Gas Survey Technician - KC

About the role

Southern Cross is hiring for a full-time position that includes surveying natural gas pipelines along with the opportunity to travel to other locations around the country driving our Advanced Mobile Leak Detection (AMLD) vehicle. In this dual role as a gas leak survey technician and driver, we are seeking employees with the flexibility to work days and nights as needed depending on the role that is assigned.

Driving assignments will have varied durations, from 3 days to 6 months and are primarily completed at night. You will receive per diem for meals and approved expenses when traveling, paid travel and hotel. The Field Service Technician will fly or drive to AMLD assignments depending on distance from home project.

Some comfort with technology and a willingness to learn in a technical environment is preferred. In this position, you can expect to drive nightly, typically 8 hours per day working 3rd shift (sundown - early AM).

Responsibilities

• Successfully pass all Operator Qualification training, and testing pertaining to meter work/meter reading to proceed with employment.
• Be flexible to travel up to 75% of the time, including occasional weekends.
• Ability to fly/drive anywhere in the U.S.
• Mechanically inclined and able to troubleshoot technology as needed.
• Ability to drive in all-weather conditions.
• Adhere to all safety and quality policies and procedures.
• Comfortable driving survey vehicle at 15mph for 4 hours straight in between breaks.

Requirements

• Ability to sit and drive 8 hours per day.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling, and walking several miles per day.
• Carry a minimum of 20 lbs. of equipment.
• Effectively communicate with customers in a courteous manner, displaying excellent customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Observe and follow all company/client procedures.
• Possess excellent customer service/communication skills.
• Be available for overtime (which may include weekends).
• Be comfortable using computers/technology.

Pay

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour, with an increase of $0.50 at 60 and 180 days. Rate of pay/shift differential will increase by $1.00 when driving nights. A daily $40.00 per diem for meals and approved expenses when traveling, paid travel and hotel are also included when traveling on AMLD driving assignments. There will also be a $2.00 hour travel stipend when staying in hotels.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package.
• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan & 401K.
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) starting Day 1.
• Paid Holidays.
• Mileage Reimbursement or a Company Vehicle.