Gas Distribution Technician
Job Summary:
Performs quality construction and maintenance on gas distributions system, propane-air plant and other related functions. Safely operates and maintains several types of construction equipment minimizing down time and maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction. To perform layout work required for the installation and repair of gas distribution system and related equipment.
Essential Functions:
- Assembles, installs, repairs, tests and maintains the gas distribution system and related equipment, including but not limited to gas meters and regulators to assure safe, continuous service to customers. Responds to emergency situations to maintain public and personal safety.
- Operates equipment/tools used in the protection, repair, replacement and installation of new gas mains and services, including preparation and restoration of the construction site for completion of assigned projects.
- Performs routine operator maintenance on all equipment/tools used in and associated with the construction, maintenance, and repair and testing of the gas distributions system. To assure safe, efficient performance and minimizing down time.
- Inspects distribution system maps and drawings to determine location, gas flow patterns and pressures, and to ensure that components used in repairing and adding to the system are appropriate.
- Follows the Operations Manual procedures and inspects work of the crew for compliance with all company codes and those of local, state and federal agencies.
- Performs other related tasks including, but not limited to, leak survey work, line locating, foreign construction work, store-keeping, meter reading, chart changing, transporting equipment, and fleet and facilities maintenance to ensure efficient operation of the work.
- Participates in external and internal training, including online, field and classroom, to increase job knowledge and certify qualifications. Advises and assists other employees on-the-job to provide technical, safety and procedural knowledge.
- Maintains a professional working relationship with internal and external customers.
Basic Qualifications:
Education:
- High school diploma or GED
- Requires successful completion of a certification program at an accredited educational institution in natural gas distribution, installation and repair, or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent technical skills.
Experience:
- Requires no prior work-related experience.