Pressure Control Technician

Lawrenceville, City of•Lawrenceville Public Works, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs technical duties for the department’s pressure control management functions. This position is on call 24/7. The work consists of varied technical and administrative duties. Diagnosing failures in complicated systems contributes to the complexity of the work. The purpose of this position is to perform technical duties in the department’s natural gas pressure control functions. Successful performance helps ensure the safe, effective and efficient operation of the natural gas utility system.

Requirements

High school education.
Three to five years’ experience or service.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, and repair of natural gas distribution systems.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety rules and regulations.
Knowledge of the principles and practices related to the handling of natural gas emergencies.
Knowledge of regulators.
Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, city codes, and department policies and procedures.
Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

Nice To Haves

Skills in the operation of special equipment, including a backhoe, jackhammer, air compressor, tractor, and fusion machines.
Skills in problem solving.
Skills in prioritizing and planning.
Skills in interpersonal relations.
Skills in oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

Installs, repairs, and maintenance of the city’s pressure control systems.
Assists with maintaining internal program compliance.
Performs daily work assignments in the pressure control area.
Performs technical maintenance tasks.
Troubleshoots and repairs system malfunctions.
Performs administrative field duties.
Assists with managing system pressure control records.
Assists with ensuring compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
Conducts odorization tests.
Locates and repairs gas leaks.
Identifies corrective and preventative actions to maintain adequate pressure control of the city’s gas distribution system.
Performs related duties.