Atlanta Gas Light

Overview

The General Technician Apprentice Below Ground position is an entry-level role focused on installing, maintaining, and repairing gas mains and service lines. Southern Company Gas, a subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company, serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers and is committed to providing clean, safe, reliable energy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, repair, and maintenance of the distribution system.
• Operate basic equipment and tools.
• Manage traffic control and landscaping maintenance.
• Dig, shore, repair leaks, and test and wrap pipes.
• Use pressure recording devices.
• Ensure truck is stocked with equipment and supplies.
• Complete customer and compliance orders efficiently.
• Observe safety requirements and regulatory guidelines.
• Capture documentation in the Mobile Data Terminal.
• Connect and disconnect gas service, manually operating meters.
• Investigate high bill complaints and perform meter inspections.
• Respond to customer inquiries and provide assistance.
• Operate Automated Dispatch system for meter reads and service turn-offs.
• Identify abnormal operating conditions and take appropriate actions.
• Perform sniff tests to detect gas leaks.
• Complete other job-related duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Basic knowledge and use of hand tools and equipment.
• Ability to pass basic skills and knowledge assessments.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Field operations experience preferred.
• Experience with heavy equipment operations preferred.
• Technical school training and certification preferred.
• Welding experience or certification preferred.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use good judgment in hazardous environments.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office and computer skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to resolve difficult situations.
• Knowledge of assigned geographical territory.
• Ability to smell odorant used to detect gas leaks.

Additional Information

• This is a bargaining unit position (IBEW Local 1997).
• Position will have automatic progression per the collective bargaining agreement.
• Exposure to outside elements (heat, cold, high winds).
• Safety sensitive role.
• Heavy lifting, bending, stooping, walking required.