Natural Gas Distribution Inspector Level 1-4

C and L Inspection; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

C and L Inspection is seeking a Natural Gas Distribution Inspector Level 1-4 in Austin, TX. The role requires performing inspections on pipelines, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Candidates should have relevant experience, with varying qualifications depending on the level.

The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong pipeline construction knowledge, possess required certifications, and contribute to maintaining safety standards within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in pipeline inspection or related field.
• Strong understanding of pipeline construction, maintenance, and repair processes.
• 2–4 years of pipeline inspection experience for higher levels.
• API 1169 certification for levels 3 and 4.
• CPWI certification for level 4.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on pipelines to assess structural integrity and safety.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports outlining findings and recommendations.
• Conduct inspections of pipelines focusing on line extensions and rebuild services.
• Monitor work performed by contractors on gas pipeline installations.

Skills

Pipeline inspection

Pipeline construction knowledge

Regulator settings

Leak detection

Tools

Maximo/Moblite

Locus IQ

Pragma CAD

Job description

Overview

C & L Inspection was built on a mission to be the most trusted US Services Company delivering top‑notch performance with uncompromising integrity. Our focus is on safety and compliance in pipeline inspection and related services.

Job Title and Location

Natural Gas Distribution Inspector Level 1-4
Location: Austin, TX

Level 1

Key Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on pipelines to assess structural integrity, safety, and compliance with industry regulations.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports outlining findings, recommendations, and required repairs.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices, including PHMSA part 192, OSHA site safety, Maximo/Moblite, Locus IQ, Pragma CAD, as‑built drawings, and ONE MAP.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in pipeline inspection or a related field.
• Strong understanding of pipeline construction, maintenance, and repair processes.

Level 2

Key Responsibilities

• Experience in distribution construction activities including main line installation, service line installation, tie‑ins, service and mainline retirements, leak repair, regulator settings, and weld mapping.
• Conduct inspections of pipelines with a focus on line extensions and rebuild services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–4 years of pipeline inspection experience, focusing on line extensions and rebuild services.
• Knowledge of pipeline construction, maintenance, and repair processes related to line extensions and rebuild projects.

Level 3

Key Responsibilities

• Experience in distribution construction activities, including main line installation, service line installation, tie‑ins, retirements, leak repair, regulator settings, and weld mapping.
• Spearhead capital rebuild and relocation projects, overseeing planning to execution while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Identify and address leaks swiftly to minimize environmental impact and ensure community safety.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of pipeline inspection experience focused on capital rebuilds, relocations, and leak detection.
• API 1169 certification.

Level 4

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor work performed by contractors on gas pipeline and service installations, replacements, and relocations within the company’s service area.
• Ensure work aligns with company standards and 49 CFR 192.
• Oversee transmission projects, ensuring pipeline integrity, safety, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of hands‑on pipeline inspection experience, focused on transmission projects.
• CPWI certification.
• API 1169 certification.