Construction Technician

Bwpipelines; Slaughters (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the natural gas sector is seeking a Construction Technician in Slaughters, KY. The role involves inspecting pipeline facilities, ensuring compliance, and leading safety-sensitive tasks. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the natural gas industry and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Natural Gas and Liquids Transportation.
• Knowledge of internal inspection tools.
• Ability to travel up to 90% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety-sensitive inspections on pipeline facilities.
• Assist in project management and compliance.
• Act as Chief Inspector on various projects.

Skills

Natural gas industry experience

Inspection tools knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to read valve maps

Analytical skills

Safety commitment

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquidsindustry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com .

We are currently looking for a Construction Technician to work in our Slaughters, KY location.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Construction Technician will work closely with E & C department personnel, various PMs, CMs, field operations personnel, compliance groups and 3rd party personnel. This position shall provide leadership and perform safety sensitive inspection tasks related to working on and around in-service pipeline / station facilities, facility tie-in process, complete all required documentation for assigned tasks, receive material, ensure materials are on site and correctly installed. Assist Construction/Project Manager with developing comprehensive Job Plan.

This position will perform inspection duties, including serving as Chief Inspector on various types of projects while assisting in selection, onboarding, and training of 3rd party personnel.

This position will be responsible for providing leadership on assigned maintenance pigging and In-Line Inspection (ILI) projects, including acting as Boardwalk’s on-site field representative in coordinating with Field Operations, Gas Control, ILI Vendors, and all support contractors to assure safe and successful pig runs.

The construction technician will work closely with Project Managers, Field Operations and other Company departments in planning and executing safe, successful, compliant ILI runs meeting all company, regulatory, and professional requirements while achieving targets for safety, budget, schedule, and completion documentation. This position will assure compliance is met or exceeded for all applicable company, local, state and federal policies and procedures while ensuring timely preparation and distribution of all required project documentation.

The successful candidate will reside within BWP system and will travel as required across the entire Boardwalk system. The Construction Technician is often expected to work with minimum supervision and may be required to work extended hours as necessary to complete assigned tasks.

The job requires long days, possibly 6-7 days per week and the person must be able to lift 50 lbs as well as walk long distances in all weather conditions.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Has at least 5 years’ experience in Natural Gas and Liquids Transportation
• Knowledge of running and controlling internal inspection tools
• Able to read valve maps, flow charts, and P&ID diagrams
• Able to travel up to 90% of the time
• Strong work ethic
• Natural gas industry and pipeline facility construction experience
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to read, interpret and implement BWP construction specs, contract documents, drawings, alignment sheets, valve maps, landowner line lists, BWP O & M manuals, etc.
• Analytical approach to technical problems
• Sound critical and economic thinking skills
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with all internal and external stake holders
• Strong commitment to personal and team safety

PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS in related field
• Welding background
• Familiar with DOT192,195, FERC, OSHA and API 1104 regulations
• Experience in cost estimating and scheduling projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel and Word
• Be able to read construction drawings, alignment sheets and valve ID maps
• Can plan and execute an ILI project including complete all paperwork

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• B.S. in related Field

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hire.

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.