Pipeline Technician

UGI Energy Services; Muncy (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 3 weeks

9 Holidays

Medical plan

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental and volunteer time

Job summary

UGI Energy Services, LLC seeks a Pipeline Technician I to maintain and operate UGIES pipelines in a safe, reliable manner. You will troubleshoot and repair valve systems, dewater pipelines, and handle routine maintenance with required compliance paperwork.

Responsibilities include inspecting facilities, coordinating with landowners, and performing PA One calls, with on-call support and a focus on safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of industry-related experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain pipelines and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect, operate, and support pipeline facilities and right-of-way tasks.
• Coordinate with landowners, agencies, and contractors.
• Complete work orders in SAP and required paperwork.
• Participate in on-call rotations and safety procedures.

Skills

Propane & natural gas

Mechanical aptitude

MS Office

Teamwork

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Position Title: Pipeline Technician

Location: Muncy, PA, US, 17756

Workplace Environment: Onsite

Company: UGI Energy Services, LLC

Requisition Number: 30508

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
• Paid parental and volunteer time
• 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
• Record keeping.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Williamsport

Job Segment: Pipeline, Gas, Gas Technician, Maintenance, Cathodic Protection, Energy, Manufacturing

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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