Job Description
Job Description
Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.
Summit is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable, and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers, and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.
POSITION SUMMARY:
We have an exciting opportunity open for an Pipeline Safety Compliance Specialist I, with the ability to work hybrid, 2 - 3 days per week in one of our office locations in AR, ME, MO, or OK.
The Pipeline Safety Compliance Specialist will be responsible for activities related to extracting, organizing, analyzing and presenting Field Management System data in SAP, FSM, Cayenta, WOFA, SOFA, Reporting Server within state and federal compliance audits. Key responsibilities include compiling and validating compliance records, assisting with regulatory reporting, and supporting state and federal inspections. The specialist collaborates across departments to identify process improvements, maintain accurate documentation, and provide actionable insights to leadership for informed decision-making. This position plays a critical role in promoting a culture of safety, regulatory adherence, and operational excellence within the organization.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Compile, review, and validate compliance records for integrity related purposes using systems such as SAP, FSM, Cayenta, WOFA, SOFA, and Reporting Server to support regulatory audits
- Identify, organize, communicate and prioritize actionable insights derived from stakeholder feedback, audit findings, and operational reports.
- Monitor and interpret federal and state Pipeline Safety regulations and proposed changes.
- Identify and recommend process improvements, communicating effectively with management.
- Standardize compliance data formats for equipment records, maintenance plans, and reporting.
- Create and prioritize action item lists from various feedback sources for leadership review.
- Identify improvements to processes and procedures, with the ability to effectively communicate these ideas to management.
- Comply with uniform company standards when creating compliance data formats to be used in equipment records, maintenance plans, reporting, and other related information.
- Effectively manage workload by strategically planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks to ensure timely completion and adherence to established deadlines.
- Maintain comprehensive awareness of updates and revisions to key operational and regulatory documents, including but not limited to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), the Construction Manual, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manual, Emergency Response Program, Public Awareness Plan, Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP), Transmission Integrity Management Program. (TIMP), Operator Qualification (OQ) Plan, and the Drug and Alcohol Testing Plan.
- Provide assistance with interpretation and review of state and federal laws and commission rules for industry.
- Occasionally conduct field inspections of pipeline facilities, distribution/transmission systems, and construction sites to evaluate safety and performance standards that coincide with company policies and procedures.
- Assist in Identifying operational deficiencies via records and field review.
- Update, review and track audit matrix and audit dashboard daily and other required documents as needed
- Assist in pulling data for 7100 reports, semiannual leak reports, annual safety reports, data requests, PHMSA or state inspections question sets.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma
- Minimum of 3 years in a gas distribution or transmission environment
- Minimum of 3 years working in Field Management systems (SAP or Cayenta preferred.)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Must exhibit outgoing and collaborative attitude toward internal and external stakeholders
- Must be highly proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft applications.
- Ability to demonstrate and build an ongoing knowledge of natural gas distribution system operations.
- Able to demonstrate and apply analytical skills to assess data, identify errors or inconsistencies and advise on corrective actions.
- Able to accomplish tasks and achieve goals with minimal supervision.
- Able to apply effective organizational and time management skills with close attention to detail.
- Able to exercise tact, professional and good judgment in dealing with co-workers, customers, vendors, and the public commission personnel
- Able to work with confidential information, materials, and files in an appropriate, professional, and discrete manner.
- Able to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
- Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects, activities, and deadlines effectively.
- Able to work in a team-oriented environment.
- Able to adapt quickly and respond well to changing priorities.
- Able to demonstrate and apply strong customer service skills.
- Able to exercise discretion, identify creative and innovative solutions to solve problems and make sound decisions.
- Strong understanding of pipeline safety regulations, including federal and state laws governing pipeline operations. Knowledge of pipeline construction, maintenance, operations, and inspection procedures.
- Demonstrates strong time management and organizational skills in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.
Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.