Gas Technician II

City of Clearwater, FL•Belleair, FL

43d

About The Position

The Gas Technician II performs manual and skilled work in one or more specialized areas of construction, maintenance, inspection, installation of natural and propane gas systems, cathodic protection, repair work on gas mains, service lines, and related apparatus. Performs work in the warehouse and the meter shop. Work is performed under limited direction and reviewed upon completion for conformity with construction and established standards. Participates in the Job Proficiency Guide (JPG) program.Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Installs pipes and fittings to repair and extend gas mains and service lines; determines and makes hot and/or cold taps in section of main to which new pipe will be fitted. Cuts, threads, screws and heat fuses together sections of pipe and tests to ensure gas-tight connections; provides skilled work following safety standards and protocols. Supervises and assists in the removal of dirt, concrete and other material in locating, repairing and installing mains and service lines. Builds, resets or relocates meters; performs installation, maintenance, repair, and general care for all meters within the City. Prepares, creates, and submits work orders and service orders; creates professional and accurate documents with clearly defined requests. Operates sandblaster, pumps, compressor, ditcher, backhoe and all other related equipment; adheres to all safety protocols and ensure all technicians are in compliance. Performs complete installation of all types of gas appliances; lays out and fits pipe for commercial and domestic gas installation, installs unit, and connects to meter. Makes conversions from propane to natural gas. Performs routine tasks such as lighting pilots, reading meters, changing regulators, turning services on and off and checking for gas leaks. Assists, supports, and performs technical activities in the setting, repairing, moving, and changing out LP tanks and investigating leaks. Resolves and addresses complaints and explains excessive gas use to customers; schedules jobs to resolve issues and maintenance problems. Required to manage assets, properly record material usage, and participate in reconciling inventory. Must be eligible to be placed on the Standby list. Provides skilled technical work in a specific area of assignment for the department. May schedule installation work to include, rough and trim finals, inspections, subcontractors and adjustments made through the sales department; may record and track all progress of installation work from sales to final inspection.Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A valid State driver's license is required.
Obtain and maintain Class A or B CDL within one (1) year of hire or transfer/promotion/demotion date based on area of assignment.
Must be able to pass random drug testing.
High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate AND a minimum of two (2) years of experience in the installation, service and repair of gas devices and gas distribution system operations OR completion of the City of Clearwater Gas Technician JPG program; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. City of Clearwater will not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, or any other work authorization status).
Knowledge of - Common hand and power tools; CGI combustible gas indication Pipes and fittings Gas mains, lines, and meters Propane and Natural gas Hazards and safety precautions Practices, tools, and equipment used in gas appliance installation, service, and repair Operation and maintenance of gas appliances
Skill in - Performing mechanical maintenance and repair work Understanding and completing oral and written instructions Working with other departments or trades Working outdoors in adverse weather Performing physically challenging work Locating, diagnosing, and repairing defects in gas appliances Inspecting work of less skilled employees and providing training Learning gas system work procedures, practices, policies and safety precautions Establishing and maintaining good relationships Dealing tactfully with the public Problem Solving Operating a computer with general proficiency

Responsibilities

Installs pipes and fittings to repair and extend gas mains and service lines; determines and makes hot and/or cold taps in section of main to which new pipe will be fitted.
Cuts, threads, screws and heat fuses together sections of pipe and tests to ensure gas-tight connections; provides skilled work following safety standards and protocols.
Supervises and assists in the removal of dirt, concrete and other material in locating, repairing and installing mains and service lines.
Builds, resets or relocates meters; performs installation, maintenance, repair, and general care for all meters within the City.
Prepares, creates, and submits work orders and service orders; creates professional and accurate documents with clearly defined requests.
Operates sandblaster, pumps, compressor, ditcher, backhoe and all other related equipment; adheres to all safety protocols and ensure all technicians are in compliance.
Performs complete installation of all types of gas appliances; lays out and fits pipe for commercial and domestic gas installation, installs unit, and connects to meter.
Makes conversions from propane to natural gas.
Performs routine tasks such as lighting pilots, reading meters, changing regulators, turning services on and off and checking for gas leaks.
Assists, supports, and performs technical activities in the setting, repairing, moving, and changing out LP tanks and investigating leaks.
Resolves and addresses complaints and explains excessive gas use to customers; schedules jobs to resolve issues and maintenance problems.
Required to manage assets, properly record material usage, and participate in reconciling inventory.
Must be eligible to be placed on the Standby list.
Provides skilled technical work in a specific area of assignment for the department.
May schedule installation work to include, rough and trim finals, inspections, subcontractors and adjustments made through the sales department; may record and track all progress of installation work from sales to final inspection.
Performs other duties as assigned.