Field Operations Technician I

Date: May 6, 2024

Location: Wentzville, MO, US, 63385

Company: Spire Inc.

Company Overview

At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities.

It's a simple idea, but one that's at the heart of our business. We're dedicated to understanding our customers' needs and goals to better serve them today and tomorrow. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate our four essential behaviors that bring the Spire culture to life:

• We make it happen: We are a company of go-getters, acting on every opportunity to help our company advance.

• We seek out perspective: We challenge ourselves to be open to different ways of doing things, because learning from each other leads to breakthroughs.

• We collaborate: We put teamwork first, bringing in everyone's ideas, because our collective energy makes us stronger.

• We care: We treat people how we want to be treated, listening closely and doing what's right, even when it's hard

By living our values and behaviors every day, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued.

Summary

Spire is seeking a Technician I, Field Ops to work in Curryville, Missouri and various Eastern Missouri Counties. This position will primarily be responsible for maintaining the MoGas compressor station facilities while also performing field operations and maintenance (O&M) related tasks on Spire Midstream pipeline facilities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient transportation of natural gas across the system in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and company O&M procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Construct, test, alter or improve diverse piping, valves, and machinery components

Operate all machine shop and automatic equipment when required

Inspect and maintain all facility equipment

Perform preventative maintenance on rotating equipment

Install and repair all plant and station equipment

Perform cathodic protection and test station reads

Perform leak surveys and right-of-way patrols

Monitor the pipeline right-of-way for encroachments and environmental conditions (e.g. erosion, slope failure)

Monitor and respond to abnormal operating conditions

Maintain pipeline markers and manage pipeline marker inventory

Maintain and repair pipeline test stations

Maintain and repair various pipeline equipment

Perform all emergent and non-emergent locate requests in Illinois and Missouri

Coordinate with contractors as it pertains to work on or near the pipeline right of way and facilities

Document company and contractor field work with photographs and inspection reports

Evaluate and document condition of external pipeline coating

Complete necessary paperwork and/or data entry, via computer, for Payroll, Engineering, Compliance, Claims, Safety and others

Regularly uses the technologies used within the field operations department to validate work

Maintain Operator Qualifications related to job duties

Be available for weekend and after hour responsibilities as required by work being performed

All other duties as assigned

Essential Characteristics and Competencies

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct reports

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

High School diploma/GED

Class E Chauffer's license

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

0-4 years of experience of gas storage/energy industry preferred

Previous experience in gas plant maintenance or mechanical background preferred

Read, understand, and use precision measurement equipment

Ability to read and understand P&IDs and flow diagrams

Familiarity with pumps and compressors

Ability to work outside in all weather conditions

Must be able to respond to abnormal operating conditions and emergent one calls within two hours from home

Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Physical demands, environment and schedule

Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. over head

Ability to safely traverse uneven terrain

A mix of normal office conditions and outdoors in all weather conditions and in areas exposed to loud audible noises

Abnormal working hours required as dictated by contractor work

One week of on-call required every two to four weeks

Travels to all areas of the pipeline right-of-way

Posting Requirements

• We accept online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Spire Inc., and its subsidiaries are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Job Location: St Louis

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