Gas Operations Technician I, II or Senior

Black Hills Corporation • Ozark, AR

80d • $25 - $47

About The Position

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today—for our customers, communities and each other. In this role the Gas Operations Technician will safely perform company field operations including manual labor and other duties necessary to accomplish the installation, repair, and maintenance of natural gas distribution facilities. Handle customer requests and represents the Company in the community.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
• This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Level I: No experience required. Training provided.
• Level II: Minimum of 2 years of experience in natural gas, construction, maintenance, or other related experience is required.
• Senior: Minimum of 4 years of experience in natural gas, construction, maintenance, or other related experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Comprehensive understanding of gas operating safety procedures.
• Familiarity of Black Hills construction standards and procedures.
• Experience applying basic mechanical concepts and mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrated effective communication (verbal and written), interpersonal skills and customer orientation.
• Experience working independently to serve customers in a related environment.
• Ability to remain calm and make effective spontaneous decisions during emergency situations that may affect the safety of the general public, contractors and other employees.
• Effective customer interaction and resolution skills.
• Working knowledge of gas appliances.

Responsibilities

• Initiates gas service and performs leak investigations and repairs.
• Proficient in underground line locating of gas lines using approved electronic locating equipment.
• Reading gas meters.
• Above and underground leak classification and repairs.
• Gas measurement, pressure regulation and over pressure protection installations.
• Conduct Load Surveys.
• Complete work orders via electronic dispatch equipment i.e. iPad or iPhone.
• Perform leak repair on aboveground facilities using approved repair methods and materials based on type and sizes of mains and services.
• Complete turn on of customer meter, including dial test, lighting pilots and testing appliances/equipment including but not limited to appliances in crawl spaces and attics.
• Install and program encoder receiver transmitters (ERTs).
• Perform Odorant Checks.
• Investigation of carbon monoxide, gas leak complaints; grade leaks.
• Inspect and protect (paint) above ground appurtenances for atmospheric corrosion.
• Complete 3rd party damage investigations to include proper documentation.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonuses.
• 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave.
• Company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term).
• An employee assistance program and well-being benefits.
• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

What This Job Offers

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