Construction Operator 1

Atmos Energy • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Construction Operator 1 performs basic, routine work using clearly prescribed procedures and seeks advice and guidance when deviations from the norm arise. The position assists with installation and maintenance of natural gas lines, meters, and regulators, and may assist with leakage surveys. It also completes and maintains accurate records and reports to meet company and regulatory requirements.

The role supports safe operations by identifying, addressing, and reporting safety and encroachment issues through resolution, and by safely operating and inspecting assigned company vehicles and equipment. The employee follows company values, strategies, policies, procedures, the AtmoSpirit core values, Customer Service and Safety principles, and the Code of Conduct. The employee must become familiar with the Safety Manual, complete required safety training, and contribute to a safe working environment.

Work is performed outdoors in varied weather and may involve extreme temperatures, high noise, rough terrain, ladders, roofs, attics, areas under houses, and confined spaces. Overnight travel may be required, and a residence requirement may apply to meet call-out response times. The position may involve stand-by duty, shifts, holidays, weekends, emergency call-outs, occasional extended hours, and reporting outside the regular work area. Work is performed as an individual contributor and/or as part of a team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license meeting company standards, and completion of assigned classes, Operator Qualifications (OQs), and on-the-job training for the Construction Learning Path. The employee must obtain and maintain position OQs and any required classroom training or certifications. The employee must be able to use company internet/intranet resources for data entry, reference, and retrieval, and communicate basic factual information with internal and external customers. As a safety-sensitive position, it requires pre- and post-employment screenings, including applicable DOT and PHMSA drug testing and motor vehicle record checks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Valid driver's license in accordance with company standards.
• Complete assigned classes, Operator Qualifications (OQs), and on-the-job training specific to the Construction Learning Path; obtain and maintain required OQs, classroom training, and certifications.
• Ability to use company internet/intranet resources for data entry, reference, and retrieval tasks.
• Ability to communicate basic factual information with internal and external customers.
• Ability to lift 88 pounds from the ground to 38 inches and carry 88 pounds for 5 feet.
• Ability to generate 100 foot-pounds of pulling force at a contact point of 25 inches.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and/or crouch; acute sight and hearing (corrected or uncorrected) and a strong sense of smell.
• Complete required pre- and post-employment screenings, including applicable DOT and PHMSA drug testing and motor vehicle record checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation and maintenance of natural gas lines, meters, and regulators.
• May assist in conducting leakage surveys.
• Complete and maintain accurate records and reports to comply with company and regulatory requirements.
• Identify, address, and report safety and encroachment issues through their resolution and completion.
• Safely operate and inspect assigned company vehicles and equipment.
• Follow company values, strategies, policies, procedures, safety requirements, and the Code of Conduct; complete required safety training.
• May perform stand-by duty, shifts, holiday and weekend work, emergency call-outs, occasional extended hours, and work outside the regular work area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED