Summary:
Tests, repairs and maintains gas meters for flow, pressure and accurate measurements; performs all aspects of large meter, regulator and relief valve installation, maintenance, calibration, testing and repair.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Performs field tests on meters for calibration upon institution of service and placement into service.
- Inspects, tests, calibrates and/or repairs field test meters, city gate stations, pressure regulating stations and related equipment as scheduled by the MIS program or upon special request.
- Test, calibrate and maintain gas metering, regulating, pressure recording and SCADA devices.
- Inspects and repairs district and rural regulators and regulators on field-test meters.
- Inspects and/or repairs control valves, pressure relief valves and other over pressure protection equipment.
- Installs, tests, calibrates and repairs recording instruments such as mechanical volume integrating gauges, recording pressure gauges, electronic correctors, base pressure gauges, recording thermometers and various electronic equipment supported by laptop computer.
- Installs, tests and repairs telemetering equipment, telephone modems and protective equipment.
- Coordinates and witnesses meter tests in conjunction with supplier’s measurement personnel.
- Checks and adjusts large capacity odorizers and repairs as necessary.
- Adjusts distribution system operating pressures as necessary.
- Assists operations personnel in the installation of large volume meter and regulator sets.
- Assists operations personnel in up-rating systems, solving pressure problems, etc.
- Assists with high bill complaint investigations requested by large volume customers.
- Performs other miscellaneous assignments including calibrating district personnel’s pressure gauges, painting stations, pressure study assistance.
- Must demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures and take all required training courses.
- Must demonstrate respect for all individuals and adhere to the Company’s values and business practices.
- Able to demonstrate a strong aptitude for mechanical tasks, algebra, physics and electronics.
- Able to operate a personal computer.
- Able to exert in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time.
- Able to work regular hours with occasional overtime.
- Able to operate a motor vehicle and enter and exit vehicle without assistance.
- Able to work with routine exposure to all weather conditions, dirty/greasy equipment, hot equipment and noise.
- Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to explosive environment on occasion.
- Able to travel long distances in a vehicle with occasional overnight stays.
- Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for safety sensitive position.
Education:
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent knowledge of English, mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percentages), punctuation, grammar and spelling
Experience:
Requires either a minimum of 3 years of natural gas operations experience or a minimum of two years of advanced technical education and/or experience in instrumentation, electronics and/or measurement applications regardless of industry.
Additional Knowledge, Skills, Licenses/Certifications, Abilities & Personal Characteristics (KSLAPs):
- Able to diagnose and repair electronic equipment.
- Able to use a variety of tools effectively, such as transfer provers, pressure and temperature calibrators, analog and digital pressure gauges, multimeters, etc.
- Able to understand and comply with state and federal regulatory requirements, company and industry operating standards and safety procedures.
- Able to use creative abilities and innovative thinking to solve problems with logical solutions, multi-task, make good decisions and work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Able to apply motivation, demonstrate customer focus and provide solutions to meet our customer needs.
- Able to demonstrate willingness to learn continuously, understand business philosophy and apply technical specifications appropriately.
- Able to perform duties according to company policies and procedures.
- Able to respond to call-outs or work outside of normal scheduled time.
- Able to communicate well, demonstrating courtesy, tact, good judgment and professional conduct during contact with customers, both in person and by telephone.
- Able to provide a valid state driver's license and to present and maintain a good driving record.
- Able to operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to exert in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time.
- Able to work regular hours with occasional overtime. Able to operate a motor vehicle and enter and exit vehicle without assistance.
Working Conditions:
- Able to work with routine exposure to all weather conditions, dirty/greasy equipment, hot equipment and noise.
- Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to explosive environment on occasion.
- Able to travel long distances in a vehicle with occasional overnight stays.
- Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for safety sensitive position.
Any certificates, licenses, etc. preferred for the position
- Class D with Class A CDL preferred driver’s license or with the expectation of obtaining one within the first 6-months of employment.