Job Description
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Clearwater, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2025-00088
Department: Gas System
Opening Date: 12/24/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Position Description CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORT UNITY EMPLOYER. ENTRY SALARY: $47,718.96 The Gas Technician II performs manual and skilled work in one or more specialized areas of construction, maintenance, inspection, installation of natural and propane gas systems, cathodic protection, repair work on gas mains, service lines, and related apparatus. Performs work in the warehouse and the meter shop. Work is performed under limited direction and reviewed upon completion for conformity with construction and established standards. Participates in the Job Proficiency Guide (JPG) program.
This job announcement was updated on 3/14/2025.
Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions : Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Installs pipes and fittings to repair and extend gas mains and service lines; determines and makes hot and/or cold taps in section of main to which new pipe will be fitted.
- Cuts, threads, screws and heat fuses together sections of pipe and tests to ensure gas-tight connections; provides skilled work following safety standards and protocols.
- Supervises and assists in the removal of dirt, concrete and other material in locating, repairing and installing mains and service lines.
- Builds, resets or relocates meters; performs installation, maintenance, repair, and general care for all meters within the City.
- Prepares, creates, and submits work orders and service orders; creates professional and accurate documents with clearly defined requests.
- Operates sandblaster, pumps, compressor, ditcher, backhoe and all other related equipment; adheres to all safety protocols and ensure all technicians are in compliance.
- Performs complete installation of all types of gas appliances; lays out and fits pipe for commercial and domestic gas installation, installs unit, and connects to meter.
- Makes conversions from propane to natural gas.
- Performs routine tasks such as lighting pilots, reading meters, changing regulators, turning services on and off and checking for gas leaks.
- Assists, supports, and performs technical activities in the setting, repairing, moving, and changing out LP tanks and investigating leaks.
- Resolves and addresses complaints and explains excessive gas use to customers; schedules jobs to resolve issues and maintenance problems.
- Required to manage assets, properly record material usage, and participate in reconciling inventory.
- Must be eligible to be placed on the Standby list.
- Provides skilled technical work in a specific area of assignment for the department.
- May schedule installation work to include, rough and trim finals, inspections, subcontractors and adjustments made through the sales department; may record and track all progress of installation work from sales to final inspection.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment: A valid State driver's license is required.
Does this position require a Commercial Driver's License? Yes
Obtain and maintain Class A or B CDL within one (1) year of hire or transfer/promotion/demotion date based on area of assignment.
Areas of Assignment Needing CDL:
Must be able to pass random drug testing.
Scheduling Coordinator: This position will not require the completion of Operator Qualifications (OQs) and JPG rotations as this position is primarily administrative in nature and does not involve field work.
This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides:
Ditcher, air hammer, trenching machine, power tools, fusion machines, digital manometer, combustible gas detector, and other equipment as assigned.
Education and Experience: High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate AND a minimum of two (2) years of experience in the installation, service and repair of gas devices and gas distribution system operations OR completion of the City of Clearwater Gas Technician JPG program; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Information Knowledge of -
- Common hand and power tools; CGI combustible gas indication
- Pipes and fittings
- Gas mains, lines, and meters
- Propane and Natural gas
- Hazards and safety precautions
- Practices, tools, and equipment used in gas appliance installation, service, and repair
- Operation and maintenance of gas appliances
- Department policies and protocols
Skill in -
- Performing mechanical maintenance and repair work
- Understanding and completing oral and written instructions
- Working with other departments or trades
- Working outdoors in adverse weather
- Performing physically challenging work
- Locating, diagnosing, and repairing defects in gas appliances
- Inspecting work of less skilled employees and providing training
- Learning gas system work procedures, practices, policies and safety precautions
- Establishing and maintaining good relationships
- Dealing tactfully with the public
- Problem Solving
- Operating a computer with general proficiency
FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE: Health and Wellness initiatives •100% employee health care coverage •Option for dependent health care •Life Insurance •Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC •Employee Assistance Program (EAP) •Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan •Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan •Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans •Competitive Salaries •Tuition assistance •Training and development opportunities •Travel compensation •Military leave •Bereavement leave •Discount coupons •Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE: Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans •Employee Assistance Program (EAP) •Competitive hourly rates •Flexible schedules •Training and development opportunities •Discount coupons •Service and employee recognition awards
SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS. 01
What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?
- CDL A
- CDL B
- Regular (E)
- ID Only
- Out of State
- None of the above
02
What is your highest level of education?
- Masters Degree or higher
- Bachelors Degree
- Associates Degree
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate
- Completion of 10th grade
- Less than 10th grade education
03
How many years of experience do you have in the installation, service, and repair of gas devices and gas distribution system operations?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1-2 years' experience
- 2-3 years' experience
- 3-4 years' experience
- 4-5 years' experience
- 5 or more years' experience
04
Have you completed the City of Clearwater Gas Technician JPG Program?
Required Question City of Clearwater, FL
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