Gas Utility Technician – Field Ops & Meters

Peoples Gas System; Florida; Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Performance bonus

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Peoples Gas System in Daytona is seeking a Utility Technician to operate, service and locate natural gas pipelines, meters and regulators. The role may involve new construction, installation and maintenance of gas distribution systems for residential, commercial and industrial customers.

The candidate will ensure safety, respond to emergencies, and perform related duties as needed. A valid FL driver’s license, basic math and map-reading skills are required, with 1–2 years of experience or 3–4

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited school/institution.
• Valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record; a CDL may be required with certain positions/assignments.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience performing the duties and responsibilities of this position; or minimum of 3 to 4 years of natural gas operations experience related to the duties and responsibilities of this position.
• Must be able to proficiently perform all the functions of the PGS Apprentice Utility Technician position.
• Must understand basic map reading and be able to operate a computer, communication devices, power tools and equipment appropriate to the position/assignment.
• Must be able to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide, decimals, fractions, basic algebra and geometry).
• Must possess sound judgment.
• Must have the ability to follow complex oral and written instructions, and clearly express ideas verbally and in writing.

Responsabilités

• Reads meters and meter instruments, turns on and off residential and commercial gas service, appliances and equipment, including CNG and also may convert appliances.
• Sets and changes out residential and commercial meters/regulators.
• Performs duties in operation, maintenance and service of meters and regulators.
• Investigates metering equipment related to residential and commercial high-bill complaints or questionable/unusual low consumption readings.
• Fabricates and joins various types and sizes of gas piping/fittings including gas mains, services and meter sets, may also perform electric and/or gas welding.
• Installs and maintains pipe in accordance with construction and maintenance standards.
• Includes the operation of various equipment such as boring equipment, hydraulic tools, backhoe, stopping and tapping equipment and other machines used in distribution construction.
• Performs locating of underground natural gas systems.
• Performs compliance inspections/activities related to Cathodic Protection (CP), corrosion, relief/gate/regulator stations and leak/CP surveys.
• Responds to leaks and /or emergency situations, and completes appropriate reports and forms.
• May provide leadership and training to Apprentices or team members with less experience.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Connaissances

Map reading

Basic math

Computer operation

Communication

Judgment

Following instructions

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

Power tools

Gas welding

Hydraulic tools

Description du poste

Peoples Gas System in Daytona is seeking a Utility Technician to operate, service and locate natural gas pipelines, meters and regulators. The role may involve new construction, installation and maintenance of gas distribution systems for residential, commercial and industrial customers.

The candidate will ensure safety, respond to emergencies, and perform related duties as needed. A valid FL driver’s license, basic math and map-reading skills are required, with 1–2 years of experience or 3–4