Underground Gas Distribution Technician Apprentice

Southern Company; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlanta Gas Light is seeking an entry-level general technician for below-ground gas distribution work. You will assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of mains and service lines, perform meter reads, ERT installations, and participate in safety and regulatory compliance.

The role involves operating basic equipment, traffic control, and coordinating with the field operations team while maintaining logs and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to pass basic skills assessments.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to use basic tools and equipment safely.
• Strong written and spoken communication; customer-service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, repair and maintenance of the gas distribution system.
• Operate basic equipment and tools; manage traffic control and landscaping.
• Perform digging, shoring, leak testing and pipe work; record pressure data.
• Read meters and assist with ERT installations/programming in AMR duties.
• Document work in the Mobile Data Terminal and respond to customer questions while following safety guidelines.

Skills

Good communication

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

MS Office basics

Basic tool use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Hand tools

Heavy equipment operations

Power tools

Gas equipment

Job description

Atlanta Gas Light is seeking an entry-level general technician for below-ground gas distribution work. You will assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of mains and service lines, perform meter reads, ERT installations, and participate in safety and regulatory compliance.

The role involves operating basic equipment, traffic control, and coordinating with the field operations team while maintaining logs and documentation.