Pipe Fitter & Repair Technician - Step 1

Madison Gas and Electric; Madison (WI); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Madison Gas and Electric in Madison, WI seeks an apprentice Pipe Fitter & Repair Technician to support the Gas Construction & Operations Department. You will learn pipe fitting, layout, and installation of gas facilities under supervision, gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative crew.

You must commit to obtaining a Wisconsin CDL, Class A within six months, and be able to work outdoors in all weather. Overtime and safety training are essential parts of the role.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Wisconsin CDL, Class A, within six months of hire.
• Must have stamina to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work as part of a crew and be available for overtime.
• Must follow safety rules and use required protective equipment.

Responsabilités

• Performs laborer duties in Gas Construction & Operations Department.
• Perform basic pipe-fitting tasks: measuring, cutting, assembling pipe and fittings.
• Lay out and position pipe; heat-fuse joints; install couplings and fittings.
• Install anodes, test stations, leak clamps, and assist with repairs.
• Assist with scheduled surveys and inspections; maintain tools and vehicles.

Connaissances

Aptitude for gas distribution

Outdoor stamina

Team player

Overtime availability

Safety compliance

Formation

Wisconsin CDL Class A (within 6 months)

State requirements for Apprentice Step 1

Description du poste

Definitions Used Throughout The Job Description

Direct Supervision: A Pipe Fitter & Repair Journey Level Technician or equivalent observing an employee closely enough at working level to provide immediate feedback in case the employee is about to perform an unsafe act (work practice). The purpose of this close supervision is to ensure proper safety rules, operating procedures, and Natural gas safety-related work practices are being followed.

General Supervision: A Pipe Fitter & Repair Journey Level Technician or equivalent observing an employee from the immediate area providing the necessary instruction and direction for the task being performed.

General Purpose of Work

Performs under direct supervision, various construction, operation and maintenance functions in the Gas Construction & Operations Department until qualified.

General Duties

• Performs the work of Laborer in the Gas Construction & Operations Department.
• Performs basic pipe-fitting work associated with the installation, maintenance, and repair of natural gas facilities, including measuring, cutting, preparing, and assembling pipe and fittings.
• Lays and positions pipe in accordance with approved plans and procedures; prepares and heat- fuses joints and installs couplings and other fittings.
• Installs anodes and test stations.
• Installs leak clamps and assists with other repairs to gas facilities in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist with scheduled surveys and inspections.
• Ensure company vehicles are kept clean, organized, and properly stocked with all tools and materials required for daily operations.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have demonstrated satisfactory aptitude and learning ability for the duties of gas distribution construction, operation and maintenance.
• In the first six months, must obtain a Wisconsin CDL, Class A, and maintain it.
• Must have the stamina to work outdoors under extreme weather conditions.
• Must have a temperament and personality which enable the employee to work as a member of a crew or work team.
• Must be reasonably available for overtime and emergency work assignments.
• Must have learned and practiced all safety rules which apply to the work, including the use of all special protective equipment used in this type of work.

Knowledge and Skills to be Acquired

• Acquires and demonstrates a basic knowledge and understanding of the Company's gas distribution system.
• Continues to learn the functions and component parts of gas distribution equipment and apparatus.
• Demonstrates increased ability to lay pipe, install couplings and do fundamental pipe fitting.
• Acquires and demonstrates a knowledge of the Company's service area.
• Acquires a knowledge of applicable codes, ordinances and company rules and standards which apply.
• Shall satisfactorily complete all State requirements for Pipe Fitter & Repair Technician Apprentice – Step 1 including classroom training, testing, on-the-job training.

This position is subject to drug testing according to the Federal Department of Transportation regulations.