Gas Maintenance Worker

Overview

The City's Gas Maintenance Worker performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of gas utility lines and related infrastructure using specialized tools and equipment to install, replace, and repair gas utility components. Operates specialized tools and equipment under the general supervision of a Maintenance Crew Supervisor II.

The preferred hiring amount is between $21.88 to $26.90 an hour ($45,510.40 to $55,952.00 annually). As of March 28, 2024, this position is in the Labor and Trades bargaining unit in accordance with the City’s Collective Bargaining Ordinance (Ordinance No. 22-128). Starting pay for this position is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. Future wage adjustments are subject to terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement between the City and the exclusive bargaining representative.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City  retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

• Benefits: For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the benefits tab on this posting or visit the City benefits page.
• Retirement: The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS; however, the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS. Contact the Benefits Administrator for questions.

Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of Continuous. If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment.

This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Performs skilled pipe fitting and pipe fusion duties for the installation, maintenance, and repair of gas utility lines, meters, regulators, and related components; assists with pipe welding when needed.
• Responds to and investigates gas leaks, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Digs trenches manually or using excavation equipment.
• Operates a variety of construction and specialized equipment including front-end loaders, dump trucks, utility trucks, ditch witches, piercing tool, jackhammers, tampers and related equipment.
• Loads, stocks, and unloads materials, supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Ensures all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations, including OSHA and PHMSA guidelines.
• Performs routine maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance tasks such as grass mowing of regulator stations, clearing ROWs, and painting of above-ground gas piping.
• Uses appropriate PPE, adheres to workplace safety standards, and attends safety trainings.
• Operates a City-owned vehicle in performance of job duties.
• Subject to standby call to work in weather and non-weather emergencies; must be contactable and able to respond per Departmental guidelines.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

• When necessary, assists with snow removal operations.
• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal…