Gas Mechanic Journey or Apprentice

About the role

Install, maintain, and operate natural gas plastic and metal mains, services, related equipment, and other duties as may be necessary to provide natural gas service to customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties so as to insure personal safety as well as the safety of other employees and the public.
• Fabricate, install, and maintain various gas system facilities such as distribution regulator stations, large volume meter sets, odorizer equipment, gas meter assemblies, etc.
• Install, remove, replace and repair natural gas mains, services, pressure regulators, meters, valves, and other related gas distribution facilities, including the installation of plastic mains and services using fusion and mechanical fittings.
• Qualify once a year on all forms of plastic fusion such as butt fusion, socket fusion and electro fusion.
• Tap and stop both plastic and steel mains and services.
• Obtain an 80% passing grade on operator qualification tests.
• Assist tapping crews.
• Properly wrap metal mains and services.
• Cut, thread, and assemble screwed joint pipe and fittings.
• Install mechanical joints and repair sleeves, repair clamps, or pipe (on gas mains and services).
• Sets-up, operates and taps live main lines, and install branch and service connections using high pressure tapping equipment.
• Operate power tools and excavating and ditching equipment as required.
• Install, maintain, and replace various types of metering and regulating equipment.
• Perform various leak detections and cathodic protection surveys using gas detection equipment.
• Install and maintain cathodic protection on gas mains and services.
• Communicate with the public and customer in a professional and courteous manner.
• Respond to blowing gas or severe carbon monoxide situations in a safe and timely manner.
• Respond to and perform leak calls such as inside and outside gas odors and carbon monoxide investigations.
• Install, test for, and maintain cathodic protection devices on gas mains and services, have knowledge of all cathodic protection devices such as test stations, insulators, and anodes, have a general knowledge of krik cells and rectifiers.
• Patrol and inspect gas distribution lines and equipment.
• Locate underground facilities using pipe/cable-locating equipment.
• Incidental to the responsibilities listed, operate a Company owned vehicle/equipment, operate various air, hydraulic, and electric power tools, and provide for the maintenance of all equipment assigned to him/her.
• Perform incidental duties such as changing of pressure charts, checking of odorizers, etc.
• Perform such clerical work as may be needed to provide and maintain the necessary reports and records required by the Company.
• If physically able (based on medical examination), use SCBA equipment and fire suits to possibly enter an atmosphere of blowing gas in an emergency situation.
• Basic knowledge of appliance and relighting of appliances.
• Install cablevision, telephone, and electrical line during new and replacement projects.
• Work in confined spaces and may be exposed to blowing and burning gas.
• Perform other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.
• Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug & alcohol abuse.

Requirements

• Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 35 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.
• Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, including but not limited to the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb stairs, and work in confined spaces.
• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and meet the physical requirements for operating a commercial motor vehicle.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, as well as a background check.
• Must be certified in CPR and first aid.
• Must have good mechanical ability.
• Must be able to work harmoniously with other employees.
• Must have good reading and math comprehension skills.
• Must have knowledge of confined spaces, trenching and shoring standards.
• Must read and comprehend company operating standards, right to know information, safety rules, and equipment and technical manuals.
• Must be willing to work in a variety of weather conditions and environments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and be available for overtime as needed.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to follow all company policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to work in a safe manner and follow all safety guidelines.
• Must be able to work in a diverse and multicultural environment.
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