Gas Leak Survey Technician (Will Train)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Position Highlights:  

• $20 - $23 after training 
• Monday - Friday, 7:00 to 4:00 pm potential for OT 
• Company Cell Phone Provided 
• Company Car 
• Gas card 
• Paid Training 
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 
• 401k with company match 
• Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability 
• Life Insurance 
• 9 Paid Holidays 
• Accrued Vacation Time 
• Sick Time 
• $750 Referral Bonus Program 
• $150 Annual Boot Voucher 
• $150 Annual Rx Safety Eyewear Voucher 

Position Summary:  

The Leak Survey program entails employees searching for subsurface leaks on natural gas services and mains throughout the client distribution system. We specialize in the use of various leak survey devices to detect natural gas particles, both below grade and in atmosphere. These devices work on the basis that natural gas is lighter than air and will rise through ground to the surface. Our technicians are tasked with detecting the presence of and evaluating the severity of natural gas leaks. Leaks found are documented and reported to our clients to be scheduled for repair. We perform various preventative maintenance tasks for our clients as well through corrosion and safety standards inspections. Our primary goal is to detect issues before they become a hazard and threaten life and property. 

Essential Job Functions:  

• Detecting and evaluating leaks on natural gas systems 
• Adhere to safety standards as defined by PPS’s safety standards and procedures 
• Polite and professional interactions with the public and clients 
• Reading and understanding utility maps and schematics 
• Using computers and devices to record data 

Position Qualifications:  

• Ability to read and interpret maps 
• Ability to act with integrity and respect of personal or public property 
• Ability to work in all types of weather 
• Ability to report to jobsite daily and travel to a new location upon request at any time throughout local PPS service territories 
• Ability to walk between 3 to 5 miles per day 
• Effective communication skills and ability to speak clearly with team members 
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions  
• Ability to act with integrity and respect of personal and public property   

Prerequisites:  

• Valid Driver’s License for at least one year 
• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Ability to climb, balance, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, push and/or pull, twist and make repetitive hand movements. Ability to load, carry, lift, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 90 pounds. Sitting or standing for prolonged period of time required. Must have the ability to safely operate a motorized vehicle. 
• Complies with all safety rules and regulations set forth by PPS 

About Us:  

With Precision Pipeline Solutions in New Windsor, New York, you’ll be working for one of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies in the natural gas and electric utility contracting industry. Our mission at PPS is to be the premier provider of the development and implementation of single source, multi-dimensional, problem-solving techniques, driving the most effective SOLUTIONS to our utility clients. Our customers will choose us because of our diverse expertise, quality workmanship and reputation to provide the utmost degree of value. 

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as delegated to meet the ongoing needs of PPS.