Associate Pipeline Maintenance Operator

Company: Public Service Company of North Carolina, Incorpor
Location: Gastonia
Posted on: November 16, 2024

Job Description:

Posting End Date:
November 30, 2024

Employee Type:
Regular-Full time

Union/Non:
This is a non-union position

At Enbridge, we deliver safe and reliable natural gas to millions of customers throughout North Carolina, and we do that by fueling our dedicated and skilled workforce. Whether you enjoy the outdoors or prefer the office environment, we value inclusion and diversity in all faucets of our business. It's not just a job, it's a career!

We know that family is important and that's why we offer competitive benefits, a savings plan, and generous time off. When required, we also provide training.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

The Transmission Department's primary function is to facilitate safe and reliable operation of all transmission pipeline systems, transmission stations, distribution stations, and all large customer metering systems.

This position reports to the Company's Operations Center in Gastonia , North Carolina.

Important Note: This role is considered safety sensitive, and as such, you may be required to undergo various background screenings. This may include but is not limited to a driving record abstract, criminal check, a company sponsored medical and drug testing.

What You Will Do:

• Mow and maintain the Company's pipeline right-of-way for transmission lines and cross-country distribution lines to ensure adequate access is preserved.
  
• Inspects road crossings and transmission valves, performs leak surveys, and patrols the cross-country right-of-way to remain in compliance with federal/state laws and regulations.
  
• Responsible for maintaining station appearance and the integrity of the pipe by painting, spraying herbicide and mowing.
  
• Locates underground transmission facilities for parties encroaching upon the rights-of-way.
  
• Completes required documentation.
  
• Repairs and maintains equipment used including truck, backhoe, bush hog, dump truck, trailers, small engines on outdoor equipment (i.e. chain saws and weed trimmers), painting equipment, and air compressor.
  
• Inspects, operates, and maintains block valves as scheduled.
  
• Applicants must be willing and able to work overtime, after-hours, on-call rotations, nights, and weekends as work needs dictate. Additionally, occasional overnight travel to other Company work locations may be required and is anticipated. Travel assignments may range from a day or two up to a few weeks. A complete understanding of the responsibility and dedication the position requires is critical.
  
  
  Who You Are:
  
  Associate Pipeline Maintenance Operator (0 - 2 years' related experience)
  
  • Completed high school or equivalent (i.e. GED).
    
  • Possess a valid driver's license with a safe driving history.
    
  • A valid commercial driver's license is highly preferred. The ability to acquire a commercial driver's license within six (6) months of employment is required.
    
  • Acquire and maintain a NC pesticide license.
    
  • Ability to operate heavy equipment, such as bush hog tractor, dump truck and back hoe.
    
  • At least six months experience operating common hand and power tools including grinder, painting equipment, pipe locators, chain saws, weed trimmers, air compressor, cutting torch and various other hand tools.
    
  • Ability to read maps, drawings, and blueprints.
    
  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
    
  • Effective communication skills for customer and property owner interactions and a willingness to work with others in a diverse team environment.
    
  • Ability to understand and follow safety and environmental policies, procedures, and protocols.
    
  • Ability to adhere to safe working and driving procedures.
    
  • Willing and able to meet a 45-minute emergency response time from the geographical center (Davidson, NC) of the Central Operations area.
    
    
    Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
    
    • Knowledge of Construction Operating and Maintenance Procedures and Department of Transportation Codes
      
    • CDL Class A license
      
    • Current NC pesticide license
      
    • Experience driving with trailers
      
    • Bilingual (Spanish) candidates
      
      
      Working Conditions:
      
      • Work is performed outside in varying weather conditions.
        
      • Position may encounter agitated/upset customers and property owners.
        
        
        Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:
        
        Balancing, bending and stooping, climbing, crawling, carrying (up to 80 pounds), grasping, kneeling, lifting (up to 80 pounds), pulling hand over hand, pushing, reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, walking, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement.
        
        Mental Requirements (Both field & office) include but are not limited to:
        
        Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.
        
        Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
        
        At this time, Enbridge cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.
        
        This position does not offer relocation assistance.
        
        These and other duties as assigned constitute essential functions of the job.
        
        Diversity and inclusion are important to us. Enbridge is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer .We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous/Native American status, or disability. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@enbridge.com .
        
        Information For Applicants:
        
        • Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
        • We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
        • Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.
          
          To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com

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