RRC - Pipeline Safety Field Inspector IV, Region 4 (Central Texas) in , us

Job Description

The Railroad Commission of Texas is a state agency with primary regulatory jurisdiction over the oil and natural gas industry; pipeline transport and pipeline safety; natural gas utilities; the LP‑gas industry; and surface mining operations. You can find more details about us on the Railroad Commission of Texas website here:

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and at least 12 paid holidays per year
• Telework options for eligible positions
• Flexible work schedules
• Retirement pension with a 150% agency match
• 401(k), 457(b), and Roth
• Health premiums 100% paid for full‑time employees
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness and Exercise Leave
• Career development programs/opportunities for advancement

General Description

The Pipeline Safety Department, in the Oversight and Safety Division of the Railroad Commission of Texas, has direct oversight of approximately 224,067 miles of intrastate pipeline. Pipeline Safety seeks a field inspector to perform technical fieldwork related to pipeline safety operations in Region 4, Central Texas. The region includes Hamilton, Mills, Coryell, MacCulloch, San Saba, Lampasas, Bell, Falls, Milam, Brazos, Robertson, Mason, Llano, Burnet, Williamson, Lee, Gillespie, Blanco, Hays, Bastrop, Fayette, Kerr, Kendall, Comal, Guadalupe, Gonzales, Lavaca, Wilson, Bexar, Bandera, and Real counties.

Work involves conducting pipeline safety evaluations and investigations on incidents and accidents. The inspector determines whether pipeline operators comply with applicable natural gas and hazardous liquids pipeline safety rules and regulations (49 Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 192 and 195; 16 Texas Administrative Code, Chapters 8 and 18). This position offers the opportunity to learn PHMSA standards at out‑of‑state training facilities, work with industry professionals to ensure safe operational standards, and stay informed about new compliance regulations and industry practices. Inspectors conduct site visits and provide current information on PHMSA and Railroad Commission regulations to ensure pipeline operations comply with safety requirements. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Regional Manager, South Director, and the PHMSA Program Director.

Essential Job Duties

• Extensive overnight travel of 50% or more.
• Daily and overnight travel includes completing inspections and investigations, and attending mandatory pipeline safety training, both in‑state and out‑of‑state.
• Performs timely inspections and consistently reports findings.
• Must have scheduling flexibility to be on call as needed to respond to emergency situations and conduct incident and accident investigations.
• Completes and submits weekly inspection reports; incident reports; and administrative reports (weekly work reports, vehicle reports, travel vouchers, etc.).
• Composes and updates technical reports (e.g., evaluations, investigations) on assigned laptop within prescribed timelines.
• Composes and updates technical reports as required for special projects as assigned.
• Operating a state‑issued vehicle with extensive driving and field work is an essential duty of this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a standard senior high school or G.E.D.
• Four years of work experience.
• A valid Texas Driver's License.
• Ability to work Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with occasional flexible hours, nights, and weekends.
• Experience and education may substitute for each other on a year‑for‑year basis.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or MA/MS degree from an accredited four‑year college or university in Engineering, or other job‑related field.
• Associate Degree or technical certification from an accredited college/technical institute in Engineering/Petroleum/Corrosion Technology, or other job‑related field, plus two years' relevant professional work experience.
• Working knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, theories, and techniques.
• Knowledge of engineering procedures and mathematics.
• Skill in applying engineering concepts for conducting pipeline safety inspections.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills.
• Ability to apply engineering concepts when inspecting gas, hazardous liquids, and CO₂ pipelines and facilities.
• Ability to learn regulations and standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information, both verbally and in writing, to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Ability to work effectively on a team.
• Ability to address issues/concerns in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain working relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Ability to respond to high‑pressure situations and meet changing demands and timelines.
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions; climb and stoop; reach low and high; crawl in cramped quarters; lift or move up to 50 pounds, and walk/stand outside for considerable amounts of time.
• Proficiency in the use of computer systems utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and database systems.

Work Hours

Standard office hours for Commission employees are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our agency offers alternative schedules for employees, provided they do not adversely affect operations or service levels and standard hours of operation are maintained. The Commission may also offer telework in accordance with the agency's approved Telework Plan. Alternate work schedules may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.

The Railroad Commission of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Railroad Commission of Texas is a tobacco‑free workplace.