Pipeline Technician

UGI Corporation; Muncy (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

9 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) matched

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UGI Energy Services, LLC is seeking a Pipeline Technician I to maintain and operate UGIES pipelines, troubleshoot and repair pipeline equipment, and assist with routine maintenance. You will ensure safety procedures, coordinate with contractors, and support rights-of-way activities.

The role requires 1–3 years in the industry, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license. On-call duties and SAP documentation are part of the job, with opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of industry experience with regulated commodities preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of UGIES Pipeline operations including flow direction, valve and M&R locations, and associated facilities.
• Inspect, maintain, and operate facilities including pipelines and pipeline equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements affecting pipeline operations.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize responsibilities; coordinate with employees and contractors.
• Serve as a point of contact for landowners along existing pipelines.
• Perform routine activities and adhere to safety procedures and LOTO policies.
• Assist with M&R station maintenance and compliance tasks as required.
• Provide on-call support on a rotating basis and complete work orders in SAP.

Skills

Regulated commodities experience

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Self-directed work habits

MS Office proficiency

Team-oriented

English communication

Second language a plus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

A subsidiary of UGI Corporation, UGI Energy Services supplies and markets natural gas, liquid fuels, renewable natural gas, and electricity to 42,000 customer locations across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern US. We are a supplier, marketer, and midstream services provider - one backed by 135 years of natural gas experience, plus our own expanding energy infrastructure. Along with buying and selling energy commodities at the wholesale level, UGIES owns and operates key midstream natural gas assets.

We offer comprehensive benefits, some of which are:

Paid Vacation time starts with 3 weeks off

9 Paid Holidays

Medical plan, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) matched savings plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job Summary

The Pipeline Technician I is responsible for the maintenance and operations of UGIES pipelines. Troubleshoots, tests, maintains, and repairs pipeline equipment such as valves, operators, and piping. Performs periodic inspections of Right of Ways, valves, and assists with routine maintenance such as dewatering of UGIES Pipelines. Responsible for completing preventative maintenance and compliance related paperwork.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of UGIES Pipeline operations including flow direction, valve and M&R locations, and associated facilities.
• Inspect, maintain, and operate facilities including pipelines and pipeline equipment in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner.
• Maintain a working knowledge of regulatory requirements
• Plan, organize, and prioritize assigned responsibilities and coordinate with employees and contractors
• Serve as a point of contact for landowners along existing pipelines.
• Perform routine and straight forward activities.
• Understand the importance of safety processes and procedures.
• Basic understanding of pressures.
• Basic Pipeline Knowledge.
• Ability to follow GOM procedures.
• Understand LOTO.
• Coordinate and complete all right of way maintenance including reseeding, mowing, fixing erosion, and other environmental issues.
• Conduct damage prevention activities including pipeline patrols, PA One calls, locating and marking pipelines, inspecting line crossings, excavations, and other activities affecting the pipeline
• Coordinate and communicate with outside parties including landowners, public agencies, contractors, utilities, and other pipeline operators
• Assist with pipeline maintenance projects.
• Assist with M&R station maintenance and compliance tasks when required.
• Assist the Cathodic Protection group when required
• Complete tasks with close supervision.
• Assist the construction group during new construction when required.
• Provide on-call support for area of responsibility on a rotating basis
• Maintain required Operator Qualifications to perform duties.
• Comply with UGIES safety policies and procedures
• Assist any other departments as required
• Ability to complete work orders in SAP.
• Perform other job-related duties as required
• Ability to work in a team.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience working with regulated commodities, specifically propane and natural gas
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to learn and perform operation and maintenance tasks associated with various types of facilities and equipment
• Professional, reliable, self-directing work habits
• Proficiency with computers including MS Office applications such as Excel and Outlook as well as other computer-based work training, time reporting, expense reporting, and on-line work applications and documentation
• Ability to travel to all pipelines
• Ability to adapt to changes such as types of equipment used, software platforms, and company procedures.
• Ability to become a key member of a team by possessing strong communication skills, highly adaptable, responsible and respectful.
• Ability to read and understand verbal/written instructions and signage in English
• Ability to communicate with others in English
• Ability to speak a second language, a plus

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
• 1-3 years of industry-related experience
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a group environment
• Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to work independently and exercise good judgement
• Valid driver’s license with demonstrated safe driving record

UGI Energy Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.