Gas Leak Survey Technician

GridHawk LLC; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

GridHawk LLC in Lee's Summit, Missouri is seeking a Leak Survey Technician who will primarily identify gas leaks in the field. The role involves using various tools and procedures under the supervision of a Project Coordinator while ensuring safety standards are met.

Candidates need a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and must pass a background check and DOT drug test. Full-time position with hourly pay between $17.00 - $19.00.

Qualifications

• Candidates must complete a background check with no violations in the last 5 years.
• Must pass a DOT drug test.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Detect and classify gas leaks in designated areas.
• Locate and assess the origin of damage and gas leaks.
• Record and process effective data.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Knowledge of safe worksite practices

Industry standard locating equipment

Tech device usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

GridHawk LLC, The Premier Provider for Utility Services is seeking to fill the position for our Leak Survey Department. The leak survey technician will focus primarily on identifying gas leaks within their given area of work, assessing the pipeline in order to record and identify the origin of damage and leaks for the client. The leak survey technician will utilize many procedures and tools in order to detect and evaluate new and ongoing leaks. They will work under the supervision of the Project Coordinator. The Project Coordinator will identify workloads, identify continued developmental needs, and assist with the execution of all work‑related tasks. The leak survey technician will predominantly be in the field, visiting various locations within a day’s work. They will utilize routing practices and should be well organized.

In order to obtain employment with GridHawk LLC, candidates must complete a background check. Company policy requires no violations within the last 5 years. Candidates must also take and pass a DOT drug test.

Equipment Provided:

• Company vehicle, laptop and smartphone
• Uniforms and all personal protective equipment

Description

• Accurately detect and classify gas leaks while inspecting designated areas
• Locate and accurately assess the origin of damage and gas leaks
• Record and process effective data
• Paperwork, notifications, etc.
• Utilize tools in order to effectively complete job tasks
• Use of prints, maps, and past records
• Utilize locating tools, technology, and equipment
• Effective communication with Project Management
• Daily check‑ins
• Completed reports
• Target completion

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate (Required)
• Valid driver’s license (Required)
• No more than 3 moving violations within a rolling 5‑year period (Required)
• Satisfactory background screening (Required)
• Negative DOT pre‑employment drug screen (Required)

Essential Skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to be able to work smoothly with citizens, company, contractor representatives, and customers
• Knowledge and understanding of safe worksite practices
• Working within and utilizing existing utility standard designs
• Use and basic maintenance of industry standard locating equipment
• Experience using basic communication and tech devices

Physical Requirements

• Capable of moving about on construction work sites, public streets and parkways
• Capable of lifting up to 50/75lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel or sit for extended periods
• Hand‑eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various measurement, locating and testing instruments

Work Environment

• Work safely outside in all weather conditions year‑round
• Occasionally work in excavations areas and roadways
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration
• The noise level in the work environment is occasionally moderate to loud

Salary / Job Classification

• Full‑time
• Hourly Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience

• AutoCAD: 1 year (Preferred)

License / Certification

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road