Utility Inspector
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Energy/Power Generation
Field/Service Technician
Royal Oak, Michigan Utility Inspector #1049298 Job Description
If you're looking for a career that will provide a challenging work environment and many opportunities to learn, our company is the place for you. Join our team and become part of a company full of exciting opportunities. We help employees achieve their personal best by offering many opportunities that develop and enhance their skills for career advancement.
Duties- As a Gas Leak Survey Technician, you will collaborate with the local utility operator to inspect natural gas assets statewide for our company, providing a critical service to ensure public safety.
- Experienced in performing leak surveys using sensitive equipment, identifying abnormal operating conditions (AOCs), and patrolling client infrastructure.
- Additionally, you will document and report your findings to the utility operator.
- Regional & Work Environment Considerations
- You will work in a variety of settings, outdoor;
Some sites may include embankments, uneven terrain, or wet conditions and changing weather conditions. - This means adapting to high heat, humidity, sudden storms, and cold temperatures.
- Conduct leak surveys using sensitive equipment.
- Identify and report abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) and leaks.
- Patrol and inspect infrastructure.
- Document and report findings accurately.
- Provide seamless customer service through customer interaction to address utility‑related concerns.
- Operating motor vehicle and performing work safely in the field.
- Occasional daytime advanced methane detection driving required as well
- Must possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
- This job is considered “safety sensitive” and is subject to pre-employment background check and drug screening that includes screening for the presence of marijuana and marijuana metabolites.
- Must be able to walk up to 5 miles per day on various terrain and various weather conditions carrying a minimum of 25 pounds.
- Must be able to pass operator qualification (OQ) testing during training to become qualified to perform work in field.
- Willingness to work overtime if needed by the Company.
- Must be familiar with using a smart phone with apps to collect field data.
- Must be self‑motivated.
- Have strong communication skills and pay attention to details.
- High School
- OQ Certification
At Fast Tek Global,
Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet
. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories
. Also,
Doing the right thing is our mantra
. We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way. We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years
!
Fast Tek Global is financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused
. We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible,
creative and honest
. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start‑up companies.
Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:
- Medical and Dental (Fast Tek pays majority of the medical program)
- Vision
- Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
- Long Term Disability (100% paid)
- Life Insurance (100% paid)
- 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar‑for‑dollar match
Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture. Fast Tek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023!
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