Gas Meter Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Envocore, LLC is an established national leader engaged in the engineering, designing and installation of energy-efficient systems. Our company designs and installs projects for a wide range of Government, Commercial, Industrial, Educational, Medical, Institutional and Retail facilities across the United States.

SUMMARY:

Under supervision, perform a variety of semi-skilled work in the installation of meters and perform other related work as required. This role will require adherence to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Requirements as described in 49 CFR Part 199. This role will also be required to successfully complete written and performance evaluations in accordance with PHMSA 49 CFR Part 192 Subpart N – Operator Qualification, and any other specific requirements defined by local or state authorities, or the Customer.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reports to Crew Leader, Site Supervisor and/or Construction Manager to receive daily assignment
• Perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks involving the use of different hand tools, power tools and maintenance equipment used to retrofit, replace and repair meters.
• Primary tasks include removal of old meters, installation of new meters, including retrofitting existing meters.
• Assists with loading or unloading of trucks and staging material when needed.
• Complies with the company’s personal hand tools safety requirements
• Maintains tools and maintenance equipment are in working order.
• Install, remove, and replace residential, commercial, and industrial gas meters according to utility company standards and safety codes.
• Connect meters to gas service lines, regulators, and other associated equipment.
• Test new installations for leaks, proper pressure, and accurate meter operation.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, calibrations, and inspections of existing meters.
• Identify, report, and correct leaks or other hazardous conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Certificates, licenses and registrations (Preferred):
  • OSHA 10
  • Arial Lift
  • Forklift
• Computer skills required:
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Basic Tablet/Computer knowledge
• Other skills required: 

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Bilingual skills a plus.
• Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions.
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted through the course of work
• Operate various electric, gasoline powered equipment used in the work being performed.
• Demonstrate proficiency at interpreting Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) Codes.

Basic installation, retrofitting, repair and maintenance procedures and practices.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• Must have the ability to work in unfavorable work conditions such as extreme heat/cold and/or elements such as rain and snow.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. Must be able to accurately discern colors.
• Employee must be able to work at significant heights.

Work Days: As Needed, Job Specific, Primarily Monday-Thursday. 

Work Hours: As Needed, Job Specific, Primarily 7am-5:30pm

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.