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GAS CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN I

City of Fairhope, AL
Fairhope, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2025

Salary : $18.36 Hourly

Location : Fairhope, AL

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : FHP00155

Department : Public Utilities

Division : Gas

Opening Date : 01 / 31 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 2 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Description

Under the daily supervision of the Gas Crew Leader, this employee repairs gas lines, digs gas service line trenches and installs gas services to homes and businesses within the service area. This is an entry-level position in which the employee will work under the close direction of their Crew Leader and Construction Supervisor. The employee may be required to perform such tasks such as, but not limited to : Operating equipment utilized in gas line installation and repair, responding to emergency or hazardous situations, responding to information requests or general questions from the public. This job is considered safety-sensitive and is subject to a pre-employment background check and random drug screenings.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : The following list was developed through a job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned. A person with a disability which is covered by the ADA must be able to perform the essential functions of the job unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Line Repair. Repairs gas as part of gas line service crews. As a Technician I, works under close direction of the Crew Leader.

  • Repairs gas line leaks or other problems.
  • Ensures line repairs have been properly performed through work inspections.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Line Installation and maintenance. Install various sizes of gas lines within the department's service area according to company procedures.

  • Installs residential and commercial gas services.
  • Ensures that line installations have been properly performed through work inspections.
  • Installs gas main distribution lines.

    • ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Line Trenching. Opens gas service line trenches utilizing ditching methods such as shovels or various types of mechanized equipment.

  • Uses ditching equipment to open service line or gas main trenches for installation of new gas lines.
  • Ensures new service or main trenches are properly dug and backfilled.

    • ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Emergency Response. Responds to gas system emergencies as part of designated emergency response team.

  • Responds to gas system emergencies as part of a designated emergency response team.
  • Serves in a supporting and assisting role for emergency response team members.

    • ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Public Relations. Responds to questions or information requests from the public when on job sites.

  • Responds to all public requests for information or assistance and refers these requests to the proper sources in a professional and courteous manner.

    • NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTION :

    Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned, including special events.

    Minimum Qualifications

  • Possess a high school diploma or GED.
  • Possess a current driver license; must be insurable.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and an initial drug screen.

    • Supplemental Information

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Can be acquired on the job)
  • Knowledge of City rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of service area geography, street, and road systems.
  • Knowledge of municipal gas service systems and operations.
  • Knowledge of gas line repair and installation techniques and procedures.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and supervisors.
  • Ability to prepare reports using correct English, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
  • Ability to understand verbal supervisory instructions.
  • Ability to effectively communicate internally, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to attend training programs or obtain additional certifications for professional development, whether through travel or local.
  • Ability to perform basic calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
  • Ability to use basic hand tools required to complete job tasks.
  • Ability to use devices such as tablets, computers, phones.
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends and respond to emergency calls.
  • Ability to operate a vehicle and respond when called upon in a timely manner.

    • Physical Demands

    This work requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as frequent usage of hand digging equipment, working outdoors daily in the elements, climbing of tall ladders, lifting heavy objects over 50 lbs., crouching, or crawling in confined spaces.

    Work Environment

    The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress which require a range of safety and other precautions such as working under extreme weather conditions, gaseous atmospheres, or situations where conditions cannot be controlled.

    The City of Fairhope offers a wide variety of benefits to regular full-time employees.

    As a regular full-time employee with the City, you are eligible to enjoy the following benefits :

  • Affordable Health Insurance

    • Affordable Vision Insurance

    Affordable Dental Insurance

    Employer paid Life Insurance

    Flexible Spending Account

    Symbol Health Solutions

    Discounted membership at Fairhope Recreation & Fitness Center

    Discounted Quail Creek Green Fees

    Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

    Dependent Care Account

    Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA)

    Paid Sick Time

    Paid Vacation Time

    City approved paid Holidays

    Regular Part Time employees who work 29 hours per week participate in the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA)

  • Symbol Health Solutions is contingent upon enrollment in the City health insurance.

    • Salary : $18

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