Atlanta Gas Light

Overview

The General Technician Above Ground Apprentice is an entry-level position at Southern Company Gas, responsible for supporting field operations in the natural gas industry. The role involves various tasks related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of gas mains and service lines, while adhering to safety practices and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently works a route to complete customer and compliance orders.
• Observes all safety requirements and regulatory guidelines.
• Captures documentation in the Mobile Data Terminal and recognizes abnormal operating conditions.
• Assists in connecting and disconnecting gas service.
• Conducts investigations of high bill complaints and special readings.
• Performs regular meter inspections and maintenance of gas systems.
• Responds to customer questions and provides answers or referrals.
• Assists with installation, repair, and maintenance of the distribution system.
• Operates basic equipment and tools.
• Ensures truck is stocked with equipment and supplies.
• Operates Automated Dispatch system for meter reads and service turn-offs.
• Identifies abnormal operating conditions and takes appropriate actions.
• Performs simple sniff tests to detect gas leaks.
• Performs 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 operation 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.
• 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).
• This position will have an automatic progression pursuant to the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.