Serviceperson A

Company Biography
Utilities Kingston is located in Kingston, Ontario, equi-distant from Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa, where the St. Lawrence River meets Lake Ontario and the Rideau Canal (a UNESCO World Heritage site) - Kingston is a stunning, historic city that consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in Canada. Kingston’s 123,363 community-minded citizens enjoy an outstanding quality-of-life enhanced by superb intellectual, recreational and creative opportunities and supported by excellent health care facilities and municipal services, programs and facilities.

Utilities Kingston is unique in Ontario, combining water, wastewater, gas, electrical services and broadband fibre optics services provided in one company under the leadership of a single C.E.O. This shared services delivery model gives Utilities Kingston clear advantages in cost savings and customer service over other utility providers in the province. Utilities Kingston has provided the residents of Kingston with safe and reliable utility services for more than 100 years.
Primary Duties
Reporting to the Supervisor of Services and Gas Operations, the Serviceperson will conduct and ensure safe installation, removal of natural gas, water and electric metering equipment. The incumbent will Investigate and resolve gas, water and electric issues, respond to odor calls and service and repair water heaters. The incumbent will conduct, inspect, and light gas appliance and, where necessary, issue and follow up on hazard reports as per the Natural Gas and Propane Code B149 and Ontario Regulation 212/01 (TSSA). The incumbent will also respond to emergency situations, including gas leaks. The incumbent may be asked to assist in Gas Construction or Regulating work with appropriate training and guidance.
Education, Certification and Other Qualifications Required
- Minimum Grade 12 Diploma. A minimum of two years of experience in a relevant field of work with a G2 gas license. Experience in a utilities environment will be considered an asset.
- Minimum Gas Technician 2 (G2) certification, as recognized by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA). Must have, or ability to obtain a Gas Technician 1 (G1) or Gas Utility Technician 1 (GUT1) certification within a reasonable timeframe.
- Ability to obtain Gas Pipeline Inspector (GPI) Certificate
- Working knowledge of the Natural Gas and Propane Code B149. Knowledge of Oil and Gas Pipeline Systems - Z662 is an asset
- Leadership, team player, organized, resourceful and self-directed.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Electrical and basic plumbing experience is an asset.
- Strong computer and tablet skills.

Special Working Conditions/Conditions of Employment
- Maintain at minimum a valid “G” driver’s license and appropriate Gas Technician Certification throughout employment. A Restricted or D class driver’s license with Z endorsement is an asset.
- Must be able to work shift work, and cover after hours on call on a rotating basis.

Closing Statement
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position.
Accessibility Statement
Appropriate accommodations will be provided as required by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.
Employment Equity