Natural Gas Pipeline Specialist

Natural Gas Pipeline Specialist

Centered around McDonough, GA, this position will support electric generation sites mostly near:
Newnan, GA, Carrollton, GA.

The purpose of the Natural Gas Specialist is to inspect, support, and maintain gas facilities into and at power generation plants. The primary responsibilities are the installation, maintenance, and ongoing support of the electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic controls equipment serving as pressure control for the electric generating site. Additional responsibilities include gas leak surveys, atmospheric corrosion monitoring, valve maintenance, contractor oversight, odorant monitoring, and support of electronic measurement and control equipment.

Respond to emergency call outs for equipment malfunction or failure. Responsible for the operation and maintenance program of the Company’s pipeline system serving power generation plants, including valve maintenance, right-of-way patrols, leak surveys, cathodic protection monitoring, contractor oversight, and over pressure protection inspection. First responder to emergency call outs for pipeline leak or failure reports.

• Inspection, maintenance, and tuning of pneumatic & electric pressure control systems
• Rebuilding of internal parts in pressure control equipment, i.e. globe valves, ball valves, and unloading valves
• Complete work reports in GIS based work management system
• Proactively monitor solutions to reduce the occurrences of natural gas outages and minimize the length of outages
• Perform “odorant concentration tests” to ensure odorant density within pipeline systems
• Navigate pipeline right-of-ways to perform leak surveys and pipeline patrols
• Change elements in coalescing filters during plant outages
• Communication with power plant customers to schedule materials and maintenance
• Performs cathodic protection readings occasionally
• Most work performed alongside other technicians, but occasional lone work is required
• No reporting to daily office, work will be performed at either a pipeline or power plant location
• Will be subject to PHMSA Part 199 drug and alcohol program
• Will be subject to FMCSA drug and alcohol program

• High school diploma or GED
• Pneumatic pressure control experience preferred
• Natural gas facilities maintenance experience required

• Strong written and oral communications and interpersonal skills are essential
• Ability to utilize computer programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint along with a basic knowledge of GIS-based management systems (e.g. FlowGIS)
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of pressure control technologies and industry best practices
• Working knowledge CFR 192 requirements for pipeline compliance
• Understanding in measurement system, operating software, and administration
• Understanding of communications / systems networking
• Understanding of cathodic protection systems

• This position will require travel – approximately 75-90%
• This will include both day-trip and overnight travel and will be primarily within the southeastern US

• Demonstrate Southern Company Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance
• Safety focus and a strong personal safety record, embraces and leads others to Safety Excellence
• Effective critical thinking skills utilized in problem solving and decision making
• Demonstrated ability to work and relate with all levels of employees
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize assignments, and meet established deadlines
• Self-starter; high degree of initiative, cooperative attitude, and willing to take “ownership” of a process or project

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits packages which includes:
  • Medical and dental coverage
  • Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
  • Performance-sharing plan
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 19951

Job Category:
Gas Pipeline Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule:

Full time

Company:
Southern Company Services