If you anticipate the need for an accommodation due to a
disability, please inform the Human Resource Office at the time an interview
is scheduled.
**THIS POSITION REQUIRES EXTENSIVE TRAVEL.**
This position is responsible for the NORTHEAST REGION which
includes: Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Susquehanna,
Schuylkill, Wayne and Wyoming.
Candidate must reside in one of the counties of responsibility or relocate
within 6 months of employment.
Scheduled work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. - Monday through Friday.
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This
position is responsible for work assignments to develop proficiency in the
enforcement of the Public Utility Commission Law and gas safety rules and regulations
of the PUC and the Office of Pipeline Safety of the U. S. Department of
Transportation, as they apply to the gas utilities under the jurisdiction of
the PUC.
Participates in the investigation, analysis and determination of potential
gas safety violations related to gas explosions, fires and reportable
accidents.
Drafts recommendations to the Supervisor which suggest action to eliminate
occurrences of reportable incidents.
Prepares and submits accurate reports to the Supervisor.
Investigates the annual safety inspection of inspection units as assigned by
the Supervisor.
Prepares reports of all violations of state and federal regulations
ascertained through inspections and/or investigations. Uses the
appropriate report for each inspection/investigation.
Drafts the suggested letter to the Supervisor citing utility for each
violation.
Participates in the investigation and evaluation of DEFACTO Gas
Companies for possible certification.
Attends and completes pipeline safety training courses at the Transportation
Safety Institute (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) as assigned.
Develops and maintains a working knowledge of all federal and state gas
safety regulations, including subsequent amendments and revisions, as related
to the design, installation, operation and maintenance of gas pipeline
systems as applied to gas utilities.
Attends and completes all training related to pipeline safety; to
include but not limited to cathodic protection, leak investigation, accident
investigation, drug enforcement, pressure regulation, overpressure
protection, welding and plastic fusion, as assigned.
Assists with the investigation, analysis and resolution of consumer
complaints related to gas safety issues.
Prepares accident reports for supervisory review.
Prepares recommendations for corrective action to be taken by operators to
correct identified violations.
Assists in the audit of utility operator's system of record to determine if
leak complaints have been investigated and corrected in a timely manner.
Participates in field inspections at construction sites and at explosion
sites.
Participates in field surveys such as leakage, electrical and odor tests as
necessary.
Attends seminars and safety programs with gas utilities as assigned.
Participates in meetings with local and state law enforcement personnel such
as state fire marshals, district attorneys, fire chiefs and police chiefs to
determine the cause of accidents. Participates in meetings/ seminars
with other government agencies ( e.g. Federal Office of Pipeline Safety,
National Transportation Safety Board, State Police Fire Marshal, Department
of Environmental Protection and Department of Labor and Industry on pipeline
related matters.
Participates in meetings with legal staff of the Commission in preparation of
formal orders, changes in regulatory rules and suggested adoption of federal
regulations.
Assists with technical studies and the preparation of reports and testimony
for submission to other bureaus.
Participates in the inspection of district pressure stations using the
principles of design and operation of pressure regulators and overpressure
protection. Develops a working knowledge of design principles of test
pressure, maximum allowable operating pressure (MAOP) and minimum operating
pressure to analyze pipeline pressure for the purpose of identifying pressure
violations within a system.
Through targeted work assignments and training, develops an
understanding of design, construction, operation and maintenance of Liquefied
Natural Gas facilities required to interpret and enforce federal and PUC
regulations pertaining to such facilities.
Participates in the analysis required to determine safety violations
resulting from or leading to natural gas explosions and fires. As proficiency
is gained, recommends methods and/or practices to eliminate recurrences.
Assists with the analysis of cathodic protection systems and related operator
reports to identify areas of noncompliance.
Participates in meetings with the Bureau's fixed utility legal staff to
discuss noncompliance issues related to Commission orders, show cause orders
and formal and informal investigations. As proficiency in independent
completion of duties progresses, may be called upon to testify as an expert
witness in cases involving violation of gas safety and other pipeline
operations.
Provides depositions as related to operator's actions.
Analyze and evaluate a gas operator's methods and procedures as related to
the operator's compliance with federal and/or PUC gas pipeline safety
regulations.
Evaluate plastic fusion joints on plastic gas pipe and in the certification
procedures for plastic fusions.
Evaluate welded joints on steel gas pipeline and in the certification
procedures for welders.
Review and analyze gas operator's emergency plans related to the operator's
response to gas emergencies and possible omissions which may be indicative of
a regulatory violation.
Evaluate/review of the operator's anti-drug and alcohol misuse prevention
plans to determine regulatory compliance. Assists with the review
and evaluation of the operator's drug collection site and the medical review
officer's performance as it relates to federal anti-drug program regulations
Review the operator's operation and maintenance plans to determine regulatory
compliance and identify violations.
Participates in the detection of gas safety hazards, the identification of
violations and the recommendation of appropriate corrective action.
Develops proficiency in the use of the following equipment/ tools/ methods
used regularly in the performance of job duties: Combustible Gas
Indicator (CGI,) Flame Ionization Leak Detector, Gas Odorant, 35 mm or
digital camera, multi-meter corrosion testing, pry bar (up to 25 lbs.)
Reviews and evaluate gas pipeline drawings, charts, maps and reports to gain
proficiency in the understanding and utilization of such documents in the
performance of gas utility regulation duties.
Responds to emergency assignments outside of established working hours as
directed.
Essential Functions:
Communicates effectively, orally and in writing.
Travels as needed, to include overnights and extended periods of
out of state travel.
Interprets, applies and enforces policies and regulations.
Maintains effective and appropriate working relationships.
Handles multiple assignments with conflicting priorities within established
timeframes.
Walks, travels to remote locations over rough terrain, in variable weather
conditions
Climbs ladders, crosses catwalks and bridges and enters and exits ditches,
pits and various Investigates, analyzes and resolves complaints.
Regularly lifts up to 50 lbs.
Enters and retrieves information from a personal computer.
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Eligibility -
all candidates
One year as a Fixed Utility Valuation Engineer Trainee
or
One
year technological engineering or valuation engineering experience involving
the operation of a public or private generation, collection and distribution
system, or related experience with a public utility, public utility
regulatory agency, or as a consulting engineer in related work; and a
bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering Technology specifically
related to-construction and design of generation, collection and distribution
systems; or any equivalent combination of experience or training. A master's
degree in engineering will be acceptable in lieu of the one-year's
technological experience.
Be a resident of Pennsylvania.
Be eligible for selection in accordance with Civil Service rules.
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The next lower classification(s) for promotional purposes in
accordance with collective bargaining:
Fixed Utility Valuation Engineer Trainee
Recruitment Method(s):
Applicants must meet one (or more) of the following methods(s) to be
considered for this vacancy:
- Seniority Promotion (Bidding employees in the next
lower classification within the designated seniority unit.)
- Seniority Unit Lateral (Movement to the same class
title within the designated seniority unit.)
- Civil Service Lists (Fill by examination in
accordance with collective bargaining.)
When the collective bargaining obligation(s) have been met, then
the following recruitment methods may be used:
- Promotion Without Examination
- Transfer
- Reassignment
- Voluntary Demotion
- Reinstatement
Eligibility - Competitive Promotion
Without Examination Only
CLASS RESTRICTIONS
- Have held regular civil service status in one of the
following classifications:
Or in a classification at Pay Scale
Group 6 where there is a clear linkage between the knowledge, skills, and
abilities required to perform the duties of that class and the knowledge,
skills, and abilities required of the Fixed Utility Valuation Engineer 1
class. Applications submitted will be reviewed to determine if an applicant's
current or previous class has a logical occupational, functional, or career
development relationship to the Fixed Utility Valuation Engineer 1 class.
Selection Criteria
- Minimum experience and training required for the job.
- Meritorious service; defined as (a) the absence of
any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months
preceding the closing date of the posting, and (b) the last due overall
regular or probationary performance evaluation was higher than
unsatisfactory or fails to meet standards.
- Seniority, defined as a minimum of one year(s) in the
next lower class(es) by the posting closing date of 05/22/2018.
This section is issued for compliance with Management Directive 580.19, Promotion in the Classified
Service without Examination.
How to apply - all candidates:
Submit an online application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/promotionaljobs
on or before Tuesday, May 22, 2018 and include:
- Resume
- Please attach a copy of
your most recent Employee Performance Review (EPR) to your application -
if you do not have this document, please include a note explaining why
it is not included.
All application materials must be
filed online by the closing date of this posting. Faxed,
e-mailed, mailed, late and/or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
To be considered for this vacancy, all applicants must meet the minimum
experience and training requirements.
In addition to the application materials listed above, individuals applying
for Voluntary Demotion must submit a letter of interest acknowledging reduction
in pay.
Individuals applying for Reinstatement must submit a letter of interest
requesting consideration for reinstatement.
Please use the contact information provided for additional information.
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