Gas Leak Survey Technician Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lascruces/jobs/newprint/4691250) Apply  Gas Leak Survey Technician Salary $23.79 Hourly Location Las Cruces, NM Job Type Full-time Regular Job Number J040 10-24 LD Department Utilities Opening Date 10/14/2024 Closing Date 10/28/2024 12:00 AM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Nature of Work Performs locating above ground and underground gas leaks and identifying corrective and preventive actions to maintain the City natural gas systems and performs atmospheric corrosion inspection on commercial and residential gas lines. Environmental Factors Position functions outside in all types of weather conditions with exposure to natural gas and carbon monoxide fumes, fire, and explosive hazards. Physical Factors Physical work involves balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching above shoulder height, and walking several miles per day; carrying items weighing up to 20 pounds; visual and verbal abilities to communicate with residents, business customers, and City staff; ability to operate a motor vehicle and navigate across even and uneven surfaces. Work Situation Factors Position requires stand-by duties to respond to emergency needs, irregular shifts as assigned, extended hours beyond an eight-hour day, weekend work, and long hours in all weather conditions. Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies. DOT REGULATIONS REQUIRE DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION FORM (49 CFR PART 40). FIRST CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET ALL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. Full-Time; Regular; Non-Exempt; Union-Represented This position is graded at a BC15. Duties and Responsibilities + Conducts gas leak surveys on high pressure and intermediate pressure gas lines and regulator stations; pinpoints and documents leaks found in accordance with federal DOT regulations; controls hazardous situations by evaluating the situation; determines the need for evacuation; notifies public safety agencies. + Conducts gas leak surveys on commercial service lines, main lines, and meter sets; pinpoints and documents leaks found in accordance with federal DOT regulations; controls hazardous situations by evaluating the situation; determines the need for evacuation; notifies public safety agencies. + Conducts gas leak surveys on residential service lines, main lines, and meter sets; pinpoints and documents leaks found in accordance with federal DOT regulations; controls hazardous situations by evaluating the situation; determines the need for evacuation; notifies public safety agencies. + Investigates and coordinates gas leak repairs: Gas leaks detected during the surveys are investigated to properly identify and pinpoint source of leaks by using Flame Ionization and Gas Combustible Indicator (CGI) with bar hole testing to pinpoint underground leaks; works with City gas crews to coordinate the repairs. + Inspects existing pipes for condition of external coating, condition of pipe, and evidence of atmospheric corrosion; works with City gas crews to coordinate the repairs. + Classifies leaks; prepares clear, concise, and thorough written reports; maps and sketches leak locations; generates work orders to document all leak surveys; maintains logs for leak survey reports, footage surveyed, calibration, and maintenance of leak detection equipment. + May assist in resolving commercial gas distribution and service problems, field repairs and installation of residential, commercial, and industrial gas meters. Minimum Qualifications Equivalent to a high school diploma PLUS three years experience working with gas distribution systems. Experience in the operation, calibration, and general maintenance of gas detection equipment is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Valid Class D driver's license is required; Journeyman Gas Fitter License is preferred; must obtain "Operator Qualified" certification within 60 days of hire date. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policies. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Considerable knowledge of:Natural gas systems monitoring, maintenance and repair; federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations relating to gas leak surveys, atmospheric corrosion and coating of gas pipelines; state regulations specific to the gas industry; operating procedure for electronic equipment used in gas leak survey work; gas systems installation, maintenance, and repair procedures. Skills in: Equipment use such as survey truck with mounted flame ionization unit, air compressors, generator, hand-held flame ionization, gas sentry, calculator; tool use such as pipe wrenches, probe bar, electric drills, pressure gauges and various others. Ability to:Operate, calibrate, and maintain gas detection equipment such as flame ionization, methane analyzer, combustible gas indicators (CGI), and CO testers; identify Blue Stake markings, perform technical reading and writing; prepare clear, concise, and thorough reports; interact with members of the public in a clear, respectful manner; perform job functions with minimal supervision. To view a summary of benefits offered by the City of Las Cruces, Click here (http://www.las-cruces.org/207/Employee-Benefits) 01 Are you a current City of Las Cruces employee? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.) + Yes + No 02 Position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Do you meet this minimum requirement? (If you fail to include this information under the education section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.) + Yes + No 03 Position requires at least three years experience working with gas distribution systems. Do you meet this minimum requirement? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.) + Yes + No 04 Position requires a valid driver's license. Do you meet this minimum requirement? + Yes + No 05 If you answered "yes" to Question #4 above, please indicate the type of license, license number, expiration date, any restrictions or endorsements, and the state that issued the license. 06 Position requires that you become "operator qualified" within 60 days from date of hire. Are you able to fulfill this requirement? + Yes + No 07 This position has a PREFERENCE for a Journeyman Gas Fitter License. Do you meet this preference? + Yes + No 08 If you have a Journeyman Gas Fitter License, when does it expire? Required Question Agency City of Las Cruces Address P.O. Box 20000Las Cruces, New Mexico, 88004 Phone 575-528-3100575-528-3100 Website http://www.lascruces.gov Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email