Gas Mechanic Welder Journey or Apprentice

Alliant Energy•Ames, IA

2d•$37 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

This role may be filled at the Apprentice or Journey level dependent upon qualifications. The Gas Mechanic Welder is responsible for installing, maintaining, and operating natural gas plastic and metal mains, services, and related equipment to provide natural gas service to customers. The position requires a strong commitment to safety, the ability to perform various welding tasks, and respond to emergency situations. The role also involves customer interaction, record-keeping, and potentially assisting with other utility installations.

Requirements

Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug & alcohol abuse.
Subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA (Part 382) and PHMSA (Part 199) regulations.
Obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License.
Good verbal communication skills.
Ability to safely operate heavy equipment, hand and power tools, and other machinery.
Knowledge of confined spaces, trenching and shoring standards.
Read and comprehend company operating standards, right to know information, safety rules, and equipment and technical manuals.
Must possess good reading and math comprehension skills.
Certified in CPR and first aid.
Good mechanical ability.
Work harmoniously with other employees.
Know and practice good public relations.
Wear and use all safety equipment.
Comply with API 1104 welding code qualifications.
Weld on pressures up to but not exceeding 400 psig.

Nice To Haves

Install cablevision, telephone, and electrical line during new and replacement projects.
Basic knowledge of appliance and relighting of appliances.

Responsibilities

Perform all duties to ensure personal safety and the safety of others and the public.
Fabricate, install, and maintain various gas system facilities including distribution regulator stations, large volume meter sets, odorizer equipment, and gas meter assemblies.
Install, remove, replace, and repair natural gas mains, services, pressure regulators, meters, valves, and other related gas distribution facilities, including plastic mains and services using fusion and mechanical fittings.
Qualify annually on all forms of plastic fusion (butt fusion, socket fusion, electro fusion).
Tap and stop both plastic and steel mains and services.
Obtain an 80% passing grade on operator qualification tests.
Assist tapping crews as needed.
Properly wrap metal mains and services.
Cut, thread, and assemble screwed joint pipe and fittings.
Install mechanical joints and repair sleeves, repair clamps, or pipe on gas mains and services.
Set-up, operate, and tap live main lines, and install branch and service connections using high-pressure tapping equipment.
Operate power tools and excavating and ditching equipment.
Install, maintain, and replace various types of metering and regulating equipment.
Perform various leak detections and cathodic protection surveys using gas detection equipment.
Install and maintain cathodic protection on gas mains and services, with knowledge of test stations, insulators, anodes, krik cells, and rectifiers.
Communicate with the public and customers professionally and courteously.
Respond to blowing gas or severe carbon monoxide situations safely and timely.
Respond to and perform leak calls, including inside and outside gas odors and carbon monoxide investigations.
Inspect contract gas construction according to local, State, and Federal codes.
Patrol and inspect gas distribution lines and equipment.
Locate underground facilities using pipe/cable-locating equipment.
Operate Company-owned vehicles/equipment, various air, hydraulic, and electric power tools, and maintain assigned equipment.
Perform incidental duties such as changing pressure charts and checking odorizers.
Perform clerical work for reports and records.
Perform other gas maintenance or construction duties as assigned, including hands-on, paperwork, and limited CAD, MDT, or computer work.
Use SCBA equipment and fire suits to enter atmospheres of blowing gas in emergency situations if physically able.
Have basic knowledge of appliance and relighting of appliances.
Install cablevision, telephone, and electrical lines during new and replacement projects.
Work in confined spaces and may be exposed to blowing and burning gas.
Comply with API 1104 welding code qualifications.
Document random welds throughout the year for qualification purposes.
Weld on pressures up to but not exceeding 400 psig.
Be around high-pressure tapping equipment.
Fabricate and manufacture high and low-pressure regulator stations and multiple meter hang meter sets and other basic welding as required.
Perform other duties that are similar, related, or incidental to this position.
Report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug & alcohol abuse.