Utility Specialist - Paxton, IL (S)

Southern Company

15h

About The Position

UTILITY SPECIALIST The primary function of this role is investigation of meter set items to include: AMI devices, Painting/Corrosion activities, Gas leakage surveys, Inside Leak Survey. Duties include, and not limited to the following: Leak reevaluation and surveys outlined above, basic and light pipe fitting, turn off gas service valves, turn on service valves, some hazard investigation and mitigation, locating underground company facilities, using small tools, light hand digging with spade or shovel could be needed, working in confined spaces at times, communication skills with internal and external parties, computer use, and working in a potentially gaseous atmosphere. May be required to perform tasks or duties associated with lower job levels. Employee must obtain qualification in all Operator Qualification tasks associated with the role. Established Essential Duties: Adheres to all safety and work rules, company policies and procedures and follow the Company safety manual. Shows the ability to utilize different tools and equipment associated with the varying job tasks. Represents the company in all interactions with customers, government and regulatory officials in a courteous and professional manner. Operates Company vehicles and equipment in accordance with Company policies and procedures, including state and federal laws. Works in varying weather conditions, changing elements, and at times in extreme weather conditions. Perform inspection, assessment, repair, or mitigation of atmospheric corrosion Uses various hand tools and power tools, hand digging, and probing for subsurface gas readings Works on jobsites containing uneven surfaces, excavations, and landscaping Available to work overtime as necessary to meet business requirements and flexibility in working shifts as required. Works in a potential gaseous atmosphere. Physical dexterity and ability to use tools Works independently or in a group. Ability to walk for extended periods of time, ability to drive long distances, ability to stand for short and long durations, squat, crawl, walk up and down stairs, and utilize a ladder. Ability to listen and follow directions, to read and understand technical material, the willingness for continual education, and to adapt to new technology or processes. Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Valid Driver’s License and pass Company driving tests
Must be able to correctly read 300 meter reads in a row within a week timeframe.
Pass all required Operator Qualification certifications
Maintain compliance with Pipeline Safety Drug and Alcohol testing program
Demonstrate skills in: Leak reevaluation and survey, Hazard identification, Relighting appliances, Pipe fitting, Small tool use, Safe Driving and all Safety initiatives, Computer use, Atlas Page reading, and Map reading, Organizational daily planning
Successfully pass Company’s Field Operations Utility Specialist certification training program
Ability to smell odorant used to detect gas leaks
Join IBEW local Union
Physical dexterity and ability to use tools
Ability to walk for extended periods of time, ability to drive long distances, ability to stand for short and long durations, squat, crawl, walk up and down stairs, and utilize a ladder.
Ability to listen and follow directions, to read and understand technical material, the willingness for continual education, and to adapt to new technology or processes.
Must be able to physically walk, ascend and descend stairs and ladders, Stoop, bend, kneel, enter and exit tap holes, ditches, and/or excavations, and lift and transport weight in excess of 50 pounds
Have a keen sense of smell, hearing, vision and color identification
Required to work in various weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, and precipitation

Nice To Haves

Background in Utilities, Construction, or Labor-intensive roles
Possess good work ethic
Be self-motivated, self-starter
Able to comprehend and follow direction
Able to work in varying conditions (i.e., rough terrain, inclement weather)
Able to operate basic equipment, machinery and simple tools
Possess willingness to learn
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude
Possess basic knowledge of and background in all Operating departments Includes Sys Ops, Con Ops, & Corrosion
Able to communicate well with co-workers, customers and first responders on incidents i.e., Police and Fire departments
Possess experience operating fleet vehicles similar to departmental fleet, that could include a pick-up vehicle (up to 10,000 lbs.) and equipment
Possess experience working on construction sites
Possess good hand/eye coordination

Responsibilities

Leak reevaluation and surveys
Basic and light pipe fitting
Turn off gas service valves
Turn on service valves
Hazard investigation and mitigation
Locating underground company facilities
Using small tools
Light hand digging with spade or shovel
Communication with internal and external parties
Computer use
Inspection, assessment, repair, or mitigation of atmospheric corrosion
Using various hand tools and power tools, hand digging, and probing for subsurface gas readings
Adheres to all safety and work rules, company policies and procedures and follow the Company safety manual.
Represents the company in all interactions with customers, government and regulatory officials in a courteous and professional manner.
Operates Company vehicles and equipment in accordance with Company policies and procedures, including state and federal laws.