What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Technician position at WEST TEXAS GAS?
West Texas Gas, a leader in natural gas service since 1965, is looking for our next team member in the Kermit TX area.
Position: Field Technician
Job Summary:
Field Technician will be responsible for multiple pipeline tasks on natural gas transmission and distribution systems including compliance work, pipeline and facility maintenance, project oversight, measurement, meter reading, and daily operations. The candidate will perform duties in office and field environments.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Meter service and installation
- Pipeline locating
- Customer service
- Natural gas odor investigation
- Connecting and disconnecting natural gas services
- Construction and maintenance work
- Installing and repairing natural gas main and service lines
- Fusing pipe
- Maintain records associated with service and repair functions
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License and maintain insurability with corporate insurance company.
- Must successfully complete all required pre-employment testing.
- Must live within 35 miles of Kermit, TX
- Employees are subject to on-call rotation
- Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
- Requires excellent communication collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in MS Outlook and Excel is required.
- Strong mechanical skills are required.
- 3 years verifiable experience in any combination of natural gas or utility operations preferred.
Education and Experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent
Physical Requirements:
- Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- Driving, walking, standing frequently
- Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Overtime pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22