ENSTAR Natural Gas Company is involved in the transmission and distribution of natural gas in Southcentral Alaska.

JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Transmission Operations Manager, assists with operation and maintenance of the Natural Gas Transmission Pipeline, Natural Gas Compressors, and related facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with operating and maintaining pipeline facilities and gas compressors.
• Install, operate, maintain, repair, overhaul, and test a wide variety of industrial equipment used in the natural gas transmission industry.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions; maintain a functional knowledge of the operation of the rotating and stationary equipment. Maintain documentation of changes.
• Assist with the operation and maintenance of Solar centrifugal gas compressors driven by Solar Saturn natural gas turbine engines.
• Make periodic preventative maintenance inspections of compressor station and gas odorizing equipment; diagnose existing or potential trouble; clean, lubricate, and adjust as conditions indicate.
• Perform pipeline valve maintenance.
• Perform atmospheric corrosion and exposed metal inspections.
• Patrol pipeline Right-of-Way and file patrol reports.
• Maintain pipeline markers.
• Keep records; make verbal and written reports of work performed.
• Perform related duties and has other related responsibilities as required.
• Assist temporary helpers and contractor work crews performing mechanical and/or excavation work.
• Operate heavy equipment, such as dozers, excavators, fork-lifts and backhoes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of experience performing skilled work in both pipeline and rotating equipment installation, operation, maintenance, and repairs.
• Experience operating and/or maintaining centrifugal gas compressors with turbine engine drivers preferred.
• Experience in pipeline construction and inspection preferred.
• Must possess a valid Alaska Driver's License and be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the ENSTAR's Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass a drug, background, past employment, and driving record screening.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of DOT gas transmission pipelines, centrifugal gas compressors, and gas turbines.
• Ability to safely use of a wide variety of hand and power tools, heavy equipment operation (such as forklifts, manlifts, loaders, etc) as related to field and shop work; and safe work practices.
• General knowledge of DOT (PHMSA) regulations with respect to Natural Gas Transmission.
• Skill in: Inspecting, testing, repairing, and installing industrial equipment according to established procedures and standards. Working from and interpreting schematics and mechanical drawings. Use of hand and power tools and equipment to install, maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment. Making estimates of labor and materials. Diagnosing and making changes to equipment. Maintaining an inventory of spare parts. Working with manufacturers to ensure equipment is properly operated and maintained. Coaching, training, and directing less experienced Helpers and others on the specific procedures of the work.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to keep accurate, complete records and prepare reports.
• Ability to effectively multi-task.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere through effective interactions and communications with co-workers, customers, and management.
• Must maintain a safe environment for co-workers, customers, and the public through adherence to established safety standards and timely reporting of potential hazards.
• Must adhere to ENSTAR's policies and procedures related to the code of business ethics, compliance, responsible use of Company assets, and all applicable state and federal laws.

Physical Effort: Sitting, standing, walking, bending over, crawling, climbing, reaching overhead, talking, repetitive use of hands/arms, repetitive use of legs, lifting/ carrying up to 50 and eye/hand coordination.

Visual Acuity: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

Mental Effort: Thinking analytically, communication (use of effective verbal and written communication), handling stress and emotions, concentrating on tasks, discriminating colors, remember details, making decisions, adjusting to changes, and examining/observing details.

Environmental Factors: Inside, outside (including hot, cold, and humid temperatures), sharp objects/ tools, chemical, and heavy machinery hazards, unprotected spaces, fumes, gases, odors, and dust, noise, working with others, and working alone.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements. Others duties may be assigned.