Natural Gas Utility Inspector

Magnolia River•Campbellsville, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Magnolia River Services, Inc. is seeking Natural Gas Inspectors to inspect the proper construction of natural gas distribution systems in the Campbellsville, Kentucky area. This is regular full-time, year-round employment. The role involves evaluating construction routes, working with contractors, clients, and customers, inspecting pipe welds and fusions, documenting project activity, and confirming construction and restoration work meets applicable client and local standards. The position requires extensive travel and is performed primarily outdoors in active construction environments with changing weather conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three to five years of experience in the natural gas industry; specific clients may require more experience.
Valid driver's license and ability to operate a car or truck.
Ability to read and understand construction prints.
Ability to sketch construction drawings and/or use software to create construction diagrams and as-built drawings.
Ability to maintain accurate project records and documentation during construction.
Ability to adhere to safety standards and proactively reduce safety risks.
Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Ability to establish credibility and relationships with a broad range of people.
Ability to perform assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision and meet project deadlines.
Ability to perform moderate physical activity, walk across uneven construction-excavation surfaces, and bend frequently.
Ability to work outdoors in changing weather and in a very loud, active construction environment.
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information with coworkers and clients.
Availability for extensive travel.

Nice To Haves

Experience visually inspecting steel pipe welds and polyethylene pipe fusions, reading construction prints, and completing as-built drawings.
Hands-on construction experience.

Responsibilities

Evaluate each job and construction route and become familiar with traffic flow before work begins.
When required by client scope, meet residential customers before construction, address concerns, document existing concrete or paving damage with photographs and notes, and upload documentation to FieldLogIQ.
Meet with contractors to review jobs, discuss concerns, obtain crew lists, and confirm workers are Operator Qualified before work begins.
Document project progress daily in FieldLogIQ and use client-specific systems and forms when required.
Make field recommendations on line placement when unknown conflicts arise, coordinating with the client representative and confirming changes in writing.
When required, verify tie-in points by observing and documenting wall-thickness measurements made by the welder or corrosion specialist.
Apply Best Management Practices, including proper placement of silt fencing and hay socks.
Visually inspect welds and fusions on fittings and joints and verify compliance with manufacturer and client procedures.
Maintain appropriate Operator Qualification skills.
When required, observe pipeline jeeping, document voltage and results, inspect weld coatings and anomaly repairs, and document coating-thickness measurements.
When required, work with the client to determine whether customer services should be installed, and coordinate tie-ins and service rebuilds with the appropriate departments.
Understand meter placement requirements for relocates and move-outs under client construction standards.
When required, work with contractors, customers, and clients to resolve landscaping and restoration issues.
Confirm contractor documentation and invoices accurately reflect completed tasks and installed pipe lengths.
When required, complete project documentation on time, including OQ lists, completion reports, as-built installation and retirement drawings, material lists, anode cards, pressure-test charts, service data, and service field orders.
Understand city and county paving-cut and backfill standards.
Verify paving and concrete repairs performed by contractors.
Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
Follow safety policies and procedures; report incidents, near misses, accidents, and injuries according to event-reporting guidelines.
Lead by example and share knowledge and skills with others.
Assist the Inspection Manager with training incoming inspectors.
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.