Gas Safety Coordinator

About the role

NorthStar Energy Solutions is a Quanta Services, Inc. company based in Grand Prairie, TX, operating across the Central Southwest region of the U.S. We specialize in transmission lines, distribution lines, substation construction, foundations, storm damage repairs, and electrical contracting. Our team values drive and inclusivity, focusing on career development and rewarding excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site safety support for gas distribution projects including main installation, service tie-ins, meter sets, regulator stations, and system upgrades
• Participate in daily job briefings and hazard assessments focused on live gas environments, excavation safety, and public right-of-way work
• Monitor and reinforce safe practices during hot taps, purging, pressure testing, and tie-in operations on active distribution systems
• Support safe excavation practices around existing underground utilities, including trench protection and utility locates
• Identify unsafe conditions in congested, high-traffic, or residential work zones and coordinate corrective actions with supervisors
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, DOT 49 CFR 192 requirements, company procedures, and client safety expectations
• Assist with incident, near-miss, and leak response documentation and follow-up
• Reinforce a safety-first culture through direct field engagement with distribution crews, foremen, and subcontractors

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Hands-on experience working in natural gas distribution construction or maintenance environments
• Craft background such as gas distribution foreman, pipelayer, service technician, gas utility crew member, or similar field role
• Strong understanding of live gas work practices including service tie-ins, hot taps, purging, pressure testing, and meter/regulator installations
• Familiarity with trench safety, excavation standards, underground utility coordination, and work within public right-of-way environments
• Familiarity with DOT 49 CFR 192 requirements and OSHA construction safety standards
• Strong communication skills and ability to build trust with field crews and supervisors
• Willingness to travel to job sites within the service territory as required
• OSHA 10 or 30, First Aid/CPR, and gas operator qualification (OQ) experience preferred
• Prior safety coordination experience preferred but not required

Qualifications

• OSHA 10 or 30, First Aid/CPR, and gas operator qualification (OQ) experience preferred
• Prior safety coordination experience preferred but not required

Skills

• Communication skills
• Field safety coordination
• Underground utility coordination
• OSHA and DOT safety standards
• Gas distribution construction experience

Benefits

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Comprehensive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, and short and long-term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and may vary depending on project needs.

Company

Equal Opportunity Employer