GAS SYS MECH III

General Summary of Job Responsibilities

This position assists higher-rated employees and performs routine operations, maintenance, repair, and construction activities associated with the natural gas system. Essential duties include inspecting and applying protective coatings, performing maintenance and repairs, operating and troubleshooting equipment, and conducting patrols.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect, prepare, and apply protective coatings to gas piping, equipment, structures, and associated facilities.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on buildings, grounds, and facilities, including glass replacement, masonry repairs, asphalt patching, and painting.
• Operate, lubricate, adjust, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs on vehicles, trucks, compressors, tractors, hoists, power take-off equipment, and other mechanical equipment.
• Absorb and assist with the overhaul, maintenance, and repair of compressors and related gas system equipment.
• Operate construction and excavation equipment including trenching machines, backhoes, backfillers, and similar equipment when assigned.
• Assemble, install, and maintain threaded and mechanical piping systems and fittings.
• Collect, record, and report operational data from instruments, gauges, charts, and monitoring equipment. Perform basic calculations and maintain required documentation.
• Conduct vehicle and foot patrol inspections and surveys of gas system facilities and infrastructure.
• Assist with starting, stopping, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining automated gas compressor engines and associated systems.
• Support emergency response, maintenance, construction, and operational activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties and related work as required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to safely operate motor vehicles, equipment, and machinery used in gas operations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required operator licenses, endorsements, and certifications.
• Ability to read and interpret gauges, charts, operational data, and work instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and applicable environmental and safety procedures.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather and field conditions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow direction from higher-rated employees and supervisors.
• Demonstrated aptitude and ability to perform the duties associated with higher-rated positions within the occupational group.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to perform utility operations, maintenance, and repair work.
• Experience operating and maintaining vehicles, tools, equipment, and machinery used in gas utility operations is preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Must successfully pass the Company's validated aptitude testing process.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and any required endorsements.
• Must meet all Company qualifications for operating motor vehicles and equipment.
• Must be available to work overtime, emergency assignments, and on-call schedules as required.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive compensation packages.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Up to 13 paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).