Gasfitter Class B, Fort St. John, BC

Pacific Northern Gas (N. E.) Ltd; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Northern Gas Ltd. in Fort St. John, BC, is seeking a Gasfitter Class B to service residential and commercial gas systems. The role involves installing and maintaining gas regulation equipment, reading meters, and responding to gas distribution issues.

Qualifications include Grade 12, a valid BC Driver’s license, and a Gasfitter Class B license with the two-year apprenticeship or equivalent training. This position is hourly and within the IBEW bargaining unit.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education.
• Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Must hold a valid Gasfitter Class B License and have completed the two-year Gas Fitters Apprenticeship Program or other Company recognized training.
• Be competent in technical aspects related to public safety, customer relations and the welfare of the Company’s property.
• Electrical endorsement required for Class GBEE ticket holders.
• Experience in electronics, appliance repairs and trouble shooting.
• Must demonstrate safe work habits and adherence to safety regulations.
• Duties will include meter reading, chart changing, assisting with the installation and removal of meters, painting and minor maintenance of equipment and facilities servicing the distribution system.
• Some travel within the PNG systems may be required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and adjust residential and commercial gas equipment on customer premises and maintain gas regulation equipment.
• Install and maintain gas measurement and pressure regulation equipment.
• Monitor and assist in regulation equipment at Company stations; operate stand-by station as needed.
• Promote gas service sign-ups, read meters, investigate leaks, and conduct safety inspections.
• Provide training and direction to subordinate technicians.
• Perform stand-by duties and respond to distribution emergencies.

Skills

Public safety

Customer relations

Effective communication

Physical fitness

Safe work habits

Education

Grade 12 education

Gas fitter training program or equivalent

Tools

Gasfitting tools

Job description

Pacific Northern Gas
Fort St John, BC, CAN

Description

Pacific Northern Gas Ltd. (PNG), a subsidiary of TriSummit Utilities Inc., owns and operates natural gas transmission and distribution systems in British Columbia’s lower Peace River, west central, and north coast regions. PNG’s western transmission line extends from the Enbridge gas transmission system north of Prince George along the Highway 16 and Highway 37 south corridors to Terrace and then onto the port communities of Kitimat and Prince Rupert, providing transportation and gas services to twelve communities and a number of industrial facilities. In the Province’s northeast, Pacific Northern Gas (N.E.) Ltd. provides gas transmission and distribution service in the Dawson Creek, Fort St. John and Tumbler Ridge areas.

PNG’s Operations department in the Northwest has an immediate opening for a qualified Gasfitter Class B in Fort St. John, BC.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repair and make adjustments to residential and commercial equipment on customer premises, install and maintain gas measurement and pressure regulations equipment on customer premises and monitor and assist in the installation and maintenance of gas pressure regulation equipment at Company Regulating stations. Operate and maintain a stand-by station for emergency or peak shaving (Prince Rupert area).
• Promote the sale of gas, complete sign-ups of new customers, read meters, investigate reports of gas leaks, perform routine safety inspections on customer premises and take action to protect the public from any unsafe act or condition pertaining to the distribution of natural gas within his/her authority.
• Assist other Company personnel as directed and prepare all required documents and paperwork relative to sales and service duties.
• Provide training and direction to subordinate Customer Service Technicians.
• Perform stand-by duties and carry a pager or cell phone.
• Assist and temporarily perform Customer Service Representative duties.
• Respond to emergencies on the distribution system and direct and carry out appropriate actions involving damage to the system or the escape of gas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 education.
• Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Must hold a valid Gasfitter Class B License and have successfully completed the two-year Gas Fitters Apprenticeship Program or other Company recognized training program.
• Be competent in technical aspects related to public safety, customer relations and the welfare of the Company’s property.
• Electrical endorsement required for Class GBEE ticket holders.
• Experience in electronics, appliance repairs and trouble shooting.
• Must demonstrate safe work habits and adherence to safety regulations and practice on sustained basis.
• Must be able to carry out duties with minimum supervisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and written.
• Good physical condition.
• Ability to work long hours in adverse weather and terrain conditions.
• Duties will include meter reading, chart changing, assisting with the installation and removal of meters, painting and minor maintenance of equipment and facilities servicing the distribution system.
• Some travel within the PNG systems may be required.

This position is within our bargaining unit (IBEW). Hourly Rate: $48.89

Pacific Northern Gas and TSU strives to cultivate a workplace in which everyone feels welcomed and encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone wants to work where they feel a sense of belonging, where they are valued for their differences and are encouraged to participate and contribute openly. We recognize the importance of both inclusion and diversity, and we are committed to advance our culture to ensure diversity of thought.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, but only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.