Inspector C&M

About the Role

Performs inspection work on company pipelines and oversees contractors engaged in the construction and maintenance of a pipeline system.

Responsibilities

• Inspects installation, maintenance, and removal work performed by contractors on transmission and distribution pipelines to ensure compliance with company and governmental standards.
• Assists with operation and maintenance of tools and equipment, including:
  • Pipe and crescent wrenches
  • Pipe cutters and threaders
  • Hammers and screwdrivers
  • Picks, shovels, and rakes
  • Air compressors and generators
  • Plastic fusion equipment
  • Combustible Gas Indicators (flame-ionization unit)
  • Jiggle bar
  • Leak survey equipment
  • Tapping and plugging equipment
• Performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains logs and compiles reports, including:
  • Inspection logs
  • Leak reports
  • Job order completion information
  • Training/testing records
  • Mileage reports
  • Accident/first aid reports
  • Expense reports
• Investigates customer-related orders and emergency situations, such as:
  • Low pressure calls
  • Class 1 leaks
  • Blowing lines
  • Fires/explosions
  • Undetectable lines
• Reviews invoices for accuracy (pricing, quantity installed, materials used, etc.).
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of relevant experience; typically two to four years of relevant experience.
• Experience with tools and equipment applicable to the position, including computer applications.
• Experience with basic arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Experience with construction and maintenance of transmission and distribution pipeline systems.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and industry standards and regulations regarding pipeline construction and safety.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Company Gas Operations Standards Manual (GOSM) procedures
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Welding/plastic fusion policies and procedures
  • One Call System policies and procedures
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of function and maintenance of regulators, chart meters, well meters, cathodic protection, leakage survey, and remote methane leak devices.
• Experience reading and interpreting maps, atlas pages, blueprints, budget information, and job orders.
• Knowledge and experience with basic computer operation and relevant software.
• Demonstrated ability to read and write fluently in English.

Qualifications

• Applicable driver’s license (CDL preferred).

Additional Requirements

• Lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds 10-15 times a day; up to 40 pounds 7-10 times a day; up to 50 pounds 10-12 times a day.
• Climb into and out of excavations and onto and off equipment.
• Travel over uneven terrain, including mud, gravel, sand, rocks, ice, and snow.
• React immediately to emergency situations to prevent injury to self and others.
• Detect odorant in natural gas and react to warning signals at work sites.
• Able to operate tools and equipment required.
• Perform maintenance on company leak truck and related leakage survey equipment.
• Communicate and exchange information verbally, including use of company two-way radios or cellular telephones.
• Peripheral vision and accurate depth perception.
• Visual abilities sufficient to perform job duties.