Construction Operator 1, 2 or Sr – Herington, Kansas

Atmos Energy Corporation; Kansas; On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays and Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Health Insurance

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Atmos Energy Corporation in Kansas is seeking a Construction Operator at multiple levels, with a Monday–Friday schedule, 7:30 am–4:00 pm, and overtime/call-out as needed. The role involves installing and maintaining natural gas lines, meters, and regulators at the Herington location, with a residency requirement.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. OQ training will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required per company standards.
• OQ (Operator Qualifications) and classroom training required for position.
• Effective communication with internal/external customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic, routine work using clearly prescribed procedures; seek guidance for deviations.
• Assist in installation and maintenance of natural gas lines, meters and regulators.
• May assist in conducting leakage surveys and reporting as required.
• Complete and maintain accurate records to comply with regulations.
• May hold stand-by duty, work shifts, holidays, weekends, and emergency call-outs.
• Ensure safety and proper operation of assigned vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Welding

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The standard schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. Additional overtime, stand‑by, and call‑out are required. This position will work from the Herington, Kansas location. Residency requirement applies. Welding experience preferred but not required. Hourly Pay Range: $23.00 - $30.00 based upon experience. This position can be filled as a Construction Operator 1, Construction Operator 2 or Sr Construction Operator, based upon experience. At Atmos Energy, we enjoy an employee‑focused culture with rewarding work, competitive pay, work‑life balance, inclusion and diversity, and excellent benefits. At Atmos Energy, we offer benefit eligibility on the first day of employment and they include:

Benefits

• Company-Provided Benefits Holidays and Paid Time Off Parental Leave Retirement Savings Plan (Matching and Fixed Annual Company Contribution) Annual Bonus Opportunity Employee Assistance Program Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans Basic Life Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Company Contribution with HDHP Employee Assistance Program Wellness Programs LifeLock Identity Theft Protection Paid Training Linked-In Learning
• Voluntary Benefits Retirement Savings Plan Medical Insurance and Prescription Drug Coverage Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Employee/Dependent Life Insurance Employee/Dependent Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Healthcare, Dependent Care and Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts
• Top Employer Recognitions America’s Best Employers – Forbes Magazine The 100 Most Trustworthy Companies in America – Forbes Magazine Top Places to Work – Dallas Morning News Best Places to Work – Mississippi Business Journal Best Place to Learn – Dallas Chapter of the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO LIST ALL OF THE DUTIES THAT ARE OR MAY BE PERFORMED IN THIS POSITION

Primary Duties

• 1. Performs basic, routine work using clearly prescribed procedures. Seeks advice and guidance for any deviations from the norm.
• 2. Assists in the installation and maintenance of natural gas lines, meters and regulators.
• 3. May assist in conducting leakage surveys.
• 4. Completes and maintains accurate records and reports to comply with Company and regulatory requirements.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. May be required to hold stand‑by duty, work shifts, holidays, weekends, emergency call outs, and occasional extended hours.
• 2. Is subject to reporting outside regular work area.
• 3. Identifies, addresses, and reports safety and encroachment issues to their resolution and completion.
• 4. Is responsible for the safe operation and inspection of assigned Company vehicles and equipment.
• 5. Demonstrates support for and adheres to the Company's values, strategies, policies and procedures and learns the core values of AtmoSpirit, Customer Service, Safety and the Company's Code of Conduct both as an individual contributor, team member and/or leader of others.
• 6. Must become familiar with the contents of the Safety Manual, live by the spirit of its intent and become involved in creating and maintaining a safe working environment. Must complete all required safety training.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Educational/Experience Level Requires a general educational knowledge normally acquired through a high school diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Requires valid driver's license in accordance with Company standards. Certificates, Licenses, etc. While at this level, completes assigned classes, Operator Qualifications (OQ) and OJT specific to Construction Learning Path. Must obtain and maintain position Operator Qualifications (OQs) and classroom training for position and any other required OQs and classroom training or certifications. Computer Skills Requires ability to utilize the Company's internet/intranet web site and available resources for data entry, reference and/or retrieval tasks. Communication Skills Requires the ability to communicate with internal/external customers in order to obtain and/or provide basic types of factual information. Work Conditions Works outdoors in all types of weather and may be exposed to extremes of climate and temperatures, high noise levels, rough terrain, and occasional work on ladders, roofs, attics, and under houses as well as confined spaces. May require overnight travel. May have residence requirement due to call‑out response time. Works as an individual contributor and/or as member of a team.

Physical Demands

• 1. Ability to lift 88 pounds from the ground to 38 inches. (Ex: lifting and carrying a jackhammer).
• 2. Ability to carry 88 pounds a distance of 5 feet. (Ex: lifting and carrying a jackhammer).
• 3. Ability to generate 100-foot pounds of pulling force at a contact point of 25 inches. (Ex: pulling manhole cover).
• 4. Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and/or crouch.
• 5. Requires the acute sense of sight and hearing (corrected or uncorrected) and strong sense of smell.

Other Requirements As a Safety‑Sensitive position, pre and post employment screenings, including but not limited to drug testing as outlined by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), and motor vehicle record (MVR) background checks are required. Atmos Energy Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Family: Construction Atmos Energy Corporation, a natural gas-only distributor, is an S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas. We safely deliver reliable, affordable, efficient and abundant natural gas to more than 3 million distribution customers in over 1,400 communities across eight states located primarily in the South. As part of our vision to be the safest provider of natural gas services, we are modernizing our business and infrastructure while continuing to invest in safety, innovation, environmental sustainability and our communities. Atmos Energy manages proprietary pipeline and storage assets, including one of the largest intrastate natural gas pipeline systems in Texas.