Operations Mechanic
The primary function of this role is to provide safe, reliable, cost effective service for customers, and stakeholders. To ensure adherence to compliance related tasks, provide good customer service. This position requires the ability to respond to gas leak emergency orders, investigate, identify, resolve, mitigate, or process for resolution. Part of that task requires being the first responder to incidents and working with emergency responders for local agencies and other entities. At times working in potentially gaseous environments and wearing critical personal protective equipment. Duties include, and not limited to the following: leak investigation, pipe fitting, installing support brackets for but not limited to meter set and risers restoring service to natural gas appliances, assess gas appliance operation and perform safety checks, inform customers of findings and document notification, locating underground company facilities, using small tools, hand drills, hand digging, working in a confined space i.e. [attics, crawl spaces, excavations, constructions zones, rooftops, etc.] Working in residential, commercial, industrial settings, indoors, outdoors, 24 hours a day seven days a week, in all different weather conditions. The ability to respond to after-hours emergency callouts. Good communication skills with internal and external parties, computer, and technology use and higher than average level of proficiency in all areas. Must be able to demonstrate competencies in jobs tasks associated with this role.
Employee must obtain certification as an Operations Mechanic and be qualified in all Operator Qualification tasks.
Education, Certifications/Licenses:
Required:
- High School diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License and pass Company driving tests
Preferred:
- Welding experience, ability to work underground for long periods of time. Fusion training a plus
- Valid CDL Driver’s license (Class A) and DOT medical card
Specific Skills & Knowledge:
Required:
- Pass all required Operator Qualification certifications
- Maintain compliance with Pipeline Safety Drug and Alcohol testing program
- Demonstrate skills in:
+ Leak Investigation
+ Excavation equipment use
+ Hazard identification
+ Relighting appliances
+ Pipe fitting
+ Small tool use
+ Hand dig with proper tooling
+ Safe Driving and all Safety initiatives
+ Computer use, Smart Phone use, technology use, Atlas Page reading, and Map reading
+ Organizational daily planning
- Pass Company’s Field Operations Delivery Mechanic certification test
- Ability to smell odorant used to detect gas leaks
- Join IBEW local Union
Preferred:
- Possess good work ethic
- Be self-motivated, self-starter
- Able to comprehend and follow direction
- Able to work in varying conditions (i.e., rough terrain, weather)
- Able to operate basic equipment, machinery and simple tools
- Possess willingness to learn
- Demonstrate mechanical aptitude
- Possess basic knowledge of and background in all Operating departments
+ Includes Sys Ops, Con Ops, & Corrosion
- Able to communicate well with co-workers and customers
- Possess experience operating fleet vehicles similar to pick-up vehicle (up to 10,000 lbs.) and heavy-duty equipment
- Possess experience working on construction sites
- Possess good hand/eye coordination
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: Must be able to physically walk, ascend and descend stairs and ladders, stoop, bend, kneel, enter and exit tap holes, ditches, and/or excavations, and lift and transport weight in excess of 50 pounds. Have a keen sense of smell, hearing, vision and color identification. Required to work in various weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, and precipitation.
Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 15618
Job Category: Gas Pipeline Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Nicor Gas
Pay Range: 31.55 - 31.55 USD Hourly: Base salary varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, and at the time of this posting, this is the reasonable salary range for this role.
