Utility Helper

Citizens Energy Group•Indianapolis, IN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We have multiple opportunities for candidates to start as a Utility Helper and advance to other roles! The successful candidate, under indirect supervision and on assigned shifts, will perform basic water and gas functions such as off orders, cathodic protection reads, ERT installations, meter verifications, or meter paints. You could work with other utility personnel as part of a crew. Citizens Energy Group offers a competitive salary and great benefits. This is a union position and a member of the Local #1400 IBEW. Hourly rate is $29.95 per hour. Work Schedule - Various work schedules with some overtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Must have and maintain a valid Indiana driver’s license
Must be capable of receiving orders and instructions (both verbally and via CAD system) and conversing on two-way radio equipment.
Must be able to analyze and interpret maps, work orders, specifications, and sketches in office and field settings.
Must achieve a score of 98% on the Meter Pro Meter reading testing software (must read 98 out of 100 meters correct in a non-timed test) or pass an equivalent test for meter reading accuracy.
Must be thorough and accurate, have the ability to conduct investigations, and be able to make complete and detailed reports, both oral and written, on findings.
Completion of required OQ qualifications
Must pass and participate in the random Drug & Alcohol program in accordance with Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administrative (PHMSA) Regulations 49 CFR Part 199 (PHMSA drug and alcohol testing regulation) and 49 CFR Part 40 (DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations).
Must have a safe driving record including no history of serious traffic violations, accidents, suspensions/revocations, or DUI/DWI convictions within the last three years.

Nice To Haves

The Utility Helper will be given the opportunity to learn the below listed functions in order to prepare the employee for future vacancies above the line in Water, Gas, and Shared Field Services.
The Utility Helper will be provided an opportunity to gain a CDL license and will be qualified in plastic pipe fusion.
Gain general knowledge of the methods, techniques and principles associated with general operations, maintenance of equipment or assets in the gas and water distribution system.
Gain general knowledge of materials, meters, equipment and tools used to maintain water and gas distribution systems
Gain knowledge of leak pinpoint for mains and services on gas and water distribution systems
Gain knowledge of obtaining pipe to soil potential readings
Gain knowledge of line locating
May perform system leak surveys as needed
May perform pipe to soil potential readings as needed
May perform on Water and Gas Maintenance Crews as needed
May perform valve and hydrant operations as needed with Valve and Hydrant Mechanic
Skills based training (within 60-90 days): Pipe fusion training/testing, CDL training/testing

Responsibilities

Receives and processes orders via CAD
Performs water and gas off orders
Performs “basic” water and gas functions (i.e. meter verifications, ERTs, paints, removals (water))
Reports irregularities and abnormal conditions that arise in the course of the work (gas and water)
Performs the necessary paperwork in connection with assigned duties
Maintains proper truck inventory
Operates a truck in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with the Utility’s safety policies and practices, and with local and state laws and regulations
Performs other duties as required