What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ops Coord I, II or SR (Newport News) position at Virginia Natural Gas?
Ops Coordinator I, II or Sr
Coordinates and manages city permitting activities to ensure all required approvals are obtained prior to construction and operational work. Implements and monitors Company construction, operations, and maintenance programs. Directs, instructs, and evaluates distribution and field service activities, including meter installation, maintenance, and repair work on the gas distribution system. Inspects Company and contractor work to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards, while coordinating pipeline safety initiatives. Provides special project and process management support, as well as operational oversight and administrative support, to Operations Supervisors and the Operations Manager.
Representative Duties And Responsibilities
Education and Experience:
Coordinator II (3 years of experience)
Coordinator SR (4 years of experience)
Or
Equivalent academic education and experience
Skills
Preferred:
Required:
Executing for Results Collaboration and Building Relationships
Learning and Thinking Industry Knowledge/Business Acumen
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 20496
Job Category: Gas Pipeline Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Virginia Natural Gas
Coordinates and manages city permitting activities to ensure all required approvals are obtained prior to construction and operational work. Implements and monitors Company construction, operations, and maintenance programs. Directs, instructs, and evaluates distribution and field service activities, including meter installation, maintenance, and repair work on the gas distribution system. Inspects Company and contractor work to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards, while coordinating pipeline safety initiatives. Provides special project and process management support, as well as operational oversight and administrative support, to Operations Supervisors and the Operations Manager.
Representative Duties And Responsibilities
- Coordinates and manages city, state, and local permitting activities , ensuring all required permits and approvals are secured prior to the start of construction activities and maintaining compliance with jurisdictional requirements throughout project execution.
- Serves as the primary liaison with permitting authorities, municipalities, regulatory agencies, developers, contractors, and other stakeholders to facilitate project approvals and resolve permitting issues.
- Represents the Company at pre-construction meetings with permitting jurisdictions, DOT, homeowners, developers, contractors, and other external stakeholders.
- Coordinates installation and maintenance of gas mains, meters, and gas services.
- Advises Engineers on the constructability and cost-effectiveness of gas facility installations.
- Reviews contractor invoices and as-built records for accuracy and ensures submitted records match completed gas facility installations.
- Monitors and updates the Company Work Management System with required project and permitting information.
- Reviews Click Mobile work orders and assesses field projects, including multi-family, industrial, residential, and commercial developments.
- Manages and supports special projects and assignments for Operations.
- Recommends field design changes to maintain project schedules and control costs.
- Oversees projects from initiation through installation; provides periodic progress reports to Service Center Management and updates Engineering, Sales, and Mapping Services on relevant field information.
- Maintains construction and permitting records within assigned Service Center(s) and provides field documentation to contractors as needed.
- Communicates with homeowners, business owners, developers, contractors, and permitting jurisdictions to resolve complaints, claims, and project-related concerns.
- Performs inspections and audits to ensure safety, contractor work quality, and compliance with Company standards, permitting requirements, and DOT regulations.
- Provides on-call supervisory support after normal business hours, on weekends, and on a rotational basis.
- Monitors and controls inventory of emergency and spare materials for the Transmission and Distribution Departments.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 3-5 years experience in Distribution underground and Field Service above ground maintenance and construction
Coordinator II (3 years of experience)
Coordinator SR (4 years of experience)
Or
Equivalent academic education and experience
Skills
Preferred:
- Work Management Information System – intermediate proficiency
- PeopleSoft Financials - basic proficiency
- Knowledge of natural gas Distribution facilities, Company policies, procedures and gas operating methods and standards
- Technical knowledge of the installation of mains, services, and metering and regulating facilities, and other Distribution facilities
- Knowledge of appropriate records, and documentation processes (i.e., test records, contractor invoicing, and main/service construction contract)
- Knowledge of GIS and Microsoft Office products.
- Prior experience working on the construction and maintenance of underground utilities
Required:
- Valid state driver's license and an excellent driving record
- Company driving test
Executing for Results Collaboration and Building Relationships
Learning and Thinking Industry Knowledge/Business Acumen
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
- Field based position with frequent exposure to extreme heat and cold, extreme noise, atmospheric conditions such as dust, humidity, dampness and occasional exposure to chemicals, fumes and gases and odors
- Required to occasionally lift, carry, pull and push up to 50lbs
- Occasionally must climb, crawl, bend, squat, kneel, reach and grasp
- Out of town travel - Occasional
- Keyboarding - Frequent
- On-call as needed
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 20496
Job Category: Gas Pipeline Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Virginia Natural Gas