Duke Energy Careers – Gas Distribution Operator

Job Description:

This position is responsible for all duties associated with and related to the safe, efficient and cost- effective installation and maintenance of natural gas facilities and appurtenances on both transmission and distribution natural gas systems per 49CFR Part 192, Piedmont Natural Gas policies and procedures and local/state regulations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform work assignments on customer’s premises; Interact with customers in a professional, respectful and courteous manner to promote good customer relations; answer customer-related inquiries regarding established Company policies and procedures and provide explanation of work performed
• Identify, obtain and deliver tools, materials and equipment needed for work assignments
• Utilize tools such as maps and GPS to locate work assignments; Drive a company vehicle, including transport of heavy equipment; possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 18 months of entering the Gas Distribution Operator position. Maintain the CDL on a consistent basis thereafter.
• Assist with, plan and set up work zone safety and traffic control measures
• Perform general site preparation, restoration and right of way maintenance duties
• Develop proficiency in safe operation of heavy equipment such as mini-excavators, back hoes, skid steers, trenchers, etc., including, but not limited to excavation around utilities (natural gas, electric, etc.)
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on equipment
• Run power tools
• Perform hand digging
• Inspect above ground appurtenances for atmospheric corrosion
• Paint above ground appurtenances
• Perform pipe to soil corrosion readings
• Corrosion control and pipe remediation, including wrapping and coating pipe
• Thread and cut pipe
• Perform plastic pipe fusion
• Perform the role of “Competent Person” on the crew
• Perform facility locate duties
• Develop knowledge of proficiency in record keeping systems relating to field operations, maintenance and compliance; complete work documentation/records with accuracy and on a timely basis
• Utilize and become proficient in technology devices such as computer, smart phone, etc. for work assignments and to accurately record required information
• Provide guidance and demonstrate proper procedural technique on work related tasks to lower level employees
• On-call rotation and emergency response
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Experience in diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical and/or electrical equipment
• Previous crew leader experience with responsibility for crew oversite, work assignments and documentation of work performed
• Experience using construction tools
• Must obtain a learners permit within the first 12 months in the position if you do not already have a CDL
• Possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Experience applying basic mechanical concepts and mechanical aptitude
• Experience utilizing personal computers (PCs) in a Windows environment
• Previous experience with plumbing, electrical, heating and air installation/maintenance
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have ability to obtain CDL license within 12 – 18 months of entering the position
• High School diploma or GED
• 2 Years technical school education or the equivalent job-related knowledge and appropriate gas piping related license
• Experience operating construction equipment

Job Details:

Company: Duke Energy

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Winston-Salem, NC, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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