Natural Gas Apprentice

Job Opportunity at Daphne Utilities

Prior experience not necessary - we will train someone who has a good work ethic and a desire to learn!

Come be a part of the Daphne Utilities' team and be eligible for the following:

• Company pays for the cost of certification exams and pays a 10% increase for each level of advanced certification obtained (one per year).
• Very affordable benefit package for individual and family which includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, accident/illness, free Telemed, FSA, and discounts at YMCA.
• State of Alabama Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (Fully vested after 10 years).
• Plus opportunities for annual merit increases and Cost of Living Adjustments

• Ensure the correct and safe location of gas and water lines and reporting any issues to the Natural Gas Manager.
• Reviews and interprets architectural drawings, blueprints, and maps to identify location of utility services.
• Maintains records of work activities; draws maps of utility line locations.
• Installs natural gas utility lines, installs/replaces meters and meter boxes, installs valve rings and valve boxes, pressurizes meters, adjusts and sets regulators, conducts leak surveys to locate/identify leaks, repairs leaks and broken utility lines, maintains meter stations and rectifier stations, fuses pipes together, connects service for customers, inspects piping, installs appliances, or other related tasks.
• Conducts testing and inspections, takes readings and records data; performs pressure tests.
• Transports, hauls, loads, and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects or at work sites.
• Performs general/preventive maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, refueling vehicles, checking/replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
• Follows established safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.
• Assists in ensuring adequate inventory of parts, tools, equipment, and supplies to conduct work activities.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, maps, vehicle maintenance records, or other documents.
• Regular attendance is required as outlined in the company's attendance policy.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities : (these are required to perform the essential functions of the job).

• Must possess and maintain a valid Operator Qualification Certifications applicable to the position as set forth in the Natural Gas Operations and Maintenance Manual.
• Must be able to operate a variety of equipment, machinery and tools as necessary to complete essential functions, which may include a motor vehicle, utility locator, ground penetrating radar, trencher, backhoe, tapping machine, electric fusion machine, combustible gas indicator, flame ionization unit, gas detection tools, leak detector, metal detector, manhole hook, probe, air compressor, meters, gauges, mechanic tools, hand tools, digging tools, measuring devices, or radio communications equipment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively, work under pressure and to prioritize.
• Must be able to proficiently read, write and communicate clearly in English.
• Must be able to maintain a positive and professional attitude and an effective working relationship with, and among coworkers.
• Must be able to travel throughout the Baldwin County area regularly and out of town occasionally.
• Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.
• Must possess effective communication skills with ability to handle difficult people or situations.
• Must be able to stand and walk around regularly, both inside and outside, sometimes in inclement weather and on uneven terrain.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, twist, reach overhead and…