GAS WORKER I
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Knowledge of the installation and repair of gas service lines and mains.
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Knowledge of job related safety practices and procedures.
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Knowledge of hand tools, test equipment, and small power tools.
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Knowledge of occupational hazards associated with the work.
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Skill in operating various types of motorized construction equipment used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of the natural gas distribution system.
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Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
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Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
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Skill in setting priorities for completing projects.
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Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
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Skill in interpersonal relations.
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Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Gas Line Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES: Guidelines include the City of Rocky Mount Gas Division Operation and Maintenance Manual and the National Safety Council Natural Gas Safety Handbook for Utility Workers and Contractors. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related technical duties. Working in inclement weather conditions and in confined spaces contributes to the complexity of the position. The need to work in the vicinity of other utilities and in heavy traffic contributes to the complexity of the position.
SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to assist in the installation, repair, and maintenance of gas lines and mains. Success in this position contributes to the provision of natural gas utilities for system customers.
PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with other City staff and members of the general public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to natural gas, working in a natural gas laden environment, noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as a full face respirator, masks, goggles, hearing protection, or gloves. Employment in this position requires successfully passing pre-employment testing and annual retesting of employee's ability to wear a full face respirator. Must be able to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and be on a rotating schedule to standby to be called in to work after normal working hours.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None
GAS WORKER II
Knowledge of the installation and repair of gas service lines and mains.
Knowledge of job related safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of hand tools, test equipment, and small power tools.
Knowledge of occupational hazards associated with the work.
Skill in operating various types of motorized construction equipment used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of the natural gas distribution system.
Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports.
Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
Skill in setting priorities for completing projects.
Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
Skill in interpersonal relations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Gas Line Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES: Guidelines include the City of Rocky Mount Gas Division Operation and Maintenance Manual and the National Safety Council Natural Gas Safety Handbook for Utility Workers and Contractors. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related technical duties. Working in inclement weather conditions and in confined spaces contributes to the complexity of the position. The need to work in the vicinity of other utilities and in heavy traffic contributes to the complexity of the position.
SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to install, repair, and maintain gas lines and mains. Success in this position contributes to the provision of natural gas utilities for system customers.
PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with other City staff and members of the general public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to natural gas, working in a natural gas laden environment, noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as a full face respirator, masks, goggles, hearing protection, or gloves. Employment in this position requires successfully passing pre-employment testing and annual retesting of employee's ability to wear a full face respirator. Must be able to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and be on a rotating schedule to standby to be called in to work after normal working hours.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position has functional supervision over Gas Worker I (2).
