Job Description

Natural Gas Pipeline Inspector

Please note that the starting pay for this position is $42.02/hr. with a 5% pay increase after the probationary period to $44.11/hr.

Our Gas Quality Control and Inspections department is hiring a Natural Gas Pipeline Inspector (G) to support natural gas and joint trench with electric service line installations. Our pipeline inspectors are responsible for inspecting the installation of gas-only, electric-only and or joint trench (gas and electric) service line installations ensuring work performed meets compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and safety procedures about the natural gas and electric industries, as published in both the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 192 and in both of the Colorado Springs Utilities Natural Gas Line Extension and Service Standards (GLESS) and Electric Line Extension and Service Standards manuals (ELESS).

This is an intermediate-level position that requires technical knowledge of the operational functionality of natural gas and electric line systems and meter placement standards. If you have completed a gas pipefitter apprenticeship and/or have demonstrated experience installing gas and electric service lines or closely related infrastructure, we want to hear from you!

A day in the life of a Natural Gas Pipeline Inspector may include:

• Conducting onsite inspections, including final inspections for both natural gas service lines and electric service lines, or in a joint trench application
• Overseeing and validating the testing of natural gas service line systems. Performs gas pipeline pressure tests, reviews, and interprets results
• Providing solutions to ensure compliance with required standards, specifications, and codes as identified by organizational Gas Line Extension and Service Standards (GLESS/ELESS) and those established in Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)192
• Assisting in developing and maintaining construction and design standards
• Safe handling of gas and electric service lines
• Locating natural gas service lines
• Reading and complying with blueprints and specifications for projects
• Inspects project layouts, pipe joining methods, and installation of electric service lines and polyethylene natural gas service lines
• Ensuring contractor construction materials and excavations meet specifications
• Ensuring contractors are current in their Operator Qualifications for the tasks being performed
• Maintaining and coordinating the calibrations of inspection equipment
• Wrapping damaged and exposed natural gas pipelines and dispatching personnel for the repair of severe damage

What else should you know?
This position is subject to performing work in all types of weather conditions. You may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

Who You Are:

• Completion of a Gas Pipefitter Apprentice program (DOL or NDOL) and/or demonstrated experience installing and/or repairing gas mains and service lines, or 3-5 years of relevant utility-related experience
• Possession of a valid, unrestricted driver's license
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required Operator Qualifications (OQ) per the Colorado Springs Utilities OQ document, and complete additional relevant training

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exerts 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
• Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.
• Positions in this class typically require exposure to all weather conditions.

Who We Are...

• One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers)
• A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time)
• Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association – a utility sector leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements
• Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains in one of the most desirable cities to live in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2022)

Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off to Recharge

• Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
• Personal Leave –3 days per year
• Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
• Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

• Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
• Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
• Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
• Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

• Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
• Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs

Additional Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness