Pipeline Construction Inspector/Senior Pipeline Construction Inspector

BHE GT&S has an exciting opportunity as a Pipeline Construction Inspector/Sr Pipeline Construction Inspector at our Greystone location in Columbia, SC.

Pipeline Construction Inspector - At least 3 years' experience with pipeline construction methods. A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certified Pipeline Weld Inspector
• NACE CIP Level 1 
• CEPSCI 
• API 1169

Sr Pipeline Construction Inspector - At least 6 years' experience with pipeline construction methods.  A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certified Pipeline Weld Inspector (or must obtain within 12 months of hiring)
• NACE CIP Level 1 (or must obtain within 12 months of hiring)
• CEPSCI 
• API 1169

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:

• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures. 
• Knowledge of OHSA standards. Knowledge of PHMSA (CFR 192) and FERC regulations. 
• Knowledge of steps and procedures required for tapping and stopping work. 
• Ability to operate data acquisition equipment in recording and processing GPS data. 
• Ability to record data with coating and UT gauges. 
• Ability to record anomaly measurements, utilizing pit gauges. 
• Ability to utilize multimeter and half-cell for P/S readings. 
• Ability to utilize pipe locator to mark lines. 
• Ability to operate and process digital pressure, test recorder data. 
• Ability to operate a personal computer proficiently. 
• Ability to identify problems, collect and analyze data, and draw valid conclusions. 
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport. 
• Ability to communicate effectively. 
• Ability to work independently, and as a team member. 
• Ability to respond to emergency call out. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. 
  
  Education
  High School
  
  Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.
  
  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
  
  Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of BHE GT&S. The management team of BHE GT&S reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs.

Pipeline Construction Inspector:
 

• Provides inspection services documenting construction activities.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with O&M procedures, the project work plan, company environmental and safety standards, and as required by project-specific permitting.
• Reviews contractor qualifications, ensuring qualifications to perform required tasks.
• Coordinates work activities with contractors, ensuring quality work and efficient use of resources.
• Communicates company standards and policies to contractors.
• Completes company forms, creates as-built data, and obtains GPS data. Records wall and coating thicknesses, anomaly dimensions, soil resistivity, and P/S readings.
• Communicates work activities with Gas Control and Measurement Group.
• Works with Environmental Compliance Coordinator, ensuring environmental compliance through scheduling site inspections and acquiring samples for testing.
• Ensures material is disposed of properly.
• Inspects recoating, pad work, fence work, paint work, and anomaly digs.
   

Sr Pipeline Construction Inspector:

Performs all duties of Pipeline Construction Inspector and:

• Interacts with customers and landowners to resolve construction issues and conflicts.
• Digitizes all documentation for records retention.
• Downloads and processes field-acquired GPS data and pressure test recorder data.
• Works with engineering group during design phase, to address constructability issues.
• Identifies design and constructability issues in the field and provides solutions for engineering review and approval.
• Assists in determining project timelines and cost. 
• Communicates and coordinates work activities with Gas Control and Measurement Group. 
• Inspects HDDs, conventional bores, electrical installs, tapping and stopping activities, and air mover operation.