Pipeline Field Specialist

Hope Gas; Weston (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope Gas is seeking a Pipeline Field Specialist in West Virginia to install, maintain, and operate a natural gas pipeline system, wells, and facilities. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and coordinated work with field crews to ensure efficient and reliable service.

Responsibilities include inspections, reporting, and adherence to safety protocols while engaging with customers and supporting field operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of natural gas industry experience preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid class D driver’s license with medical card.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, inspect, connect, disassemble, maintain, repair, and replace natural gas pipelines, wells, and related equipment.
• Prepare and maintain reports and records.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE per OSHA and company standards.
• Promote good customer and public relations.
• Maintain records showing compliance with procedures and regulations.
• Work in coordination with crews, supervisors, and contractors.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in safety drills as needed.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions or hazards.

Skills

Safety mindset

Equipment operation

Field data reporting

Team collaboration

Hazard recognition

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Field technology

Job description

Pipeline Field Specialist

At Hope Utilities, you can build more than a career – you can make a difference. Our employees deliver essential services that improve the quality of life for the communities we serve, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace where every team member can thrive.

We foster a safe, inclusive, and high-performing culture that supports your growth, well-being, and success both at work and at home. We encourage fresh thinking, embrace new ideas, and empower employees to challenge conventional approaches. When you join Hope, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, celebrates achievements, and invests in helping you reach your full potential.

Job Details

Position Summary

The PIPELINE FIELD SPECIALIST is responsible for performing duties related to the installation, maintenance and operation of a natural gas pipeline system (steel or plastic – low pressure to high pressure), wells and facilities in a safe, efficient, and economical manner while conforming to all Company, local, state and federal guidelines.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The duties and assignments, either individually or with other employees, including but not limited to the installation, operation, inspection, connection, disconnection, maintenance, repair, and replacement of natural gas pipelines, wells, gas measurement equipment, change meter charts, meters, regulators, and associated equipment and facilities.
• Prepare and maintain reports and records as required.
• May be responsible for tasks such as trimming weeds, applying weed control treatments, and other related maintenance activities.
• Promote good customer and public relations.
• Maintain records documenting compliance with appropriate procedures and regulations.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained in safe, functional, and compliant working condition.
• May perform other duties as required in higher or lower job classifications as appropriate based upon operator qualifications (OQs).
• Follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), complying with all OSHA, DOT, and company-specific safety regulations.
• Participate in safety meetings, training, and emergency response drills as appropriate.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions or potential hazards.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Serve as an Individual Contributor without supervisory responsibilities.
• Support and contribute towards team goals and objectives.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Commitment to maintaining a respectful and safety-focused work environment.
• Capable of performing job duties in compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with crews, supervisors, and contractors.
• Competence in using computers, mobile devices, and/or field technology for work orders and reporting.
• Ability to recognize and respond to hazardous conditions and emergency situations, making safe, effective decisions under pressure.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for reporting hazards, incidents, and job progress.

Education & Work Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• At least two (2) years of experience in the natural gas industry, preferred.
• Successful completion of required testing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid class D driver’s license with medical card.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 53 pounds independently and to team lift heavier loads safely following established safety procedures.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel, and/or crouch for extended periods of time, at times in confined spaces and/or awkward positions.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, etc. and appropriately maintain balance.
• Ability to navigate uneven, rough, or sloped terrain in all types of outdoor environments and conditions. (e.g., construction sites, fields, roadside, etc. with exposure to dust/dirt, insects, heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.).
• Visual acuity to read site plans, maps, drawings, etc.
• Adequate hearing to respond to traffic and other job site hazards.
• Ability to operate a company vehicle safely in accordance with safe driving principles and frequently get in and out of a vehicle throughout the workday.
• Ability to properly utilize all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, hearing protection, protective clothing, etc. and perform duties for extended periods of time utilizing appropriate PPE.

Work Context

• This is a full-time non-exempt hourly position.
• Successful candidates will be expected to respond to emergencies, working Extended Day and Callout Overtime as needed, including after hours, weekends, and holidays.
• This position will be required to report to the assigned City Plant

Safety Sensitive

This is considered a safety-sensitive job and as such is subject to random drug testing as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.).

We are people of deep and strong faith, who know right is right and wrong is wrong…and who care deeply about those we call family – including those we work alongside.

We are taught by our parents and grandparents to value and cherish the land we farm, the woods we hunt, the waters where we fish, and the fresh mountain air we breathe…and to ensure those treasures are left behind us for our children and their children – better than we found them.

Every day we wake up to the simple question: how can we bring more HOPE to the families and businesses we serve and create a better future for the generations that follow us?

At Hope Gas, our values – Faith, Family, and Integrity – are more than words. They are the foundation that guides how we serve our customers, support one another, and show up every day across West Virginia.

Hope Gas is a Local Distribution Company (LDC) that proudly provides gas service to approximately 140,000 residential, industrial, and commercial customers in 39 West Virginia counties. We monitor and maintain more than 7000 miles of pipelines that safely deliver West Virginia natural gas to many homes and commercial and industrial sites. We currently employ more than 600 employees working right here in our beautiful Mountain State with the sole purpose of staying true to our company’s mission and vision in West Virginia.

Learn more at HopeGas.com