Distribution Inspector

Job ID: 6082

Functional Area: Field Operations

Position Type: Full-Time Regular

Relocation Provided: No

Location: Austin, TX

Department: PIPELINE/FIELD SUPPORT

Internal / External: Internal and External

Experience Required: 1 - 3 Years

Position Description:

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What You Will Do

Perform inspection work on company pipelines; oversee contractors engaged in the construction and maintenance of a pipeline system.

Inspect installation, maintenance, and removal work performed by or contractors on transmission and distribution pipelines to ensure compliance and identify noncompliance with company and governmental standards.

Help with operation and maintenance of tools and equipment in performance of tasks including:

Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.

Maintain logs; compile and prepare reports including:

Review invoices for accuracy (pricing, quantity installed, materials used, etc.).

Regular and reliable attendance is required in performance of job.

Employee may perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

What You Will Need

Experience in use, function, and maintenance of tools and equipment applicable to position including accessing and utilizing computer applications.

Experience with application of 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 relative to:

Knowledge of function and/or maintenance of regulators, chart meters, well meters, cathodic protection, and leakage survey and remote methane leak device.

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.

Minimum Applicable driver's license

CDL preferred.

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 of equipment.

Travel over uneven terrain including:

React immediately to emergency situations to prevent injury to self and others.

Smell odorant in natural gas.

Detect and react to warning signals at work sites.

Able to operate tools and equipment required.

Perform maintenance on the company leak truck and all related leakage survey equipment. (as specified by position)

Communicate and exchange information or instructions verbally, including use of company two way radios or cellular telephones.

Peripheral vision and accurate depth perception.

Visual abilities to perform job responsibilities.

Diversity at ONE Gas

Inclusion & Diversity is so important to us that we made it one of our core values, values that guide and direct our actions as we go about our daily business. We know that every employee makes a difference and contributes to our success through their unique talents and abilities. We also acknowledge that we can accomplish great things by listening and learning from each other.

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Position Requirements:

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of One Gas. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

ONE Gas, Inc., and its divisions will provide equal employment opportunity for qualified persons without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military status or genetic information.