Keeping the Path Clear: Caring for Your Right of Way

The land surrounding pipelines and energy infrastructure is a vital pathway. Just like any important road, it needs regular care to stay safe, accessible, and environmentally sound. That’s where MJP Energy Services steps in. With a history stretching back over half a century, we’ve grown from a local painting company to a dedicated team focused on ensuring these pathways – your Right of Ways (ROWs) – are in top condition. We bring a wealth of experience, a strong focus on safety, and a practical approach to managing these essential corridors across many states. We understand that a well-maintained ROW not only keeps things running smoothly but also saves you headaches and costs down the line.

From our early days in 1970, MJP Energy Services, a proud division of M J Painting Contractor Corp., has adapted and grown.

Starting with residential painting, we expanded into commercial and industrial work by 1976. Recognizing the evolving needs of the energy sector, we established our Oil & Gas Division in 2004, culminating in the dedicated Energy Service Division in 2023.

This journey reflects our commitment to understanding and meeting the diverse needs of our clients over the past 55 years. Today, with a team of over 40 people working in more than 18 states each year, we have the reach and know-how to handle significant ROW maintenance projects.

Safety: Our Personal Commitment

Safety is a core value at MJP. Understanding ROW work hazards, we proactively ensure everyone returns home safely through:

  • Regular Team Check-ins: Bi-weekly company-wide safety meetings for updates and awareness.
  • Job-Specific Safety Talks: Pre-job meetings addressing unique project risks and mitigation.
  • Daily On-Site Reminders: “Tailgate” meetings reinforcing safety and addressing immediate concerns.
  • Providing the Right Gear: Ensuring mandatory use of necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

This commitment offers peace of mind, knowing our team diligently avoids common ROW hazards like accidents, asset damage, overlooked markers, challenging terrain, and issues like erosion or fallen trees.

Planning the Work: A Clear Path

We at MJP believe in open communication and clear project understanding from the start. Our straightforward, collaborative bidding process includes:

  • Seeing is Believing: Visiting your operations for a firsthand scope assessment.
  • Using the Right Maps: Utilizing tools like Google Earth and KMZ files for aerial views, terrain understanding, and accurate measurements.
  • Spotting Potential Issues Early: Identifying hazards during pre-bid meetings for proactive planning.
  • Flexible Pricing Options: Offering per-mile, daily, or not-to-exceed time and materials cost structures.

This approach ensures you have a clear picture of the work involved and the associated costs, building trust and transparency from the outset.

Taking Control: Proactive ROW Care

We understand that ROW neglect leads to larger problems and costs. Our proactive approach emphasizes that regular maintenance is more affordable and efficient long-term. We offer tailored mowing programs (typically 1-3 years) and utilize heavy-duty equipment like skid steers with specialized cutters and mulchers for overgrown areas.

Effective ROW care helps by:

  • Keeping Neighbors Happy: Reducing landowner complaints through tidy, accessible corridors.
  • Preventing Misuse: Discouraging unauthorized ROW activities.
  • Stopping Small Problems: Managing small trees and preventing overgrowth.
  • Being Environmentally Conscious: Using appropriate equipment and techniques to minimize ecological disruption, considering nesting seasons and preventing erosion.

On the Ground: Efficient Execution

When the MJP team is on your ROW, we work with a clear plan and a focus on efficiency:

  • Eyes on the Ground: Diligent hazard marking by ground crews ensures operator safety.
  • Keeping Edges Clean: Weed whacking hard-to-reach areas.
  • Clearing the Way: Using appropriate machinery for effective mowing and clearing.
  • Matching the Machine: Selecting equipment based on terrain for optimal efficiency and minimal impact.
  • Tracking Progress: Setting clear mowing goals and milestones for on-schedule completion.
  • Keeping Everyone Informed: Providing regular field reports on daily activities.
  • Planning for Tomorrow: Creating daily Plans of Action (POAs) for smooth workflow.

The Right Tools: Our Equipment

We’ve invested in a diverse fleet for any ROW challenge:

  • Standard Mowing: Tractors with rotary mowers for large, open areas.
  • Tough Terrain: Powerful CAT skid steers with high-flow hydraulics for demanding attachments.
  • Brush Clearing: Severe-duty brush cutters for thick vegetation.
  • Mulching: Fecon attachments for efficient vegetation management.
  • Wet Areas: Marsh Masters for minimal impact in wetlands.
  • Steep Slopes: Remote-controlled mowers for safe operation on hills.
  • High Branches: Giraffe side trimmers for canopy maintenance.
  • Woody Debris: Wood chippers for processing limbs and trees.
  • ROW Transport: UTVs for efficient ground crew movement.
  • Handheld Work: Reliable Stihl power equipment for detailed tasks.

Proper equipment maintenance is crucial for efficiency and quality, and we maintain a stock of necessary tools and parts to minimize downtime.

Keeping You Informed: Trustworthy Reports and Inspections

We believe in keeping you informed every step of the way:

  • Plan Alignment Checks: Regularly inspecting work to ensure it meets the agreed scope.
  • Comprehensive Documentation: Recording hazards, issues, and concerns.
  • Land Protection Verification: Ensuring no unintended surface disturbance.
  • Clear Updates: Sharing work logs, detailed reports with GPS-tagged photos, and regular summaries.

This ensures transparency and confidence in our work.

Experienced Leadership: Guiding Your Project

Our projects are led by a team of knowledgeable professionals with years of experience in ROW maintenance, focusing on:

  • Expertise: Utilizing our deep understanding of ROW challenges and best practices.
  • Timeliness: Developing and adhering to detailed timelines.
  • Open Communication: Providing regular updates and readily addressing questions.
  • Safety Enforcement: Strictly enforcing PPE use for a safe work environment.

This experienced project management ensures your project is handled efficiently and effectively from start to finish.

Getting It Done Right: Our Commitment

Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch ROW maintenance with a focus on safety, efficiency, and your satisfaction. Our approach includes:

  • Safety First: Ensuring every job is completed safely.
  • Getting Started Quickly: Deploying our team and equipment promptly.
  • Contract Adherence: Mowing and clearing according to the agreed plan.
  • Thoroughness: Addressing all areas unless safety concerns are mutually agreed upon.
  • Exceeding Expectations: Striving for exceptional service.
  • Respecting Your Property: Minimizing land disturbance.
  • Client Approval: Seeking your sign-off upon completion.
  • Leaving Cleanly: Promptly removing equipment and leaving the site clean.

Partnering with MJP Energy Services means choosing a team that understands the importance of a well-maintained Right of Way. We bring experience, a safety commitment, clear communication, and a dedication to doing the job right, ensuring the long-term health and functionality of this vital energy infrastructure.

Visit our website for more information about our Right of Way Maintenance services.

ABOUT MJP Energy Services – MJP Energy Services is a division of M J Painting Contractor Corp., a nationwide leader in blasting, coating and painting services. Since 1970, their expertise has spanned the renewable energy and oil and natural gas industries, with flagship services in comprehensive interior and exterior painting solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. They hold many safety and industry certifications and are members of numerous associations. Headquartered in Olean, New York, M J Painting Contractor Corp. has leveraged its expertise and commitment to quality over the years to grow exponentially with multiple locations. The company offers a comprehensive collection of services while acting as the parent company to divisions including MJP Energy Services and Signature Concrete Floor Coatings.