Supervisor LNG Maintenance
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026. Duke Energy scores A on the Alion truth index.
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This position supervises the technicians of the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Plant and assists the LNG Plant Manager in the day-to-day operations of the facility. The primary responsibilities include directing the plant maintenance technicians while assuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the plant.
This position is responsible for Piedmont’s compliance with federal and state utility commission regulations for Liquefied Natural Gas facilities as defined in 49 CFR, subpart 193. This is achieved through field activities associated with the normal plant maintenance of gas conditioning, cryogenic gas processing, compression, and liquid vaporization equipment. The SCADA and instrumentation systems are necessary to monitor each of the activities (Standby, Liquefaction and Vaporization Modes) as needed to maintain system safety, reliability and send out.
This position is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective maintenance of the equipment, systems and infrastructure and assist the development of the maintenance planning programs for the plant. It is expected that the Supervisor, LNG Maintenance, with direction from the Plant Manager, develop operating procedures and preventative maintenance programs on current equipment, make recommendations on future installations and ensure safe and reliable operations of plant facilities. The incumbent must ensure all required reports, documentation and information are properly maintained and stored.
In addition, the individual works with maintenance planning tools and performs work as part of a maintenance program to ensure the plant’s equipment and systems are maintained in operating condition. The plant’s equipment and systems include plant process controls and automation systems; cryogenic equipment including pumps, compressors, blowers, vaporizers, and storage tanks; gas generators; electrical systems; utilities systems (air, nitrogen, water, sump pumps); fire protection and hazard detection systems; and security systems.
Routine internal contacts include management in the following areas: Gas Control, Engineering and Technical Services, System Integrity and Measurement and Regulation. External liaisons include state and federal regulatory officials, local law enforcement, local emergency response, contractors, and trade associations.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Complete time entry of direct reports, assign daily work schedules, ensure monthly safety audits are performed, invoices processed, environmental compliance, maintenance of equipment, procurement of parts and supplies, maintain spare parts inventory, and aid in site project management.
- Complete maintenance records and procedures as required utilizing a computer-based CMMS system as well as PNG internal systems. Provide verification that daily equipment operating sheets have been checked for errors / omissions before filing. Maintain up-to-date maintenance records on all equipment. Assist in maintaining plant security and security systems. Check video equipment for proper operation and verify security logbook.
- Provide supervision, directions and technical guidance to direct and indirect reports. Ensure the professional development of direct reports. Cast a shadow of safety first within the workgroup
- Assist Plant Manager in the financial planning and operation of the facility. Assure the reliability and readiness of the plant for peak-shaving opportunities. Perform other duties as assigned
Basic/Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- Five or more years of experience in LNG Plant operations or maintenance; or equivalent experience
- Possess thorough knowledge of OSHA safety policies.
- Excellent leadership skills consistent with Piedmont core values and leadership competences
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude including skills to maintain a wide range of plant components ranging from controls to large compressors
- Demonstrated competency in a Windows environment to include a working knowledge of spreadsheets and word-processing applications
Desired Qualifications:
- Managerial/Supervisory experience with strong decision-making skills
- Demonstrated project management experience
- Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting and project development
- Practical knowledge of federal regulations defined by 49 CFR 193 and NFPA 59A
- 5 years knowledge of plant operations
- Possess thorough knowledge of Duke/PNG policies
- Able to work independently
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Working Conditions:
- Onsite Mobility Classification - Work will be performed at a company facility. On-site employees are also required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location, not greater than 50 miles one way.
- Sedentary work exerting negligible amount of force frequently or constantly and/or up to 70 lbs. of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting at a computer, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time
- Able to walk over uneven terrain
- Able to climb tall structures
- Able to work with natural gas temperatures ranging from -250 degrees F to 600 degrees F and pressures up to 1000 psi
Other Requirements:
- Flexibility on work hours - on-call 24 hours per day for emergencies
- May be required to work some nights
Travel Requirements
5-15%