Title: Field Service Engineer
Location: Shelbyville, KY
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: Based on experience
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with 10% company contribution, 19 days PTO, Bonus Eligibility
Position Overview
The Operations Specialist will have field-based responsibilities, including site visits, surveys, inspections, and maintenance activities. The position requires travel and the ability to safely navigate and work in a variety of field and job site conditions.
Responsibilities
- Conduct cathodic protection (CP) surveys and perform remedial actions as needed.
- Perform leakage surveys and leak investigations using standard industry equipment.
- Conduct odorization testing and prepare required reports.
- Perform pipeline patrols.
- Inspect natural gas mains and services.
- Conduct emergency valve inspections and maintenance.
- Install, test, and maintain regulators and relief valves.
- Maintain required Operator Qualification (OQ) certifications.
- Review, update, and implement plans and operating manuals.
- Maintain compliance records and required documentation.
- Communicate and coordinate regularly with clients.
- Review and comply with applicable state and federal pipeline safety regulations.
- Serve as a technical resource and provide support to field technicians.
- Perform field activities safely and efficiently in varying weather and site conditions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the natural gas industry.
- Experience using GPS and/or GIS systems and software.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-motivation.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision or assistance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability and willingness to perform hands-on field work in all types of weather conditions.
- Ability to successfully complete initial and ongoing federally required Operator Qualification evaluations.
- Ability to effectively operate various equipment required for field operations.
- Willingness to travel, including overnight stays.
- Ability to maintain positive and professional working relationships with coworkers, management, clients, and the public.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment through adherence to established safety procedures and timely reporting of potential hazards.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record.
- Ability to successfully complete required background, driving, employment history, and drug/alcohol screenings.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.