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This is an EXCITING time to join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides toward becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled to announce the following employee benefit enhancements:

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Language Incentive
Referral Bonus
Tuition Assistance Program

The City of Richmond, Department of Public Utilities, Gas and Light Division is seeking several qualified candidates to fill the Gas Compliance Inspector position.

Job Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible for supporting the coordination of various programs and projects, including:

Conducting field audits on internal and external customers.
Overseeing various Distribution of Integrity Management Program (DIMP) efforts.
Supporting Richmond Gas Work’s Operator Qualification Program, including auditing training materials and hands-on training.
Providing support for the Pipeline Safety Management System (PSMS) efforts.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Ensuring adherence to all City of Richmond, Department of Public Utilities O&M manual procedures.
Inspecting work sites daily for compliance with OSHA, DOT, and VDOT traffic safety standards.
Investigating violations and completing accurate documentation of findings.
Issuing temporary work suspensions when non-compliance events are reported or witnessed.
Witnessing remedial plan completions and performance evaluations.
Investigating citizen complaints and initiating corrective actions.

Essential Personnel:

This position is considered Essential Personnel, meaning the incumbent is required to work during public emergencies, critical or hazardous conditions, or inclement weather. This may include nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call duties.

Qualifications, Special Certifications, and Licenses:

Minimum Training and Experience:

High School diploma or GED.
8-10 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Licensing, Certifications, and Special Requirements:

RGW Natural Gas Operator Qualification.
Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Experience installing or repairing residential/commercial gas lines.
Experience investigating gas leaks.
Experience working on a natural gas distribution system.
7+ years of construction experience.
Experience monitoring traffic and safety conditions.
Familiarity with GIS mapping systems and Virginia’s VA811 one-call system.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge:

Richmond Gas Works O&M, Code of Virginia Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act, Federal Code Title 49 CFR 192.
Natural gas construction and maintenance, materials, and methods.
GIS mapping software.

Skills:

Proficient verbal and written communication for field and office settings.
Knowledge of natural gas distribution pipeline systems.
Interpersonal communication and computer proficiency.

Abilities:

Manage tense situations.
Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
Quickly identify hazards and take corrective action.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss accommodations.

Environmental Hazards:

This position may involve exposure to hazardous physical conditions (mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations), atmospheric conditions (fumes, gases, dust), inadequate lighting, intense noise, and environmental hazards like disruptive people or dangerous environments.

Physical Requirements and Working Environment:

The job involves detailed work on multiple tasks with frequent interruptions and time constraints. Employees must be able to:

Reach, stand, push, pull, lift, and grasp.
Climb, balance, stoop, crouch, crawl, walk, and use repetitive motions.
Perform light work, exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, 10 lbs frequently, and a negligible amount constantly.