UTILITY LINE LOCATOR

Okaloosa Gas•Valparaiso, FL

6d•$20

About The Position

This is an entry-level training position. Under direct supervision, this position will assist in the essential functions and responsibilities to learn to be able to complete them with limited supervision. Assists in locating gas distribution and transmission lines, and maintaining valve boxes. Assists in performing gas line construction and maintenance duties. Incumbents in this position will be held to the District’s Gold Standard for Customer Service.

Requirements

High School diploma.
Exhibits essential math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals). Basic language skills: read, write, and speak clearly.
Interpersonal skills to work in a team environment, take direction from supervisors, follow work rules, keep required job schedules and focus on details, and encourage cooperative work environment.
Awareness and comprehension of company policies, procedures and practices, and regulatory requirements. Shows understanding of safety programs and initiatives.
Basic knowledge of corrosion control and electrical principles. Familiarity with Sunshine One-Call and DOT regulations related to corrosion, leak testing and record keeping.
Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office and applicable District approved software).
This position requires knowledge and task evaluation as determined by Pipeline and Hazardous Material Safety Administration rule CFR 49, Part 192; Subpart N: Operator Qualifications (OQ).
Must possess and maintain valid Florida driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the District and its insurers.
Shows an understanding of and ability to perform maintenance, troubleshooting and repair duties on controls and equipment connected to, corrosion control systems, gas quality monitoring equipment, gas measurement equipment and controls facility communications equipment, pipeline facilities and compression facilities.
Proven capability to perform all work in compliance with District, local, state and federal standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Conducts right-of-way and pipeline protection activities including pipe location, excavation monitoring, and inspections resulting from one-call notifications and/or direct calls.
Ability to interpret maps, plans and blueprints to locate pipeline facilities.
Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.
Must be appropriately dressed in a clean and neat District authorized/approved uniform during work hours.

Responsibilities

Training in the use of prescribed equipment to locate gas lines for utilities and customers. Required to dig to the line to visually inspect gas line was properly located. Must use current techniques to determine location of gas line.
Assists in updating system maps.
Prepares and backfills trenches.
Inspects old service lines.
Aids in response to gas leaks. Assists leak technicians on system-wide leak surveys and patrolling activities.
Ensures truck is properly stocked with equipment and construction materials.
Under direct supervision, completes appropriate forms and documents all work performed.
Must be able to safely and responsibly operate the automotive vehicle assigned. Must maintain assigned vehicle through appropriate operator maintenance and by keeping said vehicle clean and neat.
Maintains tools and equipment in prescribed manner.
Maintains control of inventory items obtained from stock or carried on truck.
Other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

BCBS Medical 100% employer paid for employee, 92% employer paid for family,
BCBS Dental 100% employer paid for employee or family,
BCBS Vision,
Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA),
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA),
Life insurance 100% employer paid,
Short Term Disability 100% employer paid,
Long Term Disability 100% employer paid,
Accidental Death and Dismemberment 100% employer paid,
AFLAC supplemental insurance,
Air Ambulance insurance,
Pet insurance,
Vacation Leave (80 hours per year) accrual based for the first 5 years, increases thereafter,
Sick Leave (80 hours per year) accrual based
11 Paid Holidays, includes 2 days for Thanksgiving and 2 days for Christmas
401(a) 8% Employer Defined Contribution Retirement, (employer paid, does not require employee contributions)
457(b) Employee Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Gym reimbursement/incentive up to $50 per month
Health Fair 100% employer paid
Wellness Program w/ incentives
Safety shoe reimbursement up to $150 per year
Uniforms 100% employer paid
Employer Assistance (Counseling) Program
Employee Events - Spring Crawfish Boil, Summer Picnic, Thanksgiving Lunch, Annual Banquet/Holiday Party
and up to $3,500 annual education reimbursement.