Gas Well Specialist

City of Arlington; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington is seeking a Gas Well Inspector within Planning & Development Services to conduct site inspections and issue permits for gas wells and drilling projects. The role ensures compliance with the gas well ordinance, zoning regulations, and city codes throughout the well’s life cycle.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least two years of gas well experience, plus the ability to work in field and office environments and to respond to incidents 24/7.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, Physical or Earth Sciences, or a related discipline plus two years of gas well experience.
• Pre-employment screening includes background, Motor Vehicle and Drug/Alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Inspect gas well sites and access routes for compliance with the gas well ordinance and zoning codes.
• Perform random inspections through drilling, completion, production, and plugging stages.
• Document actions, maintain files, and testify in court when required.
• Coordinate with operators and city departments to ensure proper use of materials and compliance with codes.
• Respond 24/7 to violations or environmental incidents and track inspections in the permit system.
• Prepare documents and participate in City Council and commissions.

Skills

Gas well inspections

Horizontal drilling

Petroleum engineering basics

Regulatory compliance

Safety standards

Field and office work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, or Earth Sciences

Tools

Public speaking

Testing equipment (sound meters)

Job description

DEPARTMENT Planning & Development Services SALARY $61,733.50 - $77,166.85

JOB SUMMARY Under general direction, performs gas well site inspections for the purpose of issuing gas well and drilling production permits, performs other technical gas well inspections to ensure compliance with gas well ordinances, regulations and city zoning codes during the productive life of gas wells.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Inspect gas well sites and access routes for compliance with the gas well ordinance, approved zoning, and submitted application and determine when to issue notices and citations for non-compliance.
• Perform random inspections of gas well pad sites for continued compliance with the gas well ordinance during the drilling, completion, production, and plugging stages of each gas well and determine when to issue notices and citations for non-compliance.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Document actions, maintain files and testify in court.
• Coordinate and function as liaison between operators and other city departments for proper use of construction materials or compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Confer with operator, contractors, and the general public in the field and office; explain and interpret the gas well ordinance requirements and restrictions.
• Respond on a 24 hour basis to complaints concerning violations of the gas well ordinance or to critical incidents involving environmental spills, leaks, or other issues concerning public health and safety.
• Track inspections in the Department’s permit tracking system.
• Review and ensure accuracy of completed gas well and gas compressor applications; coordinate with gas well operators concerning various aspects of the application process.
• Prepare various documents, maps, and research data for City Council members, City staff and participate in City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and monthly neighborhood/informational meetings.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of Horizontal drilling.
• Knowledge of on-site production equipment and petroleum engineering field methods.
• Knowledge of City Gas Well and Zoning Ordinances, rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of accepted petroleum industry safety standards and practices.
• Knowledge of how to use office equipment including computers, word processors and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and Local Laws, Codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of new trends and innovations in the field o gas well operations.
• Ability to work in an office and/or field environment.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to work at heights on tanks and ladders; work on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to potentially be exposed to noise, dust and inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to inspect potentially hazardous situations.
• Ability to work around heavy construction and drilling equipment.
• Ability to operate sound meters, cameras, and other testing equipment during field inspections and operations.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including, but not limited to multi-channel radio, PC, keyboard along with various software, telephone, facsimile, copier, shredder, printer, and calculator.

Qualifying Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, Physical or Earth Sciences, or a related discipline plus two years of increasingly responsible experience in gas well exploration, drilling, and production.

Pre-employment screening includes background, Motor Vehicle and Drug/Alcohol.

City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The people that work for the City of Arlington directly impact our community, citizens, visitors and businesses. Become a leader in your chosen profession by joining the City’s dynamic workforce and make a positive contribution to the American Dream City! The City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will make reasonable accommodations upon request for qualified individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be sent to [e-mail]. If you do not find a job that suits your experience, we welcome you to introduce yourself so Human Resources may be able to guide you to other opportunities.