Natural Gas Pipeline Specialist
Job in
Newnan, Coweta County, Georgia, 30271, USA
Listed on 2026-07-09
Listing for:
Southern Company
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-09
Job specializations:
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Energy/Power Generation
Field/Service Technician, Electrical Engineering, Energy Management/ Efficiency -
Engineering
Field/Service Technician, Electrical Engineering, Energy Management/ Efficiency
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* _Centered around McDonough, GA, this position will support electric generation sites mostly near:_
_Newnan, GA_
_Carrollton, GA_
** JOB SUMMARY*
* 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 are gas leak surveys, atmospheric corrosion monitoring, valve maintenance, contractor oversight, odorant monitoring, and support of electronic measurement and measurement 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. Responsibilities include valve maintenance, right-of-way patrols, leak surveys, cathodic protection monitoring, contractor oversight, and over pressure protection inspection. First Responder to emergency call outs to the pipeline for leak calls or failure reports.
** JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*
* + 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
** JOB QUALIFICATIONS*
* ** _Education & Experience_*
* + High school diploma or GED
+ Pneumatic pressure control experience preferred
+ Natural gas facilities maintenance experience required
** _Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities_*
* + 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 requirments for pipeline compliance
+ Understanding in measurement system, operating software, and administration
+ Understanding of communications / systems networking
+ Understanding of cathodic protection systems
** TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS*
* + 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
** BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES*
* + 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
** BENEFITS*
* + 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
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* ** Please submit an updated resume with your application
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* ** About Southern Company*
* Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services.
Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the…
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