Tapping & Stopping Operator

Duke Energy Corporation•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. This position is responsible for all duties associated with and related to the safe, efficient and cost-effective tapping and stopping of natural gas pipelines and crane operations. Responsible for performing all duties such as those described below and all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
Computer skills working in a Windows environment
Demonstrated effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills and safety awareness
Must have sufficient mechanical ability and experience to understand the basic principles used in hoisting equipment.
Must show good judgement in operating cranes in a safe manner when operating close to overhead wires and obstructions
Must work outdoors in adverse weather conditions
Lifting up to 75 lbs
Must be able to obtain and maintain the required licenses including a Class A CDL and all required crane certifications.
Frequent walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, stooping, crawling, standing, digging, climbing
Works on uneven terrain, many times with heavy vegetation
Manual dexterity (hand/eye coordination)
Keen eyesight
Good hearing
Good sense of smell
Comes in frequent contact with insects and animals
Ability to use breathing apparatus when performing tapping/stopping operations, as required
Weekend and evening work as required.
Subject to overtime and must be available for call-out and emergency response.
Some rotating shifts.
Travel Requirements 5-15%

Nice To Haves

Must possess and maintain or obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL Class A) within 1 year of hire
Must possess and maintain or obtain forklift certification within 6 months of hire
Previous hot tapping experience
Previous crane experience or certification or the ability to obtain the applicable crane certifications for the position
Knowledge and experience using Maximo

Responsibilities

Tapping and stopping of all gas lines utilizing Mueller and TDW style equipment and fittings.
Operates a mobile crane and other heavy equipment, including articulating boom cranes and fixed cab cranes.
Pre-inspecting proposed work locations and/or installations
Performing work assignments in a manner which properly safeguards the public, employees and property of others and Company.
Manage multiple work assignments across various Operations Centers and various organizations within NGBU.
Assigning work, inspecting, instructing, and directing employees in this and lower job classifications in safety and on standard work practices and procedures.
Conducting the work and directing the operation of crane and/or tapping equipment in such a manner that employees and the public are properly safeguarded at all times.
Support the Fabrication team as needed. i.e. Material receiving and delivery, material traceability verification, hydro testing, etc.
This position is required to perform other similar or less skilled job-related duties, as assigned.
Must show good judgment in operating cranes in a safe manner when operating close to overhead wires and obstructions.
Must acquire a good working knowledge of hazardous conditions while operating cranes to protect personnel on the job site from injury.