DC Department of Human Resources
Pipeline Safety Inspector
DC Department of Human Resources, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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DC Department of Human Resources Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This position is in the Office of Compliance and Enforcement (OCE) of the Office of Technical and Regulatory Analysis (OTRA). The Commission regulates the electric, natural gas, and local telephone companies serving the District of Columbia (District). OTRA is responsible for advising the Chairman and Commissioners on engineering, accounting, economics, and financial issues in formal cases and other proceedings before the Commission. The OCE manages the District’s Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Program, a partnership with the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) of the U.S. Department of Transportation, to ensure the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the District’s natural gas facilities complies with federal and local safety regulations. In addition, the OCE is responsible for compliance and enforcement of the District’s regulations regarding electric and telecommunication services.
The Commission offers a competitive salary range, a generous travel stipend for public transportation, as well as an attractive benefits package. The Commission’s benefits package encompasses a flexible menu of comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options, as well as a strong set of portable retirement benefit and savings options. The Commission also offers attractive vacation and sick leave time, as well as paid holidays—consistent with District government provisions.
The Commission also seeks to optimize work-life balance through an attractive set of work schedule options, including Flex time schedules, Teleworking options, and Alternative Work Schedules. As an organization dedicated to professional development and learning, the Commission encourages staff to participate in regulatory and industry association activities, as well as educational and professional training. Tuition reimbursement may also be available. The Commission offers rewarding work and seeks a highly enthusiastic professional with exceptional customer facing skills. The ideal candidate is outgoing and is able to participate in the evolving work of the department.
Duties And Responsibilities
The successful candidate will serve as the Commission resource on regulations regarding the design, construction, operation, maintenance, replacement/rehabilitation, and retirement of natural gas facilities within the District. The candidate is responsible for providing project leadership for developing and achieving technical, policy, and regulatory objectives related to the compliance and enforcement programs and activities under the Commission's jurisdiction. The person holding this position must be able to obtain and maintain mandatory PHMSA technical qualification certifications for pipeline safety inspectors and pipeline integrity management inspectors.
The candidate will conduct inspections of natural gas pipeline facilities, including components such as critical valves, regulator stations, relief valves, pressure recorders, odorizers, and rectifiers, to ensure compliance with federal and District regulations. The candidate will also participate in or lead specialized inspections such as Operator Qualifications, Damage Prevention, Public Awareness, Control Room, Drug and Alcohol, Distribution Integrity Management, and Transmission Integrity Management. Monitor 24-hour on-call field responses and investigate reports of natural gas leaks and related incidents, preparing detailed reports for formal proceedings and public awareness communications. Review and analyze pipeline replacement programs for compliance with safety, reliability, and cost objectives. Compose comprehensive reports on inspections, incidents, corrective actions, and compliance findings, including notices of violation as needed.
The candidate will also assist with the PHMSA’s annual audit and certification of the District’s natural gas pipeline safety program and prepare related reports. Addressing Customer complaints and providing technical assistance to the Office of Infrastructure System Planning (OISP) and the Office of Consumer Services (OCS) as required. Must be able to work independently and without immediate supervision. The candidate should be able to drive an automobile and maintain a valid driver's license. The candidate must have good computer skills, such as experience in MS Windows-based software to deploy appropriate mobile GPS and cloud-based software, automated inspection, compliance, and enforcement workflow software, and related equipment and hardware to complete field, site, and records inspections and reporting tasks.
Qualifications And Education
Degree: Engineering
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
AND
Specialized Experience:
Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
Licenses and Certifications
Successful completion of PHMSA mandatory Technical Qualifications courses for Gas Pipeline Safety Inspectors and Gas Integrity Management Inspectors.
Working Conditions/Environment
The work is performed in the field, approximately seventy (70%), conducting pipeline safety inspections. These inspections include evaluating the gas operators' adherence to federal and District regulations regarding natural gas pipelines and documenting observations and results. Exposure to weather, traffic, mobile and live equipment, and construction and project site conditions requiring electric shock resistance ("ESR") protection, a hard hat, safety glasses, vests, and other personal protective equipment and gear is an inherent part of field visits and inspections. Regular visits to gas company offices, laboratories, plants, and service installations may involve exposure to industrial plant and site conditions and excavation, trenching, and confined-space environments. Inspections sometimes require visits to private homes and offices, including basements, yards, and service entrance areas, which may require entering unfinished and under-construction private spaces and dealing with members of the public and their pets and children. The rest of the work is performed in an office setting.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty:
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
Promotion Potential:
No known promotion potential
Collective Bargaining Unit:
This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by AFSCME, District Council 20, and you may be required to pay union dues.
Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.
EEO Statement:
The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. Seniority level
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Pipeline Safety Inspector
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DC Department of Human Resources 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Pipeline Safety Inspector
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DC Department of Human Resources Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This position is in the Office of Compliance and Enforcement (OCE) of the Office of Technical and Regulatory Analysis (OTRA). The Commission regulates the electric, natural gas, and local telephone companies serving the District of Columbia (District). OTRA is responsible for advising the Chairman and Commissioners on engineering, accounting, economics, and financial issues in formal cases and other proceedings before the Commission. The OCE manages the District’s Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Program, a partnership with the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) of the U.S. Department of Transportation, to ensure the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the District’s natural gas facilities complies with federal and local safety regulations. In addition, the OCE is responsible for compliance and enforcement of the District’s regulations regarding electric and telecommunication services.
The Commission offers a competitive salary range, a generous travel stipend for public transportation, as well as an attractive benefits package. The Commission’s benefits package encompasses a flexible menu of comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options, as well as a strong set of portable retirement benefit and savings options. The Commission also offers attractive vacation and sick leave time, as well as paid holidays—consistent with District government provisions.
The Commission also seeks to optimize work-life balance through an attractive set of work schedule options, including Flex time schedules, Teleworking options, and Alternative Work Schedules. As an organization dedicated to professional development and learning, the Commission encourages staff to participate in regulatory and industry association activities, as well as educational and professional training. Tuition reimbursement may also be available. The Commission offers rewarding work and seeks a highly enthusiastic professional with exceptional customer facing skills. The ideal candidate is outgoing and is able to participate in the evolving work of the department.
Duties And Responsibilities
The successful candidate will serve as the Commission resource on regulations regarding the design, construction, operation, maintenance, replacement/rehabilitation, and retirement of natural gas facilities within the District. The candidate is responsible for providing project leadership for developing and achieving technical, policy, and regulatory objectives related to the compliance and enforcement programs and activities under the Commission's jurisdiction. The person holding this position must be able to obtain and maintain mandatory PHMSA technical qualification certifications for pipeline safety inspectors and pipeline integrity management inspectors.
The candidate will conduct inspections of natural gas pipeline facilities, including components such as critical valves, regulator stations, relief valves, pressure recorders, odorizers, and rectifiers, to ensure compliance with federal and District regulations. The candidate will also participate in or lead specialized inspections such as Operator Qualifications, Damage Prevention, Public Awareness, Control Room, Drug and Alcohol, Distribution Integrity Management, and Transmission Integrity Management. Monitor 24-hour on-call field responses and investigate reports of natural gas leaks and related incidents, preparing detailed reports for formal proceedings and public awareness communications. Review and analyze pipeline replacement programs for compliance with safety, reliability, and cost objectives. Compose comprehensive reports on inspections, incidents, corrective actions, and compliance findings, including notices of violation as needed.
The candidate will also assist with the PHMSA’s annual audit and certification of the District’s natural gas pipeline safety program and prepare related reports. Addressing Customer complaints and providing technical assistance to the Office of Infrastructure System Planning (OISP) and the Office of Consumer Services (OCS) as required. Must be able to work independently and without immediate supervision. The candidate should be able to drive an automobile and maintain a valid driver's license. The candidate must have good computer skills, such as experience in MS Windows-based software to deploy appropriate mobile GPS and cloud-based software, automated inspection, compliance, and enforcement workflow software, and related equipment and hardware to complete field, site, and records inspections and reporting tasks.
Qualifications And Education
Degree: Engineering
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
AND
Specialized Experience:
Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
Licenses and Certifications
Successful completion of PHMSA mandatory Technical Qualifications courses for Gas Pipeline Safety Inspectors and Gas Integrity Management Inspectors.
Working Conditions/Environment
The work is performed in the field, approximately seventy (70%), conducting pipeline safety inspections. These inspections include evaluating the gas operators' adherence to federal and District regulations regarding natural gas pipelines and documenting observations and results. Exposure to weather, traffic, mobile and live equipment, and construction and project site conditions requiring electric shock resistance ("ESR") protection, a hard hat, safety glasses, vests, and other personal protective equipment and gear is an inherent part of field visits and inspections. Regular visits to gas company offices, laboratories, plants, and service installations may involve exposure to industrial plant and site conditions and excavation, trenching, and confined-space environments. Inspections sometimes require visits to private homes and offices, including basements, yards, and service entrance areas, which may require entering unfinished and under-construction private spaces and dealing with members of the public and their pets and children. The rest of the work is performed in an office setting.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty:
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
Promotion Potential:
No known promotion potential
Collective Bargaining Unit:
This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by AFSCME, District Council 20, and you may be required to pay union dues.
Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.
EEO Statement:
The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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