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2 Positions Available, See information below for each
Applications will be accepted at Elkin Location
Call 336-526-2690 or email rdavis@egas.net
Responsible for working with the Engineering department to include: a) New project design b) Operating and maintenance processes and standards c) Administering the Company’s overall compliance program within federal, state, and local regulations and jurisdictions.
Provides a safe and efficient workplace for employees and maintains a safe and reliable pipeline system for customers and the general public.
This position’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
High school graduate or Associate Degree equivalent, vocational school or some college and/or degree in Electronics/Electrical Technology preferred.
A working knowledge of pipeline operations, regulatory requirements, cost and work force planning, human resources management, and community relations.
A working knowledge of pipeline design, engineering and performance standards, pipeline construction methods and procedures, emergency response coordination, materials management and system protection principals.
Conceptual thinking and tactical problem solving are required to manage the diverse responsibilities of this position.
Excellent understanding of customer needs and the skills and knowledge to deliver high value services.
Work Environment:
Work requires some field location where it is necessary to wear appropriate safety equipment. Work environment involves exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous explosive fumes, poisonous gasses, toxic chemicals, high frequency noises, high-pressure equipment, and moving machinery. Work involves climbing up and down ladders and steep stairways. Some part of the time is spent driving to work sites that can be located in isolated areas. This work environment requires the use of hard hats, hard-toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection equipment and cold weather gear.
Safety Sensitive Job:
This is considered a safety-sensitive job and, as such is subject to random drug testing as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.)
This job description is not a contract nor implied to be all-inclusive. As a result duties may change from time to time. This description should be reviewed at least annually to ensure most duties are appropriately stated. The employee’s signature acknowledges receipt of this description.
We are hiring!
Location: Watauga/Ashe Counties
Applications will be accepted at Elkin Location
Call 336-526-2690 or email rdavis@egas.net
The Operations Field Technician performs a wide variety of tasks in the field relating to the planning, installation, and maintenance of piping system, and to serving its residential, commercial and industrial customers. This individual’s primary work is on the piping system, pressure regulating equipment, and customer meters. Daily duties entail performing installations, rebuilds, and adjustments of nearly any component of the utility field infrastructure. As well as locating natural gas facilities and meter reading.
The Operations Field Technician will enter businesses, industrial complexes, and customers’ homes and makes contact with business proprietors, homeowners, and industrial plant owners and operators, mostly by explaining complex topics to these subjects. If necessary, this individual will prepare written memos communicating complex topics and problems to customers.
Tasks
Miscellaneous
High school diploma is required for this position. The individual will be expected to have a valid motor vehicle license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Daily activity is fast paced, physically demanding, and with production goals. Duties involve heavy lifting and manual labor. The individual must be available for emergency call-outs and be able to work extended hours; job site reporting is common.
Majority of the workday is spent outdoors; therefore this individual is exposed to (and must have tolerance for) extremes of heat, cold, noise, and dust. Exposure to construction equipment and normal driving hazards is encountered regularly.
SAFETY SENSITIVE JOB:
This is a safety sensitive job and as such is subject to random drug testing as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.). Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical examination and completing DOT OQ courses.
This job description is not a contract nor implied to be all-inclusive. As a result duties may change from time to time. This description should be reviewed at least annually to ensure duties are appropriately stated. The employee’s signature acknowledges receipt of this description.