Atlanta Gas Light

Overview

The General Technician Above Ground Apprentice is an entry-level position at Southern Company Gas, responsible for supporting field operations related to natural gas service. This role involves various tasks such as meter reading, maintenance activities, and operating equipment, while adhering to safety practices.

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 inquiries and provides assistance.
• Operates basic equipment and tools for distribution activities.
• 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.
• 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 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 collective bargaining agreement.