What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gas Tech (Journey/Apprentice) position at Alliant Energy?
Job Summary
Are you ready to ignite your career at Alliant Energy? We're excited to announce three (3) fantastic openings for Apprentice Gas Technicians or Journey Level Gas Technicians ! These opportunities are available at the following locations :
Fond Du Lac (2)
Beaver Dam (1)
As a Journey Gas Technician you will be responsible for maintaining and installing gas distribution system, as well as installing electric underground cable. This position works in all weather conditions. The apprenticeship... Our apprenticeship programs are approximately three and a half years and is a combination of classroom and on-the-job training. We have a training staff dedicated to making the duration of the apprenticeship well rounded, challenging and valuable. Where you will work Gas Technicians serve our Wisconsin Power and Light customers. Training for the apprenticeship will take place at our training facility and throughout our service territory. Training will include travel during the apprenticeship working with other teams within our Wisconsin territories.There are emergency response and travel requirements for Journey Level Gas Technicians. Because of this, the selected applicant(s) will be required to meet the 25-minute residency requirement under the contractual guidelines.The selected applicants for an Apprentice Gas Technician role will be required to meet the 25-minute residency requirement upon completion of their 2nd year apprenticeship.
What you will do
Maintains and installs gas underground distribution systems; installs electric underground cable, pedestal stakes and ground rods when performed concurrently with gas; installs gas mains; installs and maintains gas services, including regulators, relief valves and meters; sets hydrants and valves; locates and repairs leaks; reads gas meters; taps mains and makes connections.
Trains employees in lower classifications for short periods of time and on simple projects, such as installing services, etc.
Maintains and uses gas and electric related equipment as assigned and trained for such as lead, line and other trucks, digging, boring, lifting, drilling, and locating equipment, etc.
Performs in conjunction with emergency restoration, construction, maintenance or meter exchanges, incidental customer servicing work as necessary to provide safe and effective use of gas such as appliance inspections, pilot relighting, customer pipe and equipment, leak detection, meter exchanges, etc.
Assist Service Department work load in performance of periodic gas meter exchanges.
Locates gas and electric underground utility facilities.
Inspects contractor work as assigned.
Performs necessary clerical work as assigned.
Responsible for exercising good customer relations skills.
Keeps customers informed as related to work being performed.
Performs pipe joining.
Performs all work according to established company procedures and safety practices.
Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Required Experience
Completion of the gas technician apprenticeship and pass the final position qualification examination (for journey level only)
Other Requirements
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License prior to the end of trial period
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation regulations on drug / alcohol testing (CFR 49, Parts 40, 199 and 382), and is subject to drug / alcohol testing according to said regulations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Proven skill with digging tools and other modern street equipment and piping
Ability to weld preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead and teach others
Neat appearance
Ability to perform the physical duties of the position.
Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse work group.
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you. Pay Range : $39.55 - $48.23Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site. It's not just what we do; it's how we do it. Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold
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