Pipeline Technician 1

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence, diversity and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity open for a Pipeline Technician 1 in Little Rock, AR.

 POSITION SUMMARY: 

  Performs many phases of natural gas pipeline and right-of-way (R.O.W.) operations and maintenance, including responsible for inspecting the work of contractors.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Patrols pipelines as required by regulations
• Obtains cathodic protection readings on pipeline as needed
• Monitors pressures at various points along pipeline
• Installs, maintains and keeps records of location of pipeline markers
• Performs records analysis on pipelines to check feasibility of inline inspection tool passage
• Prepares sketches and field notes for minor offsets and relocations to pipeline
• Works with contractors launching, tracking, and receiving cleaning pigs and ILI tools
• Assists Pipeline Integrity engineers making decisions on tool choice and effectiveness
• Uses supplied tool data dig sheets to accurately locate anomalies
• Works with Pipeline Integrity engineers to deliver accurate analysis of pipe condition and compare with supplied tool data for tool accuracy validation
• Assists with performing leak surveys on pipeline if needed
• Inspects contractors while they perform R.O.W. or maintenance work, including the repair of    leaks or offsets to the pipeline
• Operates tractor and mower occasionally to clear R.O.W.
• Apply environmentally responsible chemicals to control vegetation.
• Performs some hand-clearing of vegetation at R.O.W. road crossings
• Performs station maintenance, such as painting or mowing, as required
• Works alongside Measurement Techs to adjust pressures and reroute flow directions to allow pipeline shutdowns for replacement jobs
• Set up and operate flare stack to remove excess gas, and supervise purging to ensure safety 
• Schedule GoVac equipment and personnel and assist in utilizing GoVac with safety and environmental responsibility in the forefront 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent knowledge of English, mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percentages), punctuation, grammar and spelling.
• Requires a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in construction, installation and maintenance of natural gas mains and distribution lines or natural gas pipelines.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Apply knowledge of industry and company safety standards and regulations and hold others accountable for complying.
• Provide a valid state driver's license and present and maintain a good driving record and operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Learn to read maps and to interpret construction drawings accurately.
• Able to demonstrate an aptitude for basic mechanical tasks.
• Able to solve problems with logical solutions.
• Use a Personal Computer, SAP, and Mobile Data.
• Complete paperwork as required.
• Motivate self, accomplish tasks and achieve goals with minimal supervision including self-directed learning.
• Demonstrate leadership skills and abilities.
• Respond well to changing priorities.
• Demonstrate and utilize effective oral and written communications skills.
• Listen effectively and clarify information as needed.
• Able to communicate with co-workers, customers, community leaders and/or contractors and vendors.
• Respond to customers with courtesy and knowledge.
• Able to work well independently or in a team-based environment to accomplish assignments and achieve objectives.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice, and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home. 

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.