Gate Station Technician I: Field Ops & Maintenance

Washington Gas; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Gas is hiring a Gate Station Technician I to assist in the safe operation and maintenance of gate station facilities and pressure regulating equipment (GSO facilities). Under supervision, you’ll operate, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and install less complex equipment used at GSO facilities.

Responsibilities include operating valves, performing station inspections, installing tubing and wiring, interpreting maps and work orders, and coordinating with maintenance crews.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Working knowledge of mathematics, physics and electronics
• Must pass Criteria assessment prior to hiring
• Formal technical training preferred
• Minimum of 18 months hands‑on technical experience
• Must pass entrance testing and achieve Operator Qualifications within 18 months
• Valid driver’s license; meet certification requirements
• Must smell odorised natural gas
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Basic drawing interpretation skills
• Intermediate computer skills such as data entry, creating/modifying spreadsheets and Word docs

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operations of GSO Facilities.
• Assist in the maintenance work on GSO facility equipment and machinery.
• Operate valves as required.
• Perform miscellaneous duties in and around stations including yard and building maintenance, digging; snow removal, painting, grass cutting and trimming etc.
• Perform periodic station inspections.
• Install tubing, conduit, wiring, piping, and framework for all GSO facilities.
• Interpret company records, such as map book, station drawings, work orders etc.
• Communicate effectively via company radio, verbal instructions, etc.
• Stock and equip company vehicles.
• Maintain tools and equipment; Other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to related business support and administrative activities.
• Shift Work: As required. Overnight travel may be required.
• Use Of Personal Vehicle: As required

Skills

Mathematics

Physics

Electronics

Mechanical aptitude

Drawing interpretation

Computer skills

CDL awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Formal technical training

Job description

Washington Gas is hiring a Gate Station Technician I to assist in the safe operation and maintenance of gate station facilities and pressure regulating equipment (GSO facilities). Under supervision, you’ll operate, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and install less complex equipment used at GSO facilities.

Responsibilities include operating valves, performing station inspections, installing tubing and wiring, interpreting maps and work orders, and coordinating with maintenance crews.