Date: Jan 27, 2022
Location: N. Miami, Florida, US, 33162
Company: TECO
Title: Apprentice
Company: Peoples Gas System
State and City: Florida - N. Miami
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
POSITION CONCEPT
Performs duties related to the operations, service, and/or location of natural gas pipeline; or a combination of such duties. May perform the new construction, installation and/or maintenance of gas distribution systems (underground), and/or residential, commercial and industrial metering equipment (above ground). Ensures the safety of employees and customers.
Specific duties will be determined by the operational needs of the assigned location.
Individuals in this classification will have minimal to no experience in the natural gas industry and will attend and successfully complete formal/informal training to be qualified to efficiently and effectively assist/perform the duties and responsibilities of the job.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs a combination of the following:
- Reads meters and meter instruments, turns on and off residential and commercial gas service, appliances and equipment, including CNG and also may convert appliances. Sets and changes out residential and commercial meters/regulators. Performs duties in operation, maintenance and service of meters and regulators.
- Investigates metering equipment related to residential and commercial high-bill complaints or questionable/unusual low consumption readings.
- Fabricates and joins various types and sizes of gas piping/fittings including gas mains, services and meter sets, may also perform electric and/or gas welding. Installs and maintains pipe in accordance with construction and maintenance standards. Includes the operation of various equipment such as boring equipment, hydraulic tools, backhoe, stopping and tapping equipment and other machines used in distribution construction.
- Performs locating of underground natural gas systems.
- May perform compliance inspections/activities related to Cathodic Protection (CP), corrosion, relief/gate/regulator stations and leak/CP surveys.
- Responds to leaks and /or emergency situations, and completes appropriate reports and forms.
- Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
RELATIONSHIPS
Key Internal: Frequent interaction with Division Office personnel.
Key External: External interaction is mostly with customers, contractors, developers, other utilities, governmental agencies, vendors and members of the general public. Communicates with Public Service Commission, builders, inspectors and contractors in a professional and courteous manner
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Licenses/Certifications
Required: Valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record; a CDL may be required with certain positions/assignments.
Related Experience
Preferred: 1 to 2 years of related work experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Required: Must understand basic map reading and be able to operate a computer, communication devices, power tools and equipment appropriate to the position/assignment. Must be able to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide, decimals, fractions, basic algebra and geometry). Must possess sound judgment. Must have the ability to follow complex oral and written instructions, and clearly express ideas verbally and in writing.
Preferred: Knowledge of the geographic area.
JOB RELATED DIMENSIONS
Business & Job Knowledge*
Judgment*
Ownership & Excellence*
Produce Results*
Teamwork*
Work Safely*
Ability to Learn
Customer Service Orientation
WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to work emergency response overtime including call-out duty as business needs dictate. Overtime work includes extended workdays weekends, holidays and call-out and stand-by schedule on a rotating basis. Must be able to respond to gas emergencies and/or business needs within divisional guidelines and required time frame. Must be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment for work assigned.
- Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test for use of respiratory equipment.
- Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, stairs and the like using feet, legs, hands and arms.
- Must be able to maintain balance when walking, standing, or crouching, on/in narrow or slippery surfaces and/or spaces.
- Must be able to independently operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner.
- Must be able to independently enter/exit a motor vehicle as required during an eight hour shift.
- Must be able to bend and/or stoop requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
- Must be able to kneel and or crouch by bending legs at knees to come to rest at knees and bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.
- Must be able to walk, stand or sit for extended periods of time.
TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!
Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
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