Gas Mechanic Journey or Apprentice

Interstate Power & Light Co.; Robinson Crossroads (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy seeks an Apprentice/Journey level Gas Maintenance Technician to install, maintain and operate natural gas mains and services. The role requires safety-first work, annual qualification on plastic fusion, and the ability to interpret manuals.

Primary residence should be within commuting distance to designated headquarters. The position entails tapping, repairing, and replacing mains, meters, regulators, and related equipment, using fusion and mechanical fittings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• CDL may be required per policy.
• CPR and first aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and operate gas mains, services, and related equipment safely.
• Fabricate and install gas system facilities including meters and regulators.
• Install and repair plastic and steel mains and services with fusion/mechanical fittings.
• Qualify yearly on plastic fusion methods.
• Tap and stop mains, obtain required operator qualification passing grades.
• Work with high pressure tapping equipment and power tools.
• Inspect lines, locate underground facilities, and perform leak checks.
• Communicate professionally with the public and customers.
• Report to work fit for duty and comply with safety rules.

Skills

Verbal communication

Safety mindset

Operate heavy equipment

Operate hand and power tools

Read and comprehend manuals

Mathematical reading/comprehension

Public interaction

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy! At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say \"I am energy\", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

Training Locations

• Centerville Operations Center
• Grinnell Operations Center
• IPL Technical Training Center
• Knoxville Operations Center
• Osceola Operations Center

Residency Requirements: Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 35 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.

Job Summary

Install, maintain, and operate natural gas plastic and metal mains, services, related equipment, and other duties as may be necessary to provide natural gas service to customers.

This role may be filled at the Apprentice or Journey level dependent upon qualifications.

What you will do

• Perform all duties so as to insure personal safety as well as the safety of other employees and the public.
• Fabricate, install, and maintain various gas system facilities such as distribution regulator stations, large volume meter sets, odorizer equipment, gas meter assemblies, etc.
• Install, remove, replace and repair natural gas mains, services, pressure regulators, meters, valves, and other related gas distribution facilities, including the installation of plastic mains and services using fusion and mechanical fittings.
• Required to qualify once a year on all forms of plastic fusion such as butt fusion, socket fusion and electro fusion.
• Tap and stop both plastic and steel mains and services.
• Obtain an 80% passing grade on operator qualification tests.
• May be required to assist tapping crews.
• Properly wrap metal mains and services.
• Cut, thread, and assemble screwed joint pipe and fittings.
• Install mechanical joints and repair sleeves, repair clamps, or pipe (on gas mains and services).
• Sets-up, operates and taps live main lines, and install branch and service connections using high pressure tapping equipment.
• Operate power tools and excavating and ditching equipment as required.
• Install, maintain, and replace various types of metering and regulating equipment.
• Perform various leak detections and cathodic protection surveys using gas detection equipment.
• Install and maintain cathodic protection on gas mains and services.
• Communicate with the public and customer in a professional and courteous manner.
• Respond to blowing gas or severe carbon monoxide situations in a safe and timely manner.
• Respond to and perform leak calls such as inside and outside gas odors and carbon monoxide investigations.
• Install, test for, and maintain cathodic protection devices on gas mains and services, have knowledge of all cathodic protection devices such as test stations, insulators, and anodes, have a general knowledge of krik cells and rectifiers.
• Inspect contract gas construction as required according to all local, State and Federal codes.
• Patrol and inspect gas distribution lines and equipment.
• Locate underground facilities using pipe/cable-locating equipment.
• Incidental to the responsibilities listed, operate a Company owned vehicle/equipment, operate various air, hydraulic, and electric power tools, and provide for the maintenance of all equipment assigned to him/her.
• Perform incidental duties such as changing of pressure charts, checking of odorizers, etc.
• Perform such clerical work as may be needed to provide and maintain the necessary reports and records required by the Company.
• All other gas maintenance or construction duties as assigned which includes hands-on, paperwork, and limited CAD, MDT, or computer work as necessary.
• If physically able (based on medical examination), use SCBA equipment and fire suits to possibly enter an atmosphere of blowing gas in an emergency situation.
• Basic knowledge of appliance and relighting of appliances.
• Install cablevision, telephone, and electrical line during new and replacement projects.
• Work in confined spaces and may be exposed to blowing and burning gas.
• Perform other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.
• Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug & alcohol abuse.
• These job duties are not an inclusive list of duties. These duties are intended to be a general job description for the major duties to be performed by this position.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED

Other Requirements

This classification shall be required to hold a CDL and may operate vehicles that require the possession of a CDL (company policy regarding CDL applies to this classification).

This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA (Part 382) and PHMSA (Part 199) regulations.

Primary residence is within 30 minutes drive time of designated main office.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good verbal communication skills.
• Have the ability to safely operate heavy equipment, hand and power tools, and other machinery.
• Knowledge of confined spaces, trenching and shoring standards.
• Read and comprehend company operating standards, right to know information, safety rules, and equipment and technical manuals.
• Must possess good reading and math comprehension skill.
• Certified in CPR and first aid.
• Good mechanical ability.
• Work harmoniously with other employees.
• Know and practice good public relations.
• Wear and use all safety equipment.

Pay Range

$38.46 - $49.63

Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.

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Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

It’s an exciting time to join Alliant Energy! We focus on creating a culture of belonging. We want everyone to bring their unique perspectives and experiences and be themselves. This helps us all contribute to solving the energy challenges facing our region. Itstarts at an individual level, with every employee asking, “What makes me unique?” Leaders engage with their teams to ensure they have the tools to be successful in their careers. What you need to reach your goals may be different from what a co-worker needs. Everyone has a fair shot at success. A culture of belonging ensures that everyone contributes their unique perspective.This environment contributes to fresh thinking, innovative solutions andPowering What’s Nextfor our customers. We strive for employee engagement and connection. We want our employees to have the opportunity to bring their whole selves to work.