Field Survey Technician - Gas Transmission

Main Duties

• Perform gas transmission main inspection surveys to identify potential issues and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Make informed decisions based on safety considerations, environmental conditions, and operational best practices.
• Safely operate ATVs, Argos, and other off-road vehicles without risking personal safety or property damage. Complete company provided ATV, Argos safe operation training annually.
• Safely operate winches and other devices associated with off-road vehicles and boats.
• Accurately read and interpret maps, GPS coordinates, and survey data to follow designated routes.
• Identify, document, and report abnormal operating conditions (AOCs), leaks, or other system irregularities.
• Follow established procedures for reporting safety concerns and system integrity issues.
• Work efficiently in remote and challenging environments, including rough terrain, extreme weather conditions, and isolated areas containing wildlife.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and other stakeholders regarding survey progress and findings.
• Engage with landowners to obtain permission for access to remote locations when necessary.
• Engage respectfully and be prepared to encounter hunters carrying firearms. Ensure your presence is acknowledged in a professional and non-disruptive manner.
• Ensure that scheduled maintenance requirements for assigned equipment are reported to the supervisor and completed in a timely manner consistent with the compliance schedule.
• Always wear PPE, including but not limited to a helmet, safety glasses, high visibility vest, long pants, boots, and gloves to prevent potential injury from debris, vegetation or hunters.
• Proficiently operate a pickup truck while towing a trailer.
• Safely load and unload an ATV, Argo or boats on and off a trailer.
• Complete required documentation and reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Any duties or responsibilities assigned by management

Comprehensive Compensation

Up to $19/hr based on experience with GUARANTEED automatic $.50 increases at both 60 days and 180 days.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan, Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) starting Day 1, Paid Holidays, Company Vehicle/Trailer
• Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Full Time: Monday through Thursday
• Hours and days vary based on client expectation and work availability. Occasional evening, weekend work, or 12-hour shifts may be required as job duties demand.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license and meet company motor vehicle record (MVR) requirements
• Strong map-reading, navigation, and GPS interpretation skills.
• Understanding of natural gas transmission systems, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify safety concerns.
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills to interact with landowners and gain access to survey locations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while adhering to safety protocols.
• Proficiency in operating a vehicle, towing a trailer and loading or unloading equipment from a trailer.
• Experience in properly securing equipment on a trailer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in gas pipeline surveying, utility inspections, or related field service work is preferred.
• Experience operating ATVs, Argos, and other off-road vehicles safely in various terrain conditions is preferred.

Travel

Frequent travel is required to cover designated survey areas, including overnight travel up to 80%.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional heavy lifting, bending, crouching, and kneeling. Must be able to walk up to 8 miles a day in various terrain and weather conditions and operate a motor vehicle.