What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Technician 1 position at Atmos Energy Corporation?
Atmos Energy’s Louisiana Division has an opening for a Service Technician in its Delhi - Oakgrove area. Residency requirement to live in the Oak Grove area. Residency requirement is in place due to emergency response. This entry level position is responsible for basic customer service field operations for a natural gas distribution company. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: meter reading, turn ons/offs, leak investigations, investigating high bill complaints, installation, removal and repair of natural gas meters. On the job training is provided. Standby/Callout will be required for this position to respond to after hour service calls. Minimum education is a High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have valid Driver’s License. Requires frequently performing activities including but not limited to stooping, bending, crawling, kneeling, grasping, reaching, climbing, and lifting objects up to 60 pounds.
Walk in applications and mailed or faxed resumes are not accepted. Apply by March 13, 2025 at :
www.atmosenergy.com/careers
As a Safety-Sensitive position, pre and post-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug testing as outlined by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), and motor vehicle record (MVR) background checks are required.
Atmos Energy Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO LIST ALL OF THE DUTIES THAT ARE OR MAY BE PERFORMED IN THIS POSITION.
1. Performs basic work using clearly prescribed procedures.
2. Responds to customer requests for service including connections and disconnections as becomes operator qualified.
3. Informs customer of needed repairs and answers basic questions. Ensures that customer understands and is satisfied with work completed.
4. May disconnect service as necessary and perform collection efforts on delinquent accounts.
5. Installs, programs, and operates Wireless Meter Reading (WMR) equipment as necessary.
6. Assists with activities to ensure responsiveness to natural gas and other emergencies.
7. Completes and maintains accurate records and reports to comply with Company and regulatory requirements.
8. May read meters and record usage for billing.
OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. May be required to hold stand-by duty, work shifts, holidays, weekends, emergency call outs, and occasional extended hours.
2. Is subject to reporting outside regular work area.
3. Identifies, addresses, and reports safety and encroachment issues to their resolution and completion.
4. Is responsible for the safe operation and inspection of assigned Company vehicles and equipment.
5. Demonstrates support for and adheres to the Company's values, strategies, policies and procedures and learns the core values of AtmoSpirit, Customer Service, Safety and the Company's Code of Conduct both as an individual contributor, team member and/or leader of others.
6. Must become familiar with the contents of the Safety Manual, live by the spirit of its intent and become involved in creating and maintaining a safe working environment. Must complete all required safety training.
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