover Water Draw recertifications with contractors and proving specialists.
- Plan, coordinate, and manage contractor activities by developing work scopes, creating purchase requisitions, verifying orientations and trade certifications, managing Lock-Out/Tag-Out requirements, ensuring work acceptance, and completing follow-up documentation.
- Support construction and project work through site visits, gate reviews, pre-job planning, mechanical ground disturbance planning, one-calls, line locates and obtaining required third-party agreements.
- Issue Safe Work Permits for routine and complex work, develop and execute Job Specific Execution Plans (JSEPs), conduct tailgate meetings, perform gas testing, calibrate portable gas monitors, manage hot work activities, and complete mechanical and electrical Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures.
- Demonstrate visible safety leadership by conducting daily worksite inspections, identifying and correcting hazards, developing Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), using appropriate PPE, participating in safety meetings and investigations, and stopping unsafe work when observed.
- Respond to emergencies by participating in on-call rotations, initiating emergency response activities, acting as First Responder or On-Scene Commander when required, and participating in emergency drills and incident command activities.
- Inspect and maintain facility security measures, including fencing, gates, doors, windows, and security camera systems, while ensuring maintenance routes, work orders, equipment calibrations, and regulatory requirements are completed and current.
- Perform operation, testing, and maintenance of fire water and fire foam systems, complete monthly portable fire extinguisher inspections, and supervise Hydro-Vac, vacuum truck, portable pumping, and lighting equipment activities.
- Maintain required regulatory, safety, Operator Qualification, Product Quality/Aviation Jet Fuel Standards, OEMS, and technical training to ensure all mandatory certifications remain current.
- Act as a technical resource by mentoring junior Mechanical/Millwright Technicians, conducting job task observations and Operator Qualification evaluations (where applicable), providing day-to-day direction to contractors, and supporting knowledge transfer across the team.
- Provide modified Supervisor relief during short-duration absences by supporting work planning, daily activity coordination, investigations, mentoring, and operational decision-making as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must-haves (minimum requirements):
- Red Seal Journey person with 2+ years in a related mechanical trade, oil and gas experience preferred (e.g., Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), Pipefitter, Heavy Duty Mechanic.) or 10 years of oil and gas experience in a related mechanical trade.
- A High School Diploma.
- Extensive journey-level experience performing mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of heavy industrial mechanical equipment.
- Demonstrated experience maintaining rotating equipment, including pumps, motors, valves, actuators, pressure relief devices (PSVs), and associated piping systems.
- Experience coordinating and supervising contractors, including work planning, contractor oversight, and ensuring compliance with safety requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize competing work demands, and respond effectively to abnormal operating conditions.
- Ability and willingness to participate in an on-call rotation, emergency response, and after-hours callouts.
- Commitment to maintaining required regulatory, safety, Operator Qualification, and mandatory technical training.
- A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record.
- Alignment with our values of safety above all else, respect, trust, results focused, decisiveness, and lifelong learning.
Preference for:
- Licensed Journeyperson Mechanical Technician/Millwright (or Provincial/Red Seal equivalent).
- Dual Journey Person Tickets pertinent to the Petroleum Industry.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- This position is safety sensitive and field-based position.
o Travel to pipeline facilities and site offices will be required via company service vehicle.
o Position is based in the Toronto region which spans from Nanticoke to Kingston.
o The home office for the Toronto Region is based out of the Elmbank office in Mississauga, located at 3355 Elmbank Road.
- Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs.
- You will be required to perform some heavy lifting, use ladders and work on elevated work sites such as scaffolds and towers with the ability to perform in a variety of different environments both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces.
- Collaborating with exceptional teammates to make a positive impact.
- Competitive base salary and an annual incentive program with a pay for performance philosophy.
- Comprehensive company-paid benefits package.
- Rewarding Defined Benefit pension and Savings Plan with a matching component.
- Comprehensive time-off policy offering a generous allocation of vacation days, as well as additional company-designated and flexible days off.
Stay connected to us:
Join our Talent Community
We appreciate the interest of all applicants. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified individuals and are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.
Please note that only applicants closely matching the skills, qualifications, and requirements for available positions will be contacted for further follow-up and potential interviews.
