What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assoc Gas Operations Technician PHMSA position at NextEra Energy, Inc.?
Date: Oct 21, 2026
Location(s): Butler, AL, US, 36904
Company: NextEra Energy
Requisition ID: 98200
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Position Specific Description
Operates pipeline and associated pipeline equipment/systems including, but not limited to: natural gas compressors, emergency shutdown systems, assists with equipment repairs as needed, and other duties as assigned. Performs regular inspections on the pipeline and pipeline facilities and takes appropriate action in response to alarms and issues as discovered and/or communicated by the Gas Control Center. In addition to the job description above you will also be responsible for the following:
- Reporting and monitoring environmental compliance as directed.
- Knowledge and understanding of applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Maintain documentation as needed.
- Performing lock out/tag out in accordance with procedures.
- Interfacing regularly with the Gas Control Center and plant personnel as needed.
- The selected candidate will be required to pass all Department of Transportation (DOT) and facility specific operator certifications/qualifications.
Job Overview
This job is responsible for safe and efficient pipeline operations and gathering systems on a day-to-day basis. Employees in this role ensure that regular operational and maintenance activities are carried out on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. This includes capturing gas samples, maintenance of gas metering equipment, and launching and retrieving pipeline rigs.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Pulls Gas samples at central delivery points (CDPs)
- Drives Right-of-ways to observe for pipeline damage/leaks
- Performs metering maintenance
- Performs general maintenance of equipment
- Interacts with landowners and production personnel
- Communicates effectively throughout all levels of the organization
- Ability to meet attendance and storm duty requirements
- Ability to work extended hours
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High School Grad / GED
- Experience: 0 years
- Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)
Preferred Qualifications
- None
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.
Employee Group: Non Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technicians
Organization: NextEra Energy Pipeline Services, LLC
Relocation Provided: No
NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.
NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.
NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.
Nearest Major Market: Tuscaloosa
Job Segment: Pipeline, Gas, Gas Technician, Energy
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $45,683 - $73,018