What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gas Foreman position at City of Tomball?
The City of Tomball is accepting applications for the position of Gas Foreman. This position will be responsible for overseeing the operations and maintenance of the city's natural gas utilities, ensuring the safety, quality, and efficiency of the work. Manages the repair, maintenance, and installation of water, sewer, and gas utilities, and facilitates training for department staff. Reporting and regulatory compliance are also key functions.
REPORTS TO
- Utilities Supervisor
POSITIONS SUPERVISED
- Utilities Crew Chief, Utilities Technician, Utilities Serviceman
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Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. |
Education High School diploma/GED or equivalent
Experience Minimum of four years previous relevant work experience is required.
Certifications Natural Gas Operator Qualification, Natural Gas Poly Welding Certification.
Licensing Class C Water and Class C Wastewater Licenses Required
Gas Foreman functions include but are not limited to the following.
- Utility Management: Oversee the activities of the gas division within the Public Works Utilities Department. Direct operations and maintenance of all City natural gas utilities to optimize productivity and safety.
- Observation & Reporting: Monitor potential field problems and relay findings to the supervisor. Collate and file reports on gas leaks, gas line hits, meters installed, and other relevant data to regulatory agencies.
- Cross-Functional Support: Assist with supervision related to water and wastewater as necessary. Ensure timely and correct repair, maintenance, and installation of water, sewer, and gas utilities.
- Training & Development: Organize and schedule training sessions for both new and existing employees. Ensure staff obtain necessary certifications and licenses.
- Inventory Management: Keep track of natural gas parts in stock. Regularly review inventory and order necessary parts from vendors.
- Site Inspection: Check progress on jobs carried out by city utility crews and contractors at various city locations.
- Regulatory Compliance: Record keeping and required regular reporting submitted to the Texas Railroad Commission. Attends routine Commissions audits.
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Success Framework. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role. |
- Comprehensive understanding of natural gas utilities operations and maintenance.
- Awareness of city regulatory requirements related to utility management.
- Strong management and organizational abilities.
- Proficient in report preparation and documentation.
- Effective in prioritizing and scheduling tasks.
- Capacity to monitor and ensure the safety and quality of utility works.
- Ability to collaborate with contractors, vendors, and city departments.
- Commitment to maintaining city utilities in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.
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Equipment and Tools commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. |
Microsoft office, excel, word, GIS, SCADA, and Asset management software.
gas leak detection equipment ( Combustable Gas Inicator, Flame ionization, Remote Methane Leak Detector & Odorometer)
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Work Environment or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. |
- The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors.
- May be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.
- May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
- Provide emergency response after hours, on weekends, or holidays
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* Physical Abilities. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. |
- Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods of time.
- Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement.
- Work requires the ability to grasp, pull, push, and reach.
- Work requires the ability to climb and balance.
- Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend.
- Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.
- Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, visual acuity of 20 inches or less, three dimensional vision, precise hand/eye coordination, the ability to identify and distinguish colors
- Must be able to lift up to 5 pounds
- Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
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*The City of Tomball offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request accommodation at any time. |
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This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, and employees may be required to comply with the changes. |
Gas Foreman
Hiring range - $64,854 - $68,097 ($31.18 - $32.74)
Salary range - $64,854 - $97,302
**Salary is dependent on qualifications and certifications**
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement - The City of Tomball does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Sex, Religion, Age or Disability in employment or the provision of services.
Salary : $64,854 - $97,302
