Mechanic, Construction & Maintenance – Gas

Delta Utilities ServicesNew Orleans, LA
14hOnsite

About The Position

Our construction worker/maintenance mechanic serves as a member of a crew engaged in installing and repairing gas main and service lines. Please Note: This position can be hired as a Helper through a Senior Level.

Requirements

  • Minimum education required of the position High School Diploma or GED.
  • Mechanic Helper: Minimum 0–2-year Gas Service to 0-2 years of Gas Distribution Mechanic/Meter Service experience.
  • Mechanic I: Minimum 1 year Gas Service to 2 years of Gas Distribution Mechanic/Meter Service experience.
  • Mechanic II: 2-to-4-year Gas Mechanic and 5 years Meter Service experience.
  • Mechanic Sr: 5+ years Gas Mechanic
  • Consistently be dependable and reliable.
  • Self-motivated and a dependable team player.
  • Good mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and small power tools.
  • Ability to operate a 90-pound jack hammer.
  • Must have a demonstrated acceptance to take instruction from lead mechanics.
  • Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets.
  • Ability to interpret construction drawings to locate underground facilities.
  • Ability to gain the required knowledge to use CGI and leak detection equipment.
  • Utilize GIS technology and basic PC applications.
  • Ability to create and maintain accurate as- built drawings, records, timesheets and all other administrative work.
  • Ability to safely manage gas emergencies and other hazardous situations.
  • Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate hazards using company procedures.
  • Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities and be able to work well under pressure.
  • Valid driver’s license required with no moving violations within the last 12-months.
  • Able to operate a motor vehicle, including the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.
  • Able to perform on-site inspections.
  • Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
  • Able to sit for extended periods of time.
  • Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office equipment.
  • Able to exert up to 50 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects.
  • Able to work daily in all types of weather conditions.
  • Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.
  • Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion.
  • Able to work rotating shifts, if required.
  • Able to respond to emergency calls and/or callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty.
  • Able to wear and operate personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs daily.
  • Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety sensitive positions.
  • May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the company to aide in restoration efforts.
  • As a safety sensitive position, compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol regulations is required, including but not limited to pre-employment drug testing and background screening.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledgeable of gas distribution piping systems.
  • Working knowledge of AM/FM/GIS graphical program applications.
  • Knowledgeable in MS Office software (Word, Excel, & Outlook)
  • Familiar with gas service territory area.
  • Must reside within 45 road miles of the reporting location.

Responsibilities

  • Provide assistance with all gas distribution activities involved with the installation, repair and maintenance of the gas distribution system.
  • This duty requires performance of physical labor tasks such as hand digging, pushing a probe rod, operating pneumatic drills, and handling heavy material and equipment.
  • Completes jobs by digging, shoring, repairing leaks, testing, and wrapping pipe.
  • Performs work with hand tools, air tools, shovels, etc. during distribution activities while adhering to all safety and work rules.
  • Identify hand tools and equipment needed to perform specific tasks.
  • Take instruction from lead mechanics and assist other crew members in all activities as required.
  • Ensure that trucks are stocked with equipment and supplies and maintains, vehicles, tools and other equipment are in neat and orderly condition.
  • Perform Stand By duty and emergency call! out after normal working hours with a report time within 60 minutes.
  • Able to work extended hours and in adverse weather conditions to complete gas work.
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