Temporary Operations Technician (Wasilla)

ENSTAR Natural Gas Company•Wasilla, AK

11h

About The Position

ENSTAR is on a mission to deliver safe and reliable natural gas to Alaskans. If you share our passion for these values and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dedicated team. ENSTAR is currently hiring for the summer season, with positions that typically run from May 1, 2026 through October 31, 2026. What You Will Do: As a Temporary Operations Technician, you will play an essential role within our Wasilla Field Construction department, reporting to Northern Division Operations Supervisor. The primary responsibility of the Operations Technician is to read residential and commercial customers' gas meters consumption for billing purposes.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Prior gas meter reading experience preferred.
Experience in environments requiring customer service focus.
Must be able to pass federally required initial and continuous Operator Qualifications training.
Must possess an Alaska Driver's License and be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the ENSTAR's Driving Policy.
Ability to pass a background, past employment, drug, and driving record screening.

Nice To Haves

Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively interact with individuals within and outside of ENSTAR.
Ability to learn and understand ENSTAR's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as they relate to fieldwork.
Ability to work independently and be self-directed.
Knowledge/familiarity of local road system.
Ability to interpret as-builts.
Knowledge regarding meter sets, regulators, pressures, and piping.
Legible handwriting and ability to accurately complete detailed paperwork.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn ENSTAR's software programs (Customer Care & Billing, Mobile Workforce Management, Itron, etc.).

Responsibilities

Read gas meters and record consumption for residential and commercial accounts.
Inspect and report defective meters or related equipment.
Complete required documentation.
Verify readings for abnormal consumption and records reasons for possible fluctuations.
Hang door tags for nonpayment of customer bills.
Walk and/or drive ENSTAR vehicle to perform tasks.
Inspect and maintain vehicle; refuel as needed.
Perform duties related to Distribution as assigned.
Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Work in all types of weather conditions especially in cold and wet environments; may include walking through deep snow.