Gas Technician II

Description

Gas Technicians II - Pressure & Measurement are responsible for the maintenance and operation of the City’s gas distribution system.

• Keep crew truck clean and assist with inventory of parts and supplies to keep the truck fully stocked
• Cleans parts and tools and performs daily maintenance and/or calibration of equipment
• Use small hand tools, tapping, and stopple equipment
• Perform semi-skilled and common labor work such as paint and/or wrap pipe, cutting and threading pipe, pipe fitting and assist in other pipeline maintenance as required
• Operate backhoe, trenching machine, winch truck, air compressor, dump truck and other semi-heavy maintenance and construction equipment
• Prepare tap cards and/or various inspection reports and documentation in accordance with Department procedures and/or regulatory requirements
• Inspect equipment and make adjustment and minor repairs to maintain equipment in proper operating condition
• Operate a 1-ton truck, 2 ½ ton crew truck, winch truck, dump truck, pickup truck, pole and float trailers, ditchers, air compressors, welding machine and equipment
• Install or repair mains, services and meter loops
• Check for stopped meters and houseline pressures using manometer
• Conduct pressure tests, purges and puts in service new and existing gas mains in the City Gas Distribution system
• Test and witness gate station meters with supplier to ensure accurate measurement of the purchased gas for the City of Corpus Christi
• Maintain and oversee odorization logs for accuracy and overall odor additive totals in all citywide gas odorizes
• Ensure all proper odorant refill procedures are adhered in a safe manner and witness correct transfer of odorant additives to odorizers
• Perform routine maintenance on telemetry equipment, including calibration, troubleshooting and repair
• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

• Nonrotating 40‑hour work week, Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am‑5:00 pm; must be available to work additional hours as needed
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well‑being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

• High School/ GED
• Three (3) years of experience

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Required within six (6) months of hire

• Certified as a competent welder by the Gas Department in both oxy‑acetylene and electric arc welding
• Certified to fuse Poly pipe
• Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with Air Brake endorsements

• Criminal Background Check:
  Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record Check:
  Yes
• Physical Exam:
  Yes
• FBI Background Check:
  No
• Police Background Check:
  No
• Clearing House Query (CDL):
  No

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.