Gas Measurement Technician

Nature of Work

Calibrates, installs, inspects, repairs and tests gas pressure regulating and measurement equipment of gas distribution and transmission systems to ensure gas regulator stations and system valve maintenance are in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations in providing effective and safe gas distribution.

FIRST CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET ALL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Position is a full-time, regular, non-exempt, position but may be used to fill other full-time, regular and contract positions.

This position is graded at BC16.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains high pressure residential and commercial regulator stations, including dismantling, rebuilding, repairing and compressing seals; performs annual regulator inspections to ensure efficient performance.
• Updates, maintains, and completes applicable forms and records to provide accurate and timely information.
• Calibrates gas leaks, carbon monoxide detecting equipment and gas pressure recorders.
• Records odorization levels; maintains and services odorant dispensing units; monitors odorant tank levels to maintain functionality and resolve issues.
• Performs Atmospheric Corrosion Control; sand blasts and paints regulator stations in accordance with established processes, procedures and schedules to meet requirements.
• Maintains compress natural gas stations; checks oil levels; performs troubleshooting on compressors, dispensers and card readers to assure functionality and continued operations.
• Removes debris from gas lines and adjusts pressure to maintain and restore service.
• Monitors pressure and pressure regulators to make necessary adjustments.
• Responds to service calls to make necessary adjustments and/ or repairs; provides information to the customer to provide appropriate levels of customer service and support.
• Participates in repairing line breaks and gas leaks; conducts carbon monoxide checks and meter installations.
• Conducts pipeline inspections; checks exposed high pressure gas pipelines; writes work orders for repairs.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalent to a high school diploma PLUS four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of master meter and regulator station equipment as part of a natural gas distribution system. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Valid driver’s license and Journeyman Gas Fitter license is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy. Operator qualified (OQ Certification) required within sixty (60) days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of: gas distribution systems, pressure regulators, relief valves, and related electrical telemetering controls and equipment; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices and procedures; general layout of the City's natural gas and water systems; safety equipment and procedures used when working on natural gas lines; safety and installation codes relating to utility operations; use and care of applicable equipment, power and hand tools; effective customer service and communication techniques and methods; principles of record keeping and records management; business and personal computers, and applicable software applications; mathematical aptitude; City organization, operations, policies and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position.
Ability to: perform a variety of duties and responsibilities timely and with accuracy to meet deadlines and ensure achievement of goals and objectives; read, interpret, and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing related activities, programs, and functions; respond effectively to emergency situations; ensure appropriate levels of customer service to achieve expectations and meet objectives; communicate effectively orally and in writing; research and compile applicable information and maintain accurate records; prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings; review documents and extract relevant information; establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the general public; safely operate related tools, equipment, and a motor vehicle and navigate across even and uneven surfaces; work in confined spaces, wear and use self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), and pass annual confined space physical; use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines to successfully meet established goals and objectives.
Skills in: analyzing issues, evaluating alternatives, and making logical recommendations based on findings to address issues and/or improve services, procedures, and methods; performing technical reading and writing; researching, interpreting and communicating policies, regulations, and technical procedures and information; performing accurate regulating of gas pressure, operating tools, equipment and a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.

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