Gas Line Excavation Equipment Operator

Job: Gas Line Excavation Equipment Operator

Position type: Seasonal, May 1 to October 15

Starting salary: $32-$35 per hour, depending on experience

The Gas Line Excavation Equipment Operator position will be responsible for the exposing live gas mains in a safe and responsible manner. Additional responsibilities will include assisting in the installation of service lines and main line extensions, identifying buried utilities and other construction related hazards, monitoring installation practices to ensure quality of workmanship, and verifying safety protocols are followed. Training in gas line functions will be provided, but excavator experience is required.

Essential functions:

• Driving and operating trucks and equipment as necessary.
• Following instructions from supervisors and implementing construction plans.
• Operating, cleaning, and servicing equipment and machinery, including assisting with minor repairs andsubmitting requests for major repairs.
• Performing all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and using appropriate safety equipment.
• Maintaining accurate records and logs.
• Avoiding damage to existing underground facilities.
• Maintaining a constant focus on operating in a safe working environment.
• Install gas main and service lines.
• Basic computer literacy
• Ability to read, understand, and follow standards of construction and standard operating procedures.
• Be available and physically capable of 60 hour work weeks.
• Must adhere to IGU employment policies.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 1 year of similar experience preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license, CDL Class A license is preferred.
• Required to pass a background check and drug screening
• Pass selected initial training and qualification testing

About IGU

The IGU is a public corporation whose mission is to provide low cost, clean burning, natural gas to the largest number of customers in the FNSB as possible, as soon as possible. IGU has more than 1,400 customers to date and has big plans to expand the customer base in the Fairbanks and North Pole areas beginning this summer.

Work involves locating and excavating gas mains, trenching, and drilling operations, fusion of HDPE pipe and fittings, purging and pressure testing new gas lines. Following the gas line installation, restoration of concrete, asphalt, and landscape surfaces is required. Installation crews will comply with excavation permit requirements and adhere to company safety requirements, including traffic control. Documentation of materials installed, and as-built sketches is included.

Specific training on natural gas characteristics, safety, standard construction details, HDPE fusion, purging, pressure tests, and documentation will be provided prior to the start of the construction season. Class A CDL driving license in Alaska is highly desirable.

Compensation will be dependent upon experience. Work schedule is typically 6 days per week. A valid driver’s license is required as well as pre-employment drug screening. Must have own transportation.

Applications will be screened, and interviews of selected applicants will be scheduled on an individual basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

IGU intends to recruit, employ, and retain the most qualified workforce possible. The IGU is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, changes in marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parenthood, age, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era.

Disclaimer:

Your employment application is not confidential. IGU is governed by the Public Records Act and your entire employment application is thus subject to public disclosure upon request.

Interested persons should submit a cover letter and resume in person, email or mail to:
Interior Gas Utility
2525 Phillips Field Road
Fairbanks, Alaska 99709

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to take a drug test, background check, and driving record check if offered a job?

Experience:

• Excavation & Earth Moving Equipment Operators: 3 years (Preferred)
• Heavy equipment operation: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32 - $35