Pipeline Technician

UGI Corporation•Muncy Creek Township, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A subsidiary of UGI Corporation, UGI Energy Services supplies and markets natural gas, liquid fuels, renewable natural gas, and electricity to 42,000 customer locations across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern US. We are a supplier, marketer, and midstream services provider - one backed by 135 years of natural gas experience, plus our own expanding energy infrastructure. Along with buying and selling energy commodities at the wholesale level, UGIES owns and operates key midstream natural gas assets.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
1-3 years of industry-related experience
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a group environment
Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to work independently and exercise good judgement
Valid driver’s license with demonstrated safe driving record
Experience working with regulated commodities, specifically propane and natural gas
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to learn and perform operation and maintenance tasks associated with various types of facilities and equipment
Professional, reliable, self-directing work habits
Proficiency with computers including MS Office applications such as Excel and Outlook as well as other computer-based work training, time reporting, expense reporting, and on-line work applications and documentation
Ability to travel to all pipelines
Ability to adapt to changes such as types of equipment used, software platforms, and company procedures.
Ability to become a key member of a team by possessing strong communication skills, highly adaptable, responsible and respectful.
Ability to read and understand verbal/written instructions and signage in English
Ability to communicate with others in English

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak a second language, a plus

Responsibilities

Develop a comprehensive understanding of UGIES Pipeline operations including flow direction, valve and M&R locations, and associated facilities.
Inspect, maintain, and operate facilities including pipelines and pipeline equipment in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner.
Maintain a working knowledge of regulatory requirements
Plan, organize, and prioritize assigned responsibilities and coordinate with employees and contractors
Serve as a point of contact for landowners along existing pipelines.
Perform routine and straight forward activities.
Understand the importance of safety processes and procedures.
Basic understanding of pressures.
Basic Pipeline Knowledge.
Ability to follow GOM procedures.
Understand LOTO.
Coordinate and complete all right of way maintenance including reseeding, mowing, fixing erosion, and other environmental issues.
Conduct damage prevention activities including pipeline patrols, PA One calls, locating and marking pipelines, inspecting line crossings, excavations, and other activities affecting the pipeline
Coordinate and communicate with outside parties including landowners, public agencies, contractors, utilities, and other pipeline operators
Assist with pipeline maintenance projects.
Assist with M&R station maintenance and compliance tasks when required.
Assist the Cathodic Protection group when required
Complete tasks with close supervision.
Assist the construction group during new construction when required.
Provide on-call support for area of responsibility on a rotating basis
Maintain required Operator Qualifications to perform duties.
Comply with UGIES safety policies and procedures
Assist any other departments as required
Ability to complete work orders in SAP.
Perform other job-related duties as required
Ability to work in a team.