Senior Natural Gas Technician

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Greater Minnesota Gas, Inc. (GMG) is committed to changing people's lives by bringing affordable natural gas service to rural Minnesota. Come grow with us and experience a rewarding career in the natural gas industry. We are looking for highly qualified individuals to help bring our vision to life.

Senior Natural Gas Field Technician

Position Type: Hourly Full-Time Position

Location: Southern Minnesota Service Center - Faribault, MN

Compensation: Competitive starting wage - final wage commensurate with experience.

Position Description:

·       Performs all operation and maintenance duties on the natural gas distribution system including gas leak investigation and repair, locating, corrosion control, and odorization while ensuring compliance with company standards and federal, state, and local regulations.

·       Lead small teams on assigned projects and provide guidance to less experienced technicians

·       Ensure compliance with company procedures, OSHA regulations, DOT Pipeline Safety regulations (49 CFR Parts 191 and 192), and applicable state requirements

·       Coordinate with engineering, contractors, and customers to complete projects safely and efficiently

·       Responsible for effective and efficient use of resources with emphasis on safety, quality and customer satisfaction.

·       Perform work needed on service orders, manage designated area coverage and initiate backup responsibility and support when needed.

·       Mount and install meters and metering equipment along with repair, disconnect and/or remove defective or unauthorized meters.

·       Responds to requests for service by establishing design of line(s) at customer’s property.

·       Solicits for new business through telephone, face-to-face and public meeting contact as necessary.

·       Acts as company’s First Responder in emergency situations.

Position Requirements:

·       5 years of experience working in various aspects of natural gas field work such as regulator installation/maintenance, measurement, cathodic protection, leak survey and leak investigations, emergency response, construction, utility locating, etc.

·       Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

·       Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, construction plans, and utility maps

·       Must reside where response to emergencies is possible within Company timelines.

·       High School Diploma or Equivalent

·       Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle report.

·       Ability to pass pre-employment Drug Test and Background Check.

·       Basic computer knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

·       Must be able to support a 24/7 rotating on-call schedule, including some weekends and holidays.

·       Must have superior interpersonal skills, proven written and oral communication skills, and the ability to understand maps and records; must have ability to work independently and as an effective team member.

·       Must be a self-starter capable of working with minimal supervision.

·       Must be able to handle complex, pressure situations and be adaptable to a changing work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Operator Qualification (OQ) certifications

·       Prior experience with plastic and steel pipeline installation and maintenance

·       Experience performing fusion of polyethylene gas pipe

·       Experience mentoring field personnel or leading small teams

·       HVAC experience

·       Construction experience

·       Knowledge of territory

·       Ability to demonstrate sales/customer service experience

Physical Demands:

·       Able to work outside in all elements and conditions

·       Position may require the following:

o  Walking 3 miles/day

o  Lifting objects up to 50 lbs.       

o  Bending, squatting, climbing, stooping and kneeling repetitively

o  Able to operate a motor vehicle and able to drive at night

o  Ability to hear job site alarms and alerts

Benefits:

·       Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

·       401K and company contribution

·       Paid time off

·       Health insurance reimbursement

·       On-Call pay differential

·       8 company holidays and 3 floating holidays

·       Bereavement leave

·       Voluntary Dental, Vision & Supplemental Life Insurance

·       Disability insurance

·       Life insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Education: High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification: Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person