Job Title: Emission Compliance/Pipeline Integrity Inspector (ECPI)
Department: Operations
Reports To: Sr. Emission Regulatory Coordinator
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
SUMMARY
The Emission Compliance/Pipeline Integrity inspector will work for Operations in cooperation with Emission Coordinators. The job will have two primary functions. It is estimated that 50-60% of the time and work effort will be focused on the company wide LDAR program by utilization of Optical Gas Imaging (OGI). The LDAR work will be primarily conducted in a field setting. The ECPI will be responsible in cooperation with Operations to schedule and conduct OGI surveys on Laramie equipment and facilities. The second primary function will be to provide oversight of our Pipeline Management, Maintenance, and Integrity Program. It is anticipated that this task will take the remainder of the ECPI’s time and work effort, and it is expected to be largely office based and focused. The ECPI will work with Operations and Regulatory to assure that all testing and reporting as required by the governing agencies are conducted as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Act as program lead for Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) IR camera inspections of natural gas facilities, to maintain compliance with Colorado Regulation 7 and EPA OOOOa LDAR requirements. Duties include scheduling and conducting inspections, performing routine repairs of leaking equipment, determining rule applicability, maintaining inspection records, and compiling reports.
- Respond to regulatory agency inspections and records requests (e.g. CDPHE site inspections, annual emission inventory and Greenhouse Gas Reporting, etc.)
- Conduct field inspections including but not limited to onsite signage and equipment labeling, control equipment, visible emissions, AVO, and OGI.
- Periodically collect field samples including fuel gas, pressurized condensate, and produced water.
- Knowledge of ECMC, COPUC and PHMSA pipeline regulations.
- Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high-pressure systems.
- Provide daily support and/or updates to Operations and any other team that may require assistance.
- Determine annual inspection requirements for both LDAR/Pipeline Integrity, conduct and track all periodic inspections.
- File all necessary pipeline activity forms within ECMC E-File, including but not limited to Form 12s, 44s, and 42s.
- Work with GIS personnel at Laramie, to ensure all pipeline changes are being updated within ARCGIS, and Google Earth.
COMPETENCIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail.
- Strong computer skills, especially in Word, Excel, Assetas, Enterprise, Google Earth and MS Office software.
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers.
- Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
- Ability to read and interpret state and federal agency rules and regulations.
- Work closely with maintenance and operations staff on scheduling and inspections of facilities.
- Perform first attempts at repairing certain leaking components, be available to further assist on outstanding leaks.
- Track and monitor Leak Detections and Repair in Assetas and in tracking systems.
- Maintain required documentation and files.
- Review reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Other duties assigned within the Regulatory and Environmental Team.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the oil and gas industry, either in an environmental compliance or field operations role.
- Establish and maintain effective communication with other personnel.
- Intermediate computer skills, inclusive of MS Excel and Word.
- Must be willing to travel to field locations.
- Ability to complete work with limited supervision.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership, teamwork, and mentoring skills.
- Strong written, oral and project management skills.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to multitask and set priorities.
- Ability to perform under pressure and in a changing environment.
REASONING ABILITY
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATION
- The successful applicant will maintain ITC certification as a FLIR Optical Gas Imaging Thermographer
- Valid Driver’s License
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Exert up to 60 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Travel to remote field locations is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Working alone in possible adverse weather conditions, high pressures, loud noises.
Salary Range: $52,650 to $70,730