Gas Service Worker

JOB TITLE: Gas Service Worker

DEPARTMENT: Gas, City of Cartersville

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for performing duties associated with natural gas line installation, repair, and maintenance.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Checks for leaks in pipes and meters.
• Operates combustible gas indicator (CGI) to detect gas.
• Installs new mains, lines, and taps.
• Lays pipe, tapping lines, and tracing wire
• Checks cathodic protection on lines when uncovered.
• Locates lines for other utility workers.
• Inspects work performed by outside contractors as required.
• Mows grass and trims trees around meters and regulator stations.
• Assists with cathodic protection surveys.
• Changes and hangs new meters.
• Repairs field regulators.
• Paints regulator stations and meters to prevent rusting.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION

• Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with Air Brake Endorsement issued by the State of Georgia

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRE ABOUT THE POSITION: 

• Knowledge of city policies and federal and state codes pertaining to the repair and maintenance of natural gas lines and mines.
• Skill in operating specialized equipment, including a fusion iron, cold ring clamp, shaving tool, depth gauge, air gauge, and air compressor.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

 

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Construction Supervisor, Distribution Foreman or Lead Service Worker assigns work in terms of general instructions.  The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy and the nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines consist of Federal and State regulations and City and departmental policies and procedures.  These guidelines are generally clear and specific but require some interpretation in application. 

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related duties in natural gas facility construction, maintenance and repair. Proximity to potentially explosive gases contributes to the complexity of the work. 

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to construct, repair and service natural gas facilities.  Successful performance helps ensure the safe and efficient operation of the natural gas system.  

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, other utility workers, other City employees, and the public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee must frequently lift light objects, occasionally lift heavy objects, climb ladders, use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity and be able to distinguish between shades of color. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is performed indoors and outdoors, where the employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, inclement weather, and gas leaks.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None.

The City of Cartersville is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or

any other protected status.

Interested in applying?

Employment Application

Complete application and email Cover letter, Resume, with Qualifications to: hr@cityofcartersville.org.