What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gas Technician position at Wisconsin Power & Light Co.?
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At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.
Residency Requirements:
Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 25 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.Alliant Energy is currently looking for a qualified Journey Gas Technician to join our team in Fond du Lac, WI. In this position you will be responsible for maintaining and installing gas underground distribution systems, as well as installing electric underground cables.
If you’d like to work at a place where you matter and where you can use your talents and passions to advance your career, apply today!
What you will do
Maintains and installs gas underground distribution systems; installs electric underground cable, pedestal stakes and ground rods when performed concurrently with gas; installs gas mains; installs and maintains gas services, including regulators, relief valves and meters; sets hydrants and valves; locates and repairs leaks; reads gas meters; taps mains and makes connections.
Trains employees in lower classifications for short periods of time and on simple projects, such as installing services, etc.
Maintains and uses gas and electric related equipment as assigned and trained for such as lead, line and other trucks, digging, boring, lifting, drilling, and locating equipment, etc.
Performs in conjunction with emergency restoration, construction, maintenance or meter exchanges, incidental customer servicing work as necessary to provide safe and effective use of gas such as appliance inspections, pilot relighting, customer pipe and equipment, leak detection, meter exchanges, etc.
Assist Service Department workload in performance of periodic gas meter exchanges.
Locates gas and electric underground utility facilities.
Inspects contractor work as assigned.
Performs necessary clerical work as assigned.
Responsible for exercising good customer relations skills.
Keeps customers informed as related to work being performed.
Performs pipe joining.
Performs all work according to established company procedures and safety practices.
Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Required Experience
Completion of the gas technician apprenticeship and pass the final position qualification examination.
Other Requirements
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License prior to the end of trial period
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation regulations on drug/alcohol testing (CFR 49, Parts 40, 199 and 382), and is subject to drug/alcohol testing according to said regulations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Proven skill with digging tools and other modern street equipment and piping
Ability to weld preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead and teach others
Neat appearance
Ability to perform the physical duties of the position.
Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse work group.
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
Pay Range:
$46.40 - $48.23Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
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Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Alliant Energy and subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.
Salary : $46 - $48
