Field Gas Technician

4 weeks ago

Kincardine, Canada EPCOR Full time

Highlights of the job

This is an excellent opportunity for a team-oriented individual with a solid understanding of natural gas distribution systems and mechanical aptitude to join a team of skilled professionals with a passion for finding innovative ways to bringing a safe and efficient source of heat to homes and communities in the area

As a Field Gas Technician, you will report to the Supervisor, ENGLP Operations and are accountable for all skilled work related to installation, operation, maintenance and repair of natural gas meters and services, mains and other natural gas distribution infrastructure including customer service related field tasks and 24 hour emergency response.

What you’d be responsible for
- Playing a key role in operating and maintaining the assets and facilities as well as maintaining positive relationships and communicating effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders throughout the EPCOR Natural Gas Limited Partnership (ENGLP) South Bruce franchise area.
- Ensuring the delivery of optimal results against appropriate performance metrics, including meeting customer expectations, operational effectiveness, and efficiency outcomes such as productivity, quality, reliability, and on time delivery.
- Installing and exchanging meters, regulators and valves and complete inspections at customer locations and in collaboration with the customer care team for seamless, timely and efficient dispatch of work in an organized manner.
- Liaising with 3rd parties working near the utility’s infrastructure, as requested through Ontario One Call or other means to identify location gas mains and services.
- Monitoring the conditions of natural gas distribution systems; investigating line strikes; completing damage reports and making system adjustments as required.
- Conducting regular inspections, maintenance and repairs of valves, regulators, meters and other infrastructure at stations and other facilities within the system.
- Responding to customer calls and emergencies including service interruptions, leaks, carbon monoxide and line strikes and participating in the after-hours on-call rotation.

What’s required to be successful
- Grade 12 diploma or GED equivalent
- Ontario TSSA Gas Technician Certificate (G1 or G2) or equivalent
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License
- Solid understanding of natural gas distribution and/or gas systems
- Working knowledge of legislation and safety codes related to residential, commercial and industrial natural gas fueled equipment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Effective verbal and written communication skills_._

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction:
Out of Scope Hourly (OSH)

Class:
3984

Wage:
$38.50 (Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and is based on a combination of factors)

Hours of work:
40 hours per week

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- A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
- If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
- A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.

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