Gas Operations & Maintenance Specialist/Trainee

At Dominion Energy we love our jobs.  That’s right.  Love.  Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate.  These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever.  We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent?  Do you think differently?  Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!

 

 

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. 

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance. 

 

Job Summary

This position:

• performs locating of natural gas lines and facilities
• installs natural gas pipe in ditches
• manually digs around various utilities
• pressure tests steel and plastic natural gas lines
• participates in the repair of third-party damage to natural gas lines and various types of gas leaks
• uses self-contained breathing apparatus equipment
• completing pipe maintenance activities
• installs test charts 
• installs leak repair clamps
• repairs tracer wire
• safely drives a company vehicle
• sets up common Department of Transportation approved work sites and effectively flags traffic
• maintains the vehicle inventory
• uses WebTMS software
• completes a variety of paperwork in writing, as well as, uses a computer

This position reports to Dominion Energy North Carolina's Gastonia Operations Center in Gastonia, North Carolina.

There is one position which will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outlined below.
• Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Trainee-Gas (0-6 months experience)
Gas Operations and Maintenance Specialist I (at least 12 months' experience)
Gas Operations and Maintenance Specialist I (at least 36 months' experience)
*highest level an outside applicant can be hired

•    Knowledge and skill with common hand and power tools (i.e. shovel, screwdriver, pipe wrench, drill, reciprocating saw, etc.).
•    Ability to be fit tested for self-contained breathing apparatus equipment.
•    Effective communication and interpersonal skills for positive customer and contractor interactions is critical.
•    Ability to work as a team member within a diverse team.
•    Basic computer and internet navigation skills are key.
•    Availability for natural gas emergency response during the workday, as well as in the evenings and some weekends when on-call.
•    Must be willing and able to meet a 45-minute emergency response time from the geographical center of the Gastonia area.  Emergency response time is a critical measure for the Company and candidates are required to consistently meet this requirement, including when on-call.
•    Occasional heavy lifting up to 80 lbs. independently.
•    Ability to adhere to safe working and driving procedures.

 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience: 
•    Good mechanical aptitude.
•    Bilingual (Spanish) candidates preferred.

Education Requirements

Completion of high school or equivalent (i.e., GED) is required.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

A valid driver's license with a safe driving record is required. 

 

A valid Commercial Driver's License is strongly preferred OR candidate must have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License within six months of employment

Other Working Conditions

This position typically works within a crew structure.

Work is performed primarily outside in varying weather conditions (i.e. cold, heat, rain, etc.).

Position requires travel throughout the service territory with safe parking in a wide variety of situations and drivi