Gas Leak Survey Technician | Columbus, OH

ACRT Services•Columbus, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gas Leak Survey Technician reports to the Assistant Manager or Supervisor at Bermex. The position surveys gas lines, meters, piping, and surrounding areas for evidence of gas leaks using a methane leak detector. It requires substantial physical activity, work in varied weather conditions, strong time management, and attention to detail. Employees begin each day at the local office to pick up their company vehicle, equipment, and assignments. The role involves walking from site to site, identifying gas line locations from sketches and diagrams, inspecting meters, lines, and fittings, detecting and grading leaks, and reporting or escalating findings in accordance with applicable utility, state, and federal guidelines. Technicians collect data with a handheld computer or other device, follow safety and operational procedures, and complete assigned routes and work orders on schedule. The role also involves communicating with customers, management, and teammates; referring consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities; providing reports and documentation; and participating in safety meetings. Drug and alcohol testing is required, including testing under Federal DOT regulations for employees working with gas meters.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of continuous work with the same employer and/or at least six months of outdoor work experience.
Complete and pass all Pipeline Operator Qualification (OQ) training upon hire.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to multitask and work independently as well as with a team.
Flexibility in scheduling.
Adequate time-management skills to complete work in a timely manner.
Excellent communication skills and comfort interacting with management and customers.
Ability to interact professionally with unhappy or negative customers.
Attention to detail for problem-solving and finding issues.
Ability to walk long distances and prepare for weather conditions.
Willingness to work independently and outdoors, walk long distances, and adapt to changing schedules and routines.
Drug/alcohol testing is required.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in gas services.
Two years of continuous work with the same employer and/or one or more years of outdoor work experience.

Responsibilities

Survey gas lines, meters, piping, and surrounding areas for gas leaks by walking from site to site.
Use sketches and diagrams to identify gas line locations.
Use a Remote Methane Leak Detector (RLMD) or similar device to detect natural gas leaks.
Visually inspect gas meters, lines, and fittings.
Grade gas leaks by severity and report or escalate them as appropriate.
Follow utility, state, and federal guidelines for surveying, grading, and reporting gas leaks.
Collect data using a handheld computer or other collection device.
Follow safety, quality, and operational procedures.
Complete assigned routes and work orders on the assigned date.
Walk and stand for much of the workday, including long distances in varied weather conditions.
Move objects using physical force, routinely around 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds of force.
Refer consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities.
Provide timely reports and documentation to management according to procedures.
Provide general information about services to customers when applicable.
Use telephones, tablets, and/or computers to communicate.
Participate in safety meetings.
Treat customers and employees courteously and professionally.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision, and other coverage options.
Company-paid group life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability.
Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account option with company match.
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program for employees and eligible family members.
Automatic enrollment at no cost in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Roth or Traditional 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid vacation, paid holidays, and a paid wedding day after 90 completed days of service for full-time employees.
Veterans Day paid time off for veterans.
Paid sick time for New York-based positions only.
Company vehicle for driver-based positions.
Gas card for company vehicle, if applicable.
Company-provided cell phone or mobile allowance, if applicable.
Boot allowance from approved vendors.
Daily per diem for travel-based positions.