Mechanical Technician I at Enbridge in Waterman, IL

Posting End Date: May 29, 2026

Employee Type: Regular-Full time

Union/Non: This is a non-union position

Are you a hands-on mechanical professional who takes pride in keeping critical infrastructure running safely and efficiently? We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Technician I to join our team and play a key role in maintaining the reliability of our pipeline systems. In this role, you will work with a variety of mechanical equipment, respond to operational needs, and contribute to a safety-first culture all while supporting essential energy delivery. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and collaboration, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

What You Will Do:

• Perform preventative maintenance and timely repairs on pipeline system equipment to minimize downtime and throughput loss.
• Maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot mechanical systems including pumps, valves, mixers, seals, motors, fans, and measurement equipment.
• Ensure all work complies with regulatory requirements, company O&M procedures, and DOT regulations.
• Develop and execute lock-out/tag-out procedures and open-system job plans to ensure safe maintenance practices.
• Respond as a first responder during emergency situations and participate in required safety and technical training programs, including OQ certifications.
• Use maintenance management systems (e.g., Maximo) to document work, track equipment history, and support planning activities.
• Collaborate with technicians, supervisors, and operations teams to plan, schedule, and execute maintenance and improvement work efficiently.

What you have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years’ experience in industrial mechanical maintenance.
• Excellent trouble shooting ability.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license & good driving record.
• Must live (or relocate) within 25 miles of the reporting location.

Preferred:

• Completion of an approved mechanical apprenticeship program or 2 year mechanical technical/vocational degree.
• Experience in maintenance of crude oil pipeline, tank farm or delivery facilities or certified technical designation.
• Familiarity with pertinent equipment (pumps, motors, valves, switchgear, programmable logic controls, motor control centers and instrumentation).

Working Conditions:

• Available for emergency call via mobile phone, or home phone 24 hours a day.
• Periodically designated as on-call technician for a week at a time.
• 75% field mechanical maintenance work and 25% field office work.
• Occasional work in extreme cold and extreme heat.
• Must be able to physically perform heavy manual work including climbing storage tanks and lifting up to 50lbs.
• Work often required in high noise level areas and areas where vapor from crude oil and solvents may be present.
• Must possess and maintain an acceptable driving record
• Overnight travel of 10-40 days per year may be required.
• Primarily field oriented (outdoor) with specific office (indoor) functions for training, meetings and documentation of required tasks, dictated by Department of Transportation and other regulatory agencies for which Enbridge must comply.

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:

Grasping, kneeling, light – moderate lifting (objects up to 50 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements include but are not limited to:

Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

Salary:

• Ranges from $27.75 to $39.00 USD per hour for US locations based upon candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity.
• Applicable compensation policies and guidelines apply to internal candidates.

Benefits:

• A flexible benefits program that allows each employee to select the level of coverage needed for their family in the areas of health, dental, insurance and disability
• A paid maternity and parental leave benefit that offers up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents, providing flexibility and support during this important life event
• Valuable retirement savings plans, including a savings plan with company stock as an investment option
• Paid time off/vacation/sick, plus paid personal days off (depending on location), and paid holidays
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program
• A Wellness Program, which focuses on supporting healthier employees by providing tools, resources, and opportunities to improve physical, mental, social, and financial well-being
• Enbridge’s FlexWork (hybrid work model) offers eligible employees (Manager and below) the option for a compressed work week schedule. Role requirements determine your eligibility for each option. #LI-Hybrid

At Enbridge, we are dedicated to our core value of Inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other reason protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@enbridge.com.

Information For Applicants:

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit http://www.enbridge.com