Distribution Operator

Atmos Energy Corporation; Forney (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atmos Energy Corporation in Texas seeks a field operations professional to install, maintain, and repair natural gas lines, meters and regulators, and to respond to service requests including connections and leak investigations.

The role requires Sr Level status in service or construction, a valid driver's license, and OQ/certifications within six months, with strong safety and communication skills to coordinate with contractors and customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 4 years total natural gas service and construction and maintenance field experience.
• Must have obtained Sr Level status in either service or construction and maintenance
• Requires a valid driver's license in accordance with Company standards.
• May require CDL, if required see Driver Policy.
• Must obtain and maintain any other required OQs and classroom training or certifications within six months.
• Must obtain and maintain a Competent Person certificate within six months.
• Computer Skills: Requires working knowledge of various software applications for data entry, reference and/or retrieval tasks.
• Communication Skills: Requires the ability to communicate with internal/external customers to obtain and/or provide explanations and/or information.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains and repairs natural gas lines, meters and regulators. Turns natural gas lines on and off, as necessary.
• Responds to customer requests for service including connections, disconnections and leak investigations.
• Operates and maintains heavy and/or specialized equipment and tools in order to dig and backfill ditches load and unload pipe, meter fittings and other materials.
• Reads meters and records consumption for billing. Disconnects delinquent accounts as necessary.
• Assists in providing barricades and channelization services at worksites that are in compliance with Federal and state regulations and Company standards.
• Assists with the investigation and resolution of lost and unaccounted for natural gas.
• Performs welding operations for the installation, maintenance and repair of natural gas mains, service lines, meter guards and regulator stations.
• Plans, monitors, coordinates and inspects work of contractor crews to assure compliance with Federal, state and local codes and regulations as well as Company policies, procedures and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Valid driver's license

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL (if required)

Job description

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

Primary Duties

• Installs, maintains and repairs natural gas lines, meters and regulators. Turns natural gas lines on and off, as necessary.
• Responds to customer requests for service including connections, disconnections and leak investigations.
• Operates and maintains heavy and/or specialized equipment and tools in order to dig and backfill ditches load and unload pipe, meter fittings and other materials.
• Reads meters and records consumption for billing. Disconnects delinquent accounts as necessary.
• Assists in providing barricades and channelization services at worksites that are in compliance with Federal and state regulations and Company standards.
• Assists with the investigation and resolution of lost and unaccounted for natural gas.
• Performs welding operations for the installation, maintenance and repair of natural gas mains, service lines, meter guards and regulator stations.
• Plans, monitors, coordinates and inspects work of contractor crews to assure compliance with Federal, state and local codes and regulations as well as Company policies, procedures and standards.
• May perform compliance related tasks such as leak survey, cathodic protection, odorization, etc.
• Performs activities to assure responsiveness to natural gas and other emergencies.
• Completes and maintains accurate records and reports to comply with Company and regulatory requirements.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• May be required to hold stand-by duty, work shifts, holidays, weekends, emergency call outs, and occasional extensive hours.
• Is subject to reporting outside regular work area.
• Identifies, addresses, and reports safety and encroachment issues to their resolution and completion.
• Is responsible for the safe operation and inspection of assigned Company vehicles and equipment.
• Demonstrates support for and adheres to the Company's values, strategies, policies and procedures and exhibits 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.
• 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: High school diploma or equivalent and 4 years total natural gas service and construction and maintenance field experience

• Must have obtained Sr Level status in either service or construction and maintenance
• Certificates, Licenses, etc.: Must have and maintain minimum Operator Qualifications (OQs) and classroom training for position.
• Requires a valid driver's license in accordance with Company standards.
• May require CDL, if required see Driver Policy.
• Must obtain and maintain any other required OQs and classroom training or certifications within six months.
• Must obtain and maintain a Competent Person certificate within six months.
• Computer Skills: Requires working knowledge of various software applications for data entry, reference and/or retrieval tasks.
• Communication Skills: Requires the ability to communicate with internal/external customers to obtain and/or provide explanations and/or information.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift 88 pounds from the ground to 38 inches. (Ex: lifting and carrying a jackhammer).
• Ability to carry 88 pounds a distance of 5 feet. (Ex: lifting and carrying a jackhammer).
• Ability to generate 100-foot pounds of pulling force at a contact point of 25 inches. (Ex: pulling manhole cover).
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and/or crouch.
• Requires the acute sense of sight and hearing (corrected or uncorrected) and strong sense of smell.

Work Conditions

• Work requires entry to customer premises.
• 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.

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 and 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: Field Operations Leaders

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.