Utility Gas Leak Survey Tech | Columbus, OH (DOT)

ACRT Services•Columbus, OH

82d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

At Bermex, we put value on our customer relationships. We’re always looking for a way that we can delight our customers by going the extra mile. Bermex offers expert meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software service solutions, as well as water, gas, and electric meter reading. At Bermex, we are always looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors to become a part of our team. The Gas Leak Survey Technician reports to the Assistant Manager or Supervisor at Bermex. This position plays a key role in surveying gas lines, meters, piping, and surrounding areas for evidence of gas leaks using a Methane Leak Detector. This position requires a high degree of physical activity, working in a wide variety of weather conditions, excellent time management, and exceptional attention to detail. Salary transparency: Pay for this role is at $20/hour. Salary will increase to $21/hour after 90 days of employment.

Requirements

Experience: 1 year of continuous work with the same employer, and/or 6 or more months working outdoors.
Upon hire, the candidate will need to complete and pass all Pipeline Operator Qualification (OQ) training.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Ability to multi-task and work independently as well as a team
Exceptional flexibility in scheduling
Adequate time management skills to work in a timely manner
Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with management and customers
Ability to interact with unhappy or negative customers in a professional manner
Excellent attention to detail for problem solving and finding
Ability to walk long distances and prepare for weather conditions, accordingly

Nice To Haves

Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 1 or more years of experience in gas services; 2 years of continuous work with the same employer, and/or 1 or more years working outdoors.

Responsibilities

Surveys gas leaks by walking from site to site
Follows sketches and diagrams to identify gas line locations
Utilizes a Remote Methane Leak Detector (RLMD) or similar device to detect natural gas leaks
Performs visual inspections of gas meters, lines and fittings
Grades gas leaks by level of severity and reports/escalates accordingly
Follows strict Utility, State and Federal guidelines relating to surveying, grading, and reporting gas leaks
Collects data using handheld computer or other collection device
Follows safety, quality, and operational procedures
Completes assigned routes and work orders on the assigned date
Extensively walk and stand for much of the workday
Walk for long distances in various weather conditions (rain, sleet, hail, snow, extreme heat or cold, etc.)
Exert physical force moving objects (routinely 10lbs of force, up to an occasional 50lbs of force)
Refers all consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities
Provides timely reports and documentation to management per procedures
May provide general information about services to customers, when applicable
Use telephones, tablets, and/or computers to communicate
Participates in safety meetings
Shows courtesy and professionalism when dealing with customers and other employees
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage options
Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Saving Account with company match
Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members
Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost
Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match
PTO Plans (after 90 completed days of service for full-time employees): Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Wedding Day Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans Paid Sick Time (New York based positions ONLY)
Company vehicle (for all driver-based positions)
Gas card for company vehicle (if applicable)
Company provided cell phone or mobile allowance (if applicable)
Boot allowance from approved vendors
Daily per diem for travel-based positions