Pipeline Safety/Regulation Specialist

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • $64,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job family are involved in the enforcement of Oklahoma Underground Damage Prevention Act on excavators and operators, inspection and regulation of natural gas and hazardous liquid transportation pipelines and operators. This includes the enforcement of state, federal and Commission pipeline regulations through inspections, investigations, complaint response, and training of operators and contractors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Petroleum, or Civil Engineering
• Two (2) years of professional experience in the regulation, operation, and/or maintenance of natural gas distribution systems, natural gas transmission systems, and/or hazardous liquid pipeline systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of basic engineering principles related to natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines.
• Knowledge of the construction, operation and maintenance of natural gas distribution systems, natural gas transmission systems and hazardous liquid pipeline systems.
• Knowledge of basic research and analysis methods.
• Knowledge of basic investigatory techniques.
• Knowledge of report writing and recordkeeping.
• Ability to conduct inspections and investigations of natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline operations and accidents.
• Ability to use electronic test equipment and personal computers.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Interprets state and federal laws and commission rules for agency and industry personnel and the general public.
• Performs investigations and responds to complaints related to the release of natural gas or hazardous liquids from pipeline facilities; determines causes and recommends appropriate steps and procedures to lessen continued threats to public safety.
• Responds to and investigates threats to public safety resulting from non-compliance with state and federal laws and agency policy.
• Conducts field inspections of excavation damages, pipeline facilities, transportation systems, and construction sites to evaluate safety and performance, using appropriate testing equipment; prepares reports of violations, deficiencies and recommendations concerning legal actions; provides assistance and training to operators as needed and follows up on inspections or actions as required.
• Identifies and reports operational deficiencies and coordinates with operators and excavators to correct, ensuring compliance with guidelines and instructions.
• Provides training and technical assistance to pipeline operators, excavators, employees, and the public on pipeline dangers, safety procedures and the proper use of emergency response equipment.
• Prepares and/or reviews operational reports, daily work records, test results, construction reports, operations manuals and other required documentation.
• Prepares exhibits and testifies as an expert witness in Commission hearings.

Benefits

• 15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service.
• 18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service.
• 20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service.
• 25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.
• Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year.
• A comprehensive health insurance package – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and flexible medical spending account.
• A generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Retirement plans: Defined Contribution Plan or Deferred Compensation Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level