GAS WORKER

Salary: $20.84 - $34.46 Hourly
Location : Energy Resources Operations Center (EROC) (Electric & Gas), 628 Albemarle Ave, Rocky Mount, NC, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600069
Department: Energy Resources
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Closing Date: 10/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Work Schedule: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday-Friday plus OT when on standby
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: 10

12


DESCRIPTION OF WORK
DEFINITION: This position assists in the installation, repair, and maintenance of the natural gas distribution system.

REPORTS TO: The Gas Line Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions.

An incumbent in this position may be designated as GAS WORKER I or II , dependent upon the qualification, experience and knowledge of the selected applicant.

$20.84-$31.26 per hour (Gas Worker I)

$22.97-$34.46 per hour (Gas Worker II)
JOB REQUIREMENTS

GAS WORKER I

• Assists others in the installation of gas service lines and mains.
• Assists others in the repair of gas leaks.
• Assists with cleaning and restocking assigned vehicle(s) with appropriate tools, materials, equipment and supplies.
• Assists in establishing and maintaining a safe work zone.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

GAS WORKER II

• Participates in the installation of gas service lines and mains.
• Participates in the repair of gas leaks.
• Ensures assigned vehicle(s) are clean and stocked with appropriate tools, materials, equipment and supplies.
• Establishes and maintains a safe work zone.
• Completes required reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

GAS WORKER I

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• No experience requirements.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Required to satisfactorily develop job knowledge and skills to be promoted to Gas Worker II within 2 years of date of hire, which includes obtaining a valid North Carolina Class A CDL. Failure to satisfy this requirement will result in discharge from employment.

GAS WORKER II

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of and apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina Class A Drivers License or ability to readily obtain within 6 months.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS
GAS WORKER I

• Knowledge of the installation and repair of gas service lines and mains.
• Knowledge of job related safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of hand tools, test equipment, and small power tools.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards associated with the work.
• Skill in operating various types of motorized construction equipment used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of the natural gas distribution system.
• Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
• Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
• Skill in setting priorities for completing projects.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Gas Line Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include the City of Rocky Mount Gas Division Operation and Maintenance Manual and the National Safety Council Natural Gas Safety Handbook for Utility Workers and Contractors. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related technical duties. Working in inclement weather conditions and in confined spaces contributes to the complexity of the position. The need to work in the vicinity of other utilities and in heavy traffic contributes to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to assist in the installation, repair, and maintenance of gas lines and mains. Success in this position contributes to the provision of natural gas utilities for system customers.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with other City staff and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to natural gas, working in a natural gas laden environment, noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as a full face respirator, masks, goggles, hearing protection, or gloves. Employment in this position requires successfully passing pre-employment testing and annual retesting of employee's ability to wear a full face respirator. Must be able to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and be on a rotating schedule to standby to be called in to work after normal working hours.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None

GAS WORKER II

• Knowledge of the installation and repair of gas service lines and mains.
• Knowledge of job related safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of hand tools, test equipment, and small power tools.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards associated with the work.
• Skill in operating various types of motorized construction equipment used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of the natural gas distribution system.
• Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
• Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports.
• Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
• Skill in setting priorities for completing projects.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Gas Line Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include the City of Rocky Mount Gas Division Operation and Maintenance Manual and the National Safety Council Natural Gas Safety Handbook for Utility Workers and Contractors. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related technical duties. Working in inclement weather conditions and in confined spaces contributes to the complexity of the position. The need to work in the vicinity of other utilities and in heavy traffic contributes to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to install, repair, and maintain gas lines and mains. Success in this position contributes to the provision of natural gas utilities for system customers.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with other City staff and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to natural gas, working in a natural gas laden environment, noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as a full face respirator, masks, goggles, hearing protection, or gloves. Employment in this position requires successfully passing pre-employment testing and annual retesting of employee's ability to wear a full face respirator. Must be able to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and be on a rotating schedule to standby to be called in to work after normal working hours.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position has functional supervision over Gas Worker I (2).
Full time jobs are provided Benefits.


Benefit information can be found on the City's website
01


What is your highest level of education obtained? (This should be clearly stated on your application in order to receive credit. Upon selection, you will be required to provide proof of education.)

• No high school diploma, GED or equivalent
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree or higher

02


If you indicated that you have an upper-level degree (beyond high school); what type of degree do you have, and what is the discipline in which you earned your degree (e.g. Associates in Business, Ph.D. in Education, Masters in Arts, etc.)?
03


How many years of experience do you have in the basic requirements of this job?

• No Experience
• Apprenticeship
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• Over 2 - less than 4 years
• 4 or more years

04


Do you possess a Commercial Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

05


In reference to the previous question, what type of Driver's License do you have?

• No Driver's License
• Class C
• Class -B CDL
• Class - A CDL

06


If you do not have a CDL license now. Do you have the ability to secure a license issued by the State for the type of vehicle or equipment required to be operated in this position?

• Yes
• No

07


Do you have experience working with natural gas?

• Yes
• No

08


If you responded "yes" to the previous question, please elaborate on your natural gas work experience. (Note: Limit your response to 20 words or less)
09


This position requires working in all types of weather. Are you able to work in inclement weather that includes, heat, cold, rain etc.?

• Yes
• No

10


This position may require you to work outside normal working hours, and being on call every 4th weekend. Are you able to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

Required Question