Gas Equipment Operator I/Pipefitter Apprentice

City of Hastings; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hastings is seeking a Gas Equipment Operator I/Pipefitter Apprentice to assist in the maintenance, construction, and repair of natural gas distribution systems. This full-time position requires a high school diploma and relevant experience, with comprehensive training and support available. Candidates must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within six months and reside within 30 minutes of the duty station.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience with a natural gas company, preferably one year as a pipefitter.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and obtain a Class A CDL within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation and maintenance of gas distribution mains.
• Operate digging equipment and perform excavation work at construction sites.
• Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.

Skills

Maintenance

Construction

Operation of heavy machinery

Pipefitting

Education

High school graduation

Job description

City of Hastings
1228 North Denver Avenue
Hastings, NE 68901 [phone]

Gas Equipment Operator I/Pipefitter Apprentice

Available Until: 5:00 pm CST, July 1, 2025

Department

Utilities - Gas

Description of Work

Under the direct supervision of the Gas Crew Chief, performs a variety of skilled and unskilled work in maintenance, construction and repair of gas department mains, structures, and customer service lines. Operates digging equipment, backhoes, directional drilling equipment, trenchers, and tampers.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Assist with the layout, assembly, installation, maintenance, repair and removal of underground/above ground natural gas distribution mains, services, equipment, and meter activity.
• Digs and fills holes and ditches for gas department and other departments as assigned at construction sites with department equipment, machinery, and vehicles.
• Assists at construction sites excavating and backfilling trenches and ditches by hand. Grade or level trench bases using hand tools and operate tamping machines. Restore landscaping.
• Assists in the operation of Directional Drilling and locating equipment for boring under streets, sidewalks, yards, and other obstructions.
• Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading. Cleans, paints, coats and wraps gas pipe. Tap mains and does gas piping under supervision.
• Adjusts and makes minor repairs on department equipment and keeps equipment clean and in good working order.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to graduation of high school plus two years’ experience with natural gas company preferably with one year experience as a pipefitter or pipefitter apprentice. And/or other applicable underground construction experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess valid driver's license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License within six (6) months of hire.

See job description for complete details.

HOURS

40 hours per week.
Monday - Friday, day hours, subject to recall

Residency Requirement

30 minutes from duty station, per Google Maps, within six months of hire.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested individuals may apply online (link available at top of this page).

Deadline to apply: 5:00 pm CST, July 1, 2025

EOE/M/F/D/Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace/E-verify Participant
This position is subject to veteran's preference per Neb. statute 48-225 thru 48-227.

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