Inspector - Stopple - NE

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable, and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers, and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Inspector- Stopple (SGL6) based in Little Rock, AR.

POSITION SUMMARY

This role will plan, coordinate, and inspect the field work performed by outside contractors with the objective of assuring that work conforms to company standards, specifications, and schedules. Work includes but is not limited to installation, operation, repair of gas mains and service lines and service-related work that is performed at the customer’s meters.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe and inspect all phases of work performed by contractors to assure conformance with company standards and procedures. Interpret blueprints and drawings of work to be performed. Complete all company required documentation including mapping and material reconciliation. 
• Plan projects and ensure compliance; may assign and complete work orders in SAP.
• Verify billed amounts and approve contractor/vendor charges.
• Schedule and inspect work performed by one or more contract crews.
• Perform stopple work for all states.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school or GED
• Minimum of seven (7) years of related gas construction experience or related utility experience. 

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and meticulous analytical capability
• Strong ability to take initiative and manage multiple projects successfully while maintaining an even-keel approach and commitment to deadlines.
• Certify and don personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear, and earplugs daily. 
• Exert routine physical effort on a regular basis.
• Able to use the proper tools for any given job.
• Able to input data into company software to complete work orders. 
• Operate a motor vehicle and the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.
• Effective oral and written communication skills. 
• Utilize company’s mapping system effectively. 
• Able to work independently or in a team-based environment to accomplish assignments and achieve objectives.
• Demonstrates an aptitude for basic mechanical tasks.
• Able to perform stopples for all states in our system. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice, and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.