Gas Mechanic Journey or Apprentice

Alliant Energy•Ames, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Gas Mechanic, either at the Journey or Apprentice level. The role involves installing, maintaining, and operating natural gas plastic and metal mains, services, and related equipment to ensure natural gas service to customers. The company, Alliant Energy, emphasizes serving customers, building stronger communities, and powering what's next in energy. They prioritize employee safety, health, and well-being, offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and may involve working in challenging conditions, including confined spaces and potential exposure to hazardous gases.

Requirements

Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug & alcohol abuse.
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.
Ability to read and comprehend company operating standards, right to know information, safety rules, and equipment and technical manuals.
Good reading and math comprehension skills.
Certified in CPR and first aid.
Good mechanical ability.
Ability to work harmoniously with other employees.
Knowledge of and practice of good public relations.
Ability to wear and use all safety equipment.
Must have a residency in the assigned headquarters area with a travel time of 35 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.

Nice To Haves

Install cablevision, telephone, and electrical line during new and replacement projects.
Work in confined spaces and may be exposed to blowing and burning gas.
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 such as 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, and 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 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.
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, including hands-on work, paperwork, and limited CAD, MDT, or computer work.
Use SCBA equipment and fire suits in emergency situations if physically able.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of appliance installation and relighting.
Install cablevision, telephone, and electrical lines during new and replacement projects.
Work in confined spaces and may be exposed to blowing and burning gas.
Perform other similar, related, or incidental duties.
Report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse.