In this role the Welder Operations Technician will safely perform general gas distribution system maintenance, operation, and all facets of construction including welding installation of steel and polyethylene mains, fabrication of metering facilities.
Pay Range: Determined by the knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant.
Level II: $30.79 - $46.08 per hour
Senior Level: $33.87 - $50.91 per hour
Reporting Relationship: Operations Supervisor
Location: Lajunta, Colorado
Essential Functions:
Coordinates the location of other utilities underground facilities relative to construction activities.
Install facilities according to specifications such as trench depth/width, proper auguring, plowing and shoring.
Inspect and supervise construction activities of gas contract construction crews.
Maintain pipeline welding certifications and perform plastic fusion of mains and services and proper installation of mechanical fittings.
Responsible for performing and inspecting pipeline and structural welding required for construction and maintenance of company facilities including the installation, operation and maintenance of all gas pipeline related facilities.
Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.)
Responsible for locating, coating, mapping, hot tapping, stopping, installing, relocating, replacing, maintaining, and repairing gas lines. Inspect pipeline and structural welding required for construction and maintenance of company facilities including the installation, operation and maintenance of distribution and transmission facilities.
Provide oversight and inspection to ensure asset protection and compliance with company procedures of excavation activities near pipeline facilities.
Responsible for inspection duties per company policies including completion of required documentation, as-built drawings, contractor oversight and supervision, act as company representative during construction activities, report progress to Operations Management and ensure accurate reporting and compliance with Safety and Environmental policies.
Additional Responsibilities:
Perform general customer service activity including, but not limited to, turn-ons and turn-offs, replace meters, collect unpaid bills, investigate calls regarding gas leaks and carbon monoxide presence, etc.
Scheduled on-call rotation.
Perform and train others in the safe and efficient operation of gas distribution systems.
What You'll Need:
Level II:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of (1) one year of welder operations or other relevant experience required.
AP 1104 steel welding certification within 6 months of hire.
PE fusion certificate within 6 months of hire.
Senior Level:
High School or equivalent required.
Minimum of (3) three years of welder operations or other relevant experience required.
AP 1104 steel welding certification within 6 months of hire.
PE fusion certificate within 6 months of hire.
Black Hills Corporation
625 Ninth St
Rapid City
South Dakota United States
ir.blackhillscorp.com/
