Utility Technician; Sarasota Details | Mexico Gas Co - Gas - Tampa Electric

Position: Utility Technician (Sarasota) Job Details | New Mexico Gas Co - Peoples Gas - Tampa Electric

Title:

Utility Technician (Sarasota)
Company:
Peoples Gas System
State and City:
Florida - Sarasota

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

WHO WE ARE?

Peoples Gas System is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse – in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

HOW YOU’LL HELP DRIVE THE FUTURE OF NATURAL GAS?

Performs duties related to the operation, service, and/or location of natural gas pipelines, or a combination of such duties. May perform the new construction, installation and/or maintenance of gas distribution systems, and/or residential, commercial, and industrial metering equipment. Ensures the safety of employees and customers. Specific duties will be determined by the operational needs of the assigned location.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited school/institution.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience performing the duties and responsibilities of this position; or minimum of 3 to 4 years of natural gas operations experience related to the duties and responsibilities of this position.
• Must be able to proficiently perform all the functions of the PGS Apprentice Utility Technician position.
• Must understand basic map reading and be able to operate a computer, communication devices, power tools and equipment appropriate to the position/assignment.
• Must be able to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide, decimals, fractions, basic algebra, and geometry).
• Must possess sound judgment.
• Must have the ability to follow complex oral and written instructions, and clearly express ideas verbally and in writing.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a combination of the following:

• Reads meters and meter instruments, turns on and off residential and commercial gas service, appliances and equipment, including CNG and also may convert appliances. Sets and changes out residential and commercial meters/regulators. Performs duties in operation, maintenance and service of meters and regulators.
• Investigates metering equipment related to residential and commercial high‑bill complaints or questionable/unusual low consumption readings.
• Fabricates and joins various types and sizes of gas piping/fittings including gas mains, services, and meter sets, may also perform electric and/or gas welding. Installs and maintains pipe in accordance with construction and maintenance standards. Includes the operation of various equipment such as boring equipment, hydraulic tools, backhoe, stopping and tapping equipment and other machines used in distribution construction.
• Performs locating of underground natural gas systems.
• Performs compliance inspections/activities related to Cathodic Protection (CP), corrosion, relief/gate/regulator stations and leak/CP surveys.
• Responds to leaks and/or emergency situations and completes appropriate reports and forms.
• May provide leadership and training to Apprentices or team members with less experience.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU A COMPETITIVE EDGE?

• Minimum of 3-4 years performing the duties and responsibilities of this position.
• Knowledge of the geographic area.

WHO WILL BE A PART OF YOUR TEAM?

• Frequent interaction with Division Office personnel.
• External Interaction is mostly with customers, contractors, developers, other utilities, governmental agencies, vendors and members of the general public.
• Communicates with Florida Public Service Commission, builders, inspectors and contractors in a professional and courteous manner.

HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE?

• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgement

WHERE AND HOW YOU’LL WORK?

• Must be able to work emergency response overtime including call‑out duty as business needs dictate.
• Overtime work includes extended workdays, weekends, holidays and call‑out and stand‑by schedule on a…