Operations Specialist- Damage Prevention

Operations Specialist
- Damage Prevention (Finance)

Implement the Company Damage Prevention Program including performing and coordinating work group activities such as patrolling, locating, construction inspection, and excavation inspection of Company gas/liquids pipelines, appurtenances, compressor stations and other related facilities. Responsible for performing and documenting the operations and maintenance activities performed on company assets necessary to maintain reliability and compliance.

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience / Specific Knowledge: Intermediate proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Certifications / Licenses: Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record; maintain all job‑related qualifications; obtain additional certifications as required
• Competencies, Skills & Abilities: Good record of safe work practices; solid math skills; ability to read project plans and drawings; strong verbal and written communication; teamwork, adherence to schedules, detail orientation; multitasking under deadlines; organization and prioritization.
• Physical demands: lift up to 42 lb, climb ladders, walk 1/4–2 miles over rough terrain, perform manual tasks involving bending, stooping, kneeling, crawl; manual dexterity for hand‑held tools; ability to perform whole‑body motions and work in varied environments.
• Working conditions:
  
  call‑outs after hours, travel may be required, carry personal phone, pass drug screening, background check, fit‑for‑duty examination, traditional Monday‑Friday schedule.

• Knowledge of Company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with safe handling of flammable gases, liquids and high/low‑pressure systems.
• Public speaking experience.
• Certificate as a Competent Person in Trenching and Shoring.
• Line locating experience.
• Knowledge of Wyoming One‑Call Law and CGA Best Practices.
• GIS mapping skills.
• Experience with trenchless excavation techniques.

• Locate and mark facilities per Program and One‑Call procedures prior to and during excavations.
• Perform pipeline patrols, population density surveys, leak detection surveys and inspections.
• Coordinate local Damage Prevention and Public Awareness liaison activities and complete appropriate documentation.
• Provide oversight and inspection to ensure asset protection and compliance with Company procedures for excavation activities near pipeline facilities.
• Represent the Company during contact with landowners, tenants, public officials, emergency officials, and at local meetings.
• Train and oversee company and third‑party personnel as required.
• Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.) and complete necessary documentation.
• Perform mapping, recordkeeping, and data entry duties.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Conduct right‑of‑way inspections for geotechnical concerns affecting Company assets.
• Participate in safety programs, initiatives, and develop O&M procedures, site‑specific procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
• Complete all applicable documentation and recordkeeping; perform all work in compliance with Company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, and pipeline appurtenances.
• Operate, maintain, adjust, and make minor repairs on equipment such as industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc.
• General upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment (pipeline right‑of‑way, gathering/storage areas, excavate/repair/coat/backfill pipelines, building construction, concrete work, paint, weed control, etc.).
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
• Interact professionally with a wide variety of people.
• Communicate clearly in person and by telephone; listen carefully.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and consistently high performance.
• Work non‑traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain high regard for personal safety, safety of company assets and…