Gas Technician I

Overview

The Gas Technician I is responsible for supporting the construction, maintenance, and operation of the City's gas distribution system. This position works under the supervision of a Crew Foreman and performs a variety of semi-skilled and manual labor tasks. Responsibilities include driving work vehicles and operating semi-heavy maintenance and construction equipment as needed. The Gas Technician I also performs other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Keeps crew truck clean and assists with inventory of parts and supplies to keep the truck stocked

• Cleans parts and tools and performs daily maintenance and/or calibration of equipment

• Uses small hand tools, tapping, and stopple equipment. Performs semi-skilled and common labor work such as paint and/or wrap pipe, cutting and threading pipe, pipe-fitting and assists in other pipeline maintenance as required frequently lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance

• Prepares tap cards and/or various inspection reports and documentation in accordance with department procedures and/or regulatory requirements

• Assists in pressure tests, purging and putting in service new and existing gas mains in the City Gas distribution system

• Installs or repairs mains, services, and meter loops. Removes and/or exchange gas meters as part of construction and maintenance work tasks

• Performs plastic pipe fusion using poly fusion and electrofusion equipment

• Operates a 1-ton truck, 2- and 12-ton crew trucks, 3-yard dump truck, pickup trucks, ditchers, air compressors, and welding equipment; inspects and operates backhoes, trenching machines, air compressors, and other semi-heavy maintenance and construction equipment

• Assists with the maintenance and operation of all principal gas valves in the City system

• Works on chart recorders and runs chart routes throughout the City gas distribution system

• Assists with the installation and maintenance of large-volume gas meters; helps load meters weighing up to 800 lbs. onto trucks and assists in positioning meters at installation sites, including preparing pipe fittings and assisting welders with alignment

• Under moderate supervision, monitors and adjusts district gas pressures to maintain safe operating limits; with or without supervision, operates gas control valves to alter gas flow during emergencies and other gas-related projects

• Responds to emergency leak calls and gas odor complaints; checks for leaks at meters, regulators, and customer premises; inspects and lights customer gas appliances

• Maintains and controls odorizers at City Gate Stations, ensuring adequate odorization throughout the system; requires a good sense of smell to detect gas odors; works on chart recorders and runs chart routes throughout the City gas distribution system

• Overhauls, inspects, and repairs designated regulators and relief valves in accordance with TRRC rules and regulations

• Maintains accurate and legible records for TRRC on designated regulators, relief valves, and odorizers

• Performs maintenance on gas regulator stations, including buildings and grounds; assists with maintenance of odorizers at City Gate Stations and with the overhaul and repair of designated regulators and relief valves

• With supervision, operates gas control valves to alter gas flow during emergencies and other gas-related projects

• Checks and adjusts digital correcting devices, including downloading readings, programming, and installing

• Maintains handwritten and computer records of large-volume gas meters

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non exempt - Full Time - Monday / Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

• Must be available to work additional hours as needed

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

• No prior experience required

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Required within six (6) months of hire

• Certified to fuse Poly pipe

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

• FBI Background Check: No

• Police Background Check: No

• Clearing House Query (CDL): No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: March 31, 2026

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• City of Corpus Christi

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