Utility Worker
Utility Worker
We are currently recruiting in our Charleston Service Center, Charleston, WV, for a Utility Worker.
- Assists with locating gas lines and installation, replacement, or repairs to gas mains or service lines.
- May assist customer servicemen with changing meters, investigation of customer complaints, and response to customer inquiries.
- Reads gas meters and records volume used by residential and commercial consumers.
- Calls upon delinquent customers to collect or disconnect gas service at the meter or curb box.
- Inspects natural gas distribution equipment and appurtenances for defects; reports odors, leaks, damage, and unauthorized connections.
- Indicates irregularities and notifies proper department for service action.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must live within 45 minutes of the service center and maintain residency within that parameter throughout employment in field operations positions.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
- Working outdoors in all types of weather and driving in all weather conditions.
- Tact and diplomacy when dealing with difficult customer interactions.
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to operate mechanical/pneumatic equipment and hand tools.
- Ability to utilize and accurately enter information into a computer/handheld electronic device for data collection.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Subject to overtime (scheduled and non-scheduled) and emergency callouts as needed.
Preferences:
- Previous natural gas field operations experience.
- Class A CDL driver’s license.